I dreamed that my son and I went somewhere that my ex worked and we didn't know it when he saw us he went back into the back after making a face like he was very pissed and then also nervous or scared that we were there. I mentioned to his co workers that I didn't want to see him and he should stay in the back or we would leave. My son was understandably upset by seeing him that way and I remember his co workers were smiling almost like it was just exciting drama to them a little bit or like they were too immature to understand the seriousness to the situation. Then my jiu jitsu coach wanted me to do this race downtown that was a big downhill race on skates. But the road was paved with these really wavy bricks that were very difficult to skate over. I wasn't afraid of the big hill it was just challenging because of the bricks texture. I did it anyway and when I got to the bottom there were other parts down there but he was already pleased that I was ahead going down the hill part. The next part was like an escalator and there were two one was really crowded and it was intended I would use the other. It had a guy on it and all the steps weren't on it like some were just missing so you couldn't always get on it. There was a trash can in front of it and when I moved it it broke the escalator. Apparently it was somehow helping to keep the escalator going I remember the guy looking up at me that was on it like annoyed that I had broken it. What does this dream mean?
Dreams are highly personal and can have multiple layers of meaning, so it's important to consider your own feelings and experiences when interpreting them. Here are some possible interpretations of the key elements of your dream:
Encounter with ex-partner: The presence of your ex in the dream may symbolize unresolved feelings or emotions related to your past relationship. His reaction of being pissed and then nervous or scared could reflect your own mixed emotions towards him or some aspect of your past. Your warning to his coworkers not to let him see you could indicate a desire to avoid confrontation or emotional distress.
Son's reaction: Your son being upset in the dream could represent your concern for his well-being and how he is affected by the dynamics between you and your ex-partner. It may also suggest a need to protect him from any negative influences or situations.
Jiu Jitsu coach and downhill race: The coach and the downhill race on skates could symbolize your inner drive and determination to overcome challenges in your waking life. The difficult terrain of the wavy bricks may represent obstacles or hurdles you are facing, but your willingness to tackle them suggests resilience and determination.
Broken escalator: The escalator with missing steps and the trash can blocking it could symbolize a feeling of obstacles hindering your progress or a sense of unpredictability in your journey. Breaking the escalator accidentally may suggest a fear of making mistakes or causing disruptions in your path forward.
Overall, your dream may be reflecting your subconscious thoughts and feelings about navigating difficult situations, relationships, and challenges in your life. It may be helpful to reflect on what emotions or issues come up for you as you explore these interpretations and consider how they relate to your waking life experiences.