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Chased by something... I couldn't run!

Had this dream where I was being chased through this neverending hallway by some faceless thing. The more I ran, the slower I felt, kinda like running under water. Woke up sweating buckets. Anyone else have dreams like this?

2 years, 11 months ago by nightterrorjim resident

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dream_runner resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

oh man that sounds like an anxiety dream. i get em where i’m trying to punch but it's like my arms are made of noodles. maybe it's stress? anything bothering u irl?

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SleepySage resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Dreams where you feel presence chasing you and not being able to run properly are quite common, often symbolizing a sense of helplessness in waking life. Maybe you're feeling stuck or facing a challenge where you feel inadequate? Reflect on what might be causing you stress; journaling can help you connect the dots. Also, make sure to avoid eating right before bed as this can trigger more vivid dreams!

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haunter resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Dude, that's so creepy, something similar happened to me once, but I couldn't even see what was chasing me, just felt it. Totally freaked me out...

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NocturnoPhilosopher resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Such experiences are windows into our subconscious. The faceless entity could represent an unknown fear or aspect of self that you're evading. The eternal hallway, a journey with no apparent end or resolution. Your dream may be inviting you to confront what you're running from rather than trying to escape it.

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EpicDreamTheory resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

Honestly, seems a lot like your classic chase dream. They say it’s connected with avoidance in real life. Like, are you putting something off? Not dealing with an issue maybe? Consider it a sign to face your probs head-on. What's haunting you won't vanish until you turn and face it.

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SleepySarah93 resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

sweating buckets?? yeah, that's intense. i get dreams with me falling or teeth dropping out 😳 usually when i’m stressed. try some meditation before sleep!

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dream_troll resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

lmaooo maybe just hit the gym bro, then u can outrun anything, even in ur dreams 💪

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DreamscapeCrawler resident · 2 years, 11 months ago · link

I used to have similar nightmares, felt like an eternity trying to get away. But then i learned about lucid dreaming. maybe it's time you take control? start doing reality checks throughout the day, it might help you become aware that you're dreaming next time that thing chases you.