Your dreams
Analyst LAUREN LAWRENCE reveals the secrets behind Daily News readers’ dreams
FALLING FOR HIS EX, BUT NOT HAPPILY
In reality, my ex-wife has been calling me lately and getting friendly. Recently, I dreamt I was with her at some event, but I snuck out and ran up this steep hill. Then I felt myself falling backward. I grabbed onto this grassy patch but the roots gave way and as I was falling I said to myself, “I hope I’m not going to get badly hurt.” Please explain this dream. James H., Manhattan
Analysis: Your dream reveals intimacy issues with your ex-wife. it seems that sneaking out and running up a hill to put distance between you and her is difficult to maneuver — it is a steep hill to climb. Falling backward symbolizes your fear of being drawn back to the past to a place where you may get hurt again. When the roots give way, you are letting go of that grassy patch that was your marriage.
ABSENCE MAKES THE HEART GROW ABSENT
In a recurring dream, my long-term boyfriend (who, in reality, has been away for two years) comes home. I soon realize that I haven’t kissed or hugged him since his return. When I attempt to do so something always stops me from getting to him. He’s right near me but I cannot get his full attention. He’s more interested in everyone else. When he leaves my home I try to call him but cannot remember his phone number. I awaken extremely upset. What does this mean? Ashley, Forked River, N.J.
Analysis: Your dream will recur until you are willing to acknowledge the sad and difficult realization that your boyfriend’s long absence has weakened your emotional bond. the lack of physical contact with him is poignant and symbolic of your wish to pull away — to maintain the physical distance you have become accustomed to over time. this is why you do not call your boyfriend when he leaves your home. Not remembering his phone number is a sign of intentional forgetting. You awaken upset because of the guilt your feel over your wish to no longer connect.