when I was very young I would have this dream of being in an abandoned building, walking through the hallways, although i don't know what I was searchng for. I would hear movement and whispering, and would catch these little "shadows" peeking around corners at me, I remeber them to be wearing the dick tracy type hats and trenchcoats, even though they were only to be about 2 - 3 feet tall.
Dreams about abandoned buildings often evoke feelings of exploration, discovery, and sometimes fear or anxiety. They can symbolize aspects of your past, repressed memories, or feelings of being lost or abandoned in some way. The imagery of exploring these hallways may reflect a journey into your own subconscious, seeking understanding or resolution for something unresolved from your childhood.
The whispers and movement you describe could represent your subconscious mind’s attempt to communicate with you, perhaps highlighting anxiety, curiosity, or even childhood fears. The shadows wearing "Dick Tracy" type hats and trench coats suggest a sense of mystery or intrigue. These figures could represent aspects of your personality, hidden emotions, or even fears dressed in a way that combines nostalgia with a sense of foreboding.
The fact that they are small, just 2 to 3 feet tall, might indicate that these feelings or fears feel less intimidating now that you’re older, yet they still linger in your memory, possibly representing remnants of childhood fears or memories that you haven’t fully processed.
Overall, this dream may reflect a journey into your childhood experiences, uncovering hidden emotions, and grappling with unresolved feelings or fears. It might encourage you to reflect on what these shadows and experiences symbolize for you, and how they may relate to your life in the present.