What does it mean if I dream about someone I'm close to having a breakdown, and I have to make sure they don't hurt or kill themselves but I also have to make sure they don't hurt or kill me. They are unpredictable and a bit violent and I have to be there for them but they can turn on me at any second
Dreams about someone close to you having a breakdown and your need to protect them from self-harm or harm to others might suggest that you are feeling emotionally responsible or burdened by someone else's problems in your waking life. Perhaps you are in a caretaker or supportive role in your relationship with this person. The dream also hints at the fear of losing control or being threatened by the person you are trying to help. This suggests that you might feel vulnerable and anxious about your own safety or well-being in this relationship. This dream might also indicate that you are struggling with conflicting emotions about how much you should be supporting or distancing yourself from this person.