I was alone at home, trying to lock my doors, but they kept re-opening. When re-locking my doors, a man with a knife jumped at me from the other side, trying to take me away. I struck him and ran inside, on the other side of the house. With the doors locked there, I called the police and waited.
This dream may reflect feelings of vulnerability and a sense of being under attack or threatened. The act of trying to lock the doors represents your desire to protect yourself and establish a sense of safety within your own home. However, the doors repeatedly re-opening suggests that you may feel a lack of control or that there are external factors preventing you from feeling secure.
The appearance of a man with a knife symbolizes a direct and immediate threat to your safety and well-being. This figure represents a potential danger or fear that you may have in your waking life, which could be related to a person, situation, or your own inner anxieties.
You defending yourself and running to another part of the house indicates your instinct to protect yourself and find a safer place. Calling the police represents seeking external help and support when you feel overwhelmed or unable to handle the situation on your own.
Overall, this dream suggests that you may be grappling with issues of personal security, vulnerability, and a sense of powerlessness. It could be helpful to explore what specific fears or threats in your waking life may be influencing these emotions. Additionally, consider if there are steps you can take to increase your sense of safety and regain control over your circumstances.