Had an extremely long dream, cannot remember it fully. From what I can recollect, My friend and I were exploring an old, decrepit, and abandoned home. We kept getting attacked, such as scratches mysteriously appearing on our body. We found a hole in the wall that led to the spirit realm, where ghosts, souls, and more wandered. It was darker than normal there and looked as though a purple filter was used. We saw those who died in the house, and they attacked, this time in more physical forms. I ran out of the house but when I closed the door behind me the whole house disappeared. I was then standing in an open field, tall grass as far as the eye could see. Everything looked desaturated and shadowy, as if clouds were blocking the sun, except the sky was purple and there was no sun. I noticed a cat wandering in the field, somehow I knew it was from the real world so I wanted to save it. I named it bowie, also it was gray. Then I kept walking and found a large whole in the ground resembling a well. There was a little goblin guy with a pipe sitting on the edge, holding a fishing rod. He was fishing spirits from the well. I went to look closer but I accidentally tripped and fell in. I fell straight to hell. Miles and miles I fell until I reached the deepest pits of hell. I don’t remember this part well but I was chased by demons, many which resembled gargoyles. I somehow got out of the well, but they chased me out and killed the goblin guy. I ran with my cat until I found a tower with the way out. I climbed to the top and found and entrance to the regular material world. The whole wasn’t big enough for me, so I decided to save the cat and accept my fate at the hands of the demons. Then I woke up.
Your dream is rich with symbolism and elements that can be interpreted in several ways. Here are some key themes and interpretations:
Exploration of the Unknown: The old, decrepit house represents your subconscious or aspects of your past that you may feel are neglected or forgotten. Exploring this space with your friend suggests you're navigating these feelings with someone you trust, but also highlights a shared vulnerability.
Scratches and Attacks: The mysterious scratches may symbolize emotional or psychological pain that is resurfacing. This could reflect feelings of being wounded or attacked by past experiences or memories, possibly unresolved conflicts in your life.
Spirit Realm and Ghosts: Entering the spirit realm indicates a confrontation with unresolved issues, fears, or feelings of loss. The ghosts could represent parts of yourself or memories that haunt you; a need to confront what's been hidden away.
The Disappearance of the House: When the house disappears after you leave, it may signify a sense of closure or resolution. This could suggest that once you confront these deeper issues, you can let go and move forward.
Open Field and the Cat: The field symbolizes a transition or an open space for new possibilities. The cat, which you connect to the real world and name Bowie, indicates loyalty and companionship. It may represent a part of yourself or someone in your life that you wish to protect or save.
The Well and the Goblin: The well can represent deep emotions or secrets, while the goblin character indicates the playful or mischievous side of your subconscious. However, the act of falling into the well signifies a loss of control and descent into deeper fears or anxieties.
Chase by Demons: The demons chasing you represents anxiety, fears, or repressed emotions that you are struggling to confront. The gargoyle-like demons may symbolize feelings of being trapped or judged by external expectations or your own critical thoughts.
Climbing to Escape: Your desire to escape and climb to the top of the tower signifies resilience and determination in facing challenges. Choosing to save the cat rather than escape for yourself reflects your sense of loyalty and responsibility.
Final Acceptance: Deciding to accept your fate rather than escape may symbolize a point of surrender or a need to face your fears head-on instead of running away from them.
Overall, this dream captures a journey through fear, confrontation with the past, and a struggle for resolution. It suggests the importance of addressing unresolved emotions and finding a way to navigate your psyche while also acknowledging your connections to loved ones and your desire to protect them. It may be beneficial to reflect on any current challenges or emotions in your waking life that could be linked to these themes.