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Dream About Trying to Get Somewhere But Can’t

Dream About Trying to Get Somewhere But Can’t

Ever dreamt of not getting to a destination regardless of how hard you try? Well, I have.

In my dreams, I try so hard to get to where I want to but sadly there were just so many obstacles along the way that kept me from getting there.

These dreams leave me frustrated as soon as I wake up.

Many times I wake up feeling desperate for not getting to where I think I should be. This is why I decided to make a post about it. 

In this post, we’ll discuss what it means to dream of trying to get somewhere but you can’t. Keep on reading!

Is it normal having struggles to walk in dreams?

Feeling frozen in a dream

It’s not unheard of to dream that you or your loved one is having difficulties walking. But is it normal to have this dream?

Struggling to walk in your dream isn’t a very common dream to have!

It’s not like a dream where your teeth are falling out or being naked. If you ask your friends or family, I can guarantee you that all of them had that type of dream.

But, struggling to walk in a dream? That’s unusual and it carries an important message from the Universe to you.

So, if you find yourself dreaming that you or someone you care for is having difficulties walking, then take some time to remember other details of the dream.

They will help you figure out the spiritual meaning of this dream.

  • Were you scared or anxious? It means you’re trying to dodge some important decision in your life. You need to face your problems!
  • Were you sad? This means you need to let go of something. It could either be a job or a relationship. That something is holding you from being happy.

This type of dream is usually a wake-up call from the universe! You need to address those problems.

And dreaming about not being able to find someone?

Not being able to find someone in dreams

You can also dream about not being able to find someone, but is this normal?

It can leave the dreamer feeling anxious and confused.

Much like when you dream of struggling to walk, you should also try to decipher what your dream is telling you when it involves your inability to find someone.

Ask yourself these questions when you dream of not either struggling to walk or being unable to find someone. 

  • What could the universe be telling you when you dream of this? 
  • What current things in your life could be related to your dream?
  • How do I feel after waking up with this dream?

That person you’re struggling to find is yourself. It means that you’ve been trying too hard lately to be accepted by others.

You’re struggling to recognize yourself anymore. You need to connect with your true self again.

Stop thinking about what the people around you will think if you wear that dress or laugh too loud. Life is too short to always keep seeking others’ approval.

Read about what it means when you dream about yourself dying.

I can’t get to a destination in my dream: What does it mean?

Stuck in a dream

Many people also dream of failing to get to a destination no matter how hard they try.

I recently dreamt of something like this.

I was supposed to head to some mountain for recreation. It was clear to me that my goal was to reach the mountain and meet someone important.

I was first driving my vehicle but I had problems with it.

So, I had to leave it behind somewhere and hopped on the bus since I was determined to get to where I needed to be.

I got off the bus to walk to the mountain I had in mind. In my dream, the bus could only go as far as several miles away from the mountain, so I had to walk.

I remember how tiring that walk was. I was drenched in sweat and thirsty but I journeyed on.

But despite all these hardships, I didn’t reach my destination. Instead, I ended up at the beach.

And yes, I was absolutely frustrated and was in fact crying in my dream. This dream prompted me to write this article.

So what does it mean if you can’t get to the destination as you had planned?

This dream means that you are not journeying in life lightly. Several things are pulling you back.

Which is why you cannot get to where you need to be despite your efforts.

This dream could be the universe’s way of telling you to reflect and see what’s holding you down in life whether they are people, material possessions, or even wealth. 

9 Meanings of Dream About Trying to Get Somewhere But You Can’t

Spiritual Meaning of Dream About Trying to Get Somewhere But You Can’t

Dreams about trying to get somewhere but being unable to do so can be unsettling and mysterious. Understanding the nine meanings behind these types of dreams can provide insight into our unconscious feelings and desires

1) You are having a hard time getting ahead in life

When you dream of attempting to get somewhere to no avail then it could be because you are not advancing in your life despite your efforts.

Perhaps you are in your season in life when you are working doubly hard to achieve your goals but you are simply not getting to where you want to be.

For example, you may be putting in more hours at work or taking on more projects or workload than you normally have in the hope of getting that promotion. But either somebody else was given the new higher post or nobody is simply getting promoted. 

You may also be working hard on your love life in the hope of being in a serious relationship. But despite all your efforts you are still single and trying to mingle at every instance.

This dream could be a reflection of not getting what you want despite working hard to achieve it.

2) financial difficulties

Your dream could also be a warning of financial difficulties ahead of you.

The dream could be reflective of how you are financially in your life. You could be working long hours, stashing away cash from your earnings but still have difficulties making ends meet.

The dream is a warning that you will soon experience financial hardships. 

It could be in the form of the following:

  • Wiped out savings after a major illness or injury;
  • Loss of job;
  • Business closure;
  • Bad investment.

Take this dream as a sign to be smart about your spending and finances.

3) unable to perform some tasks

If you are unable to get to where you want to be in your dream, it could be because of your feelings of inadequacy in performing your tasks or jobs.

Perhaps, every day you feel inadequate in your job.

For instance, you are a manager in your office, and you often feel that there is someone better who can manage your team.

Someone more skilled, and has more work experience or higher education.

Perhaps you are a single parent who is wondering day in and day out if you are good enough to fulfill the needs of your child. If you are a single mother, for example, you may be wondering if you are doing a great job of being both the mom and dad for your kid.

When you dream of being unable to get to where you want, then ask whether you feel unable to perform some roles well.

The dream could be the universe’s way of telling you that you are enough.

Read about dreaming about throwing up blood.

4) You feel that you are not good enough for someone

Are you currently in a relationship? Or maybe manifesting a specific person to be your special someone?

When you dream of trying very hard to get to a certain place but can’t then it could be reflecting your feelings about someone. 

Maybe your partner is making you feel that you are not good enough for them.

Often you wonder whether your partner is secretly hoping to find someone better than you.

The same feelings of being inadequate can happen if you are hoping to be with a specific person.

You try very hard to show how great you are but this person doesn’t seem interested in being in a romantic relationship with you.

5) you are not capable of being happy

If you dream that you are working hard to be somewhere but are unable to, then it could be your current state of mind that you feel that: you are incapable of being happy.

You’ve tried many ways to find happiness such as going out more or traveling.

Maybe you’ve read as many self-help books as you could or sought therapy. But despite these efforts, it seems like you are perpetually feeling unhappy.

Take your dream as a sign that there is so much happiness in anyone’s life. That you can achieve happiness as long as you don’t rush or despair.

6) The problems of the past do not let you progress in life

Your dream of not getting where you’re supposed is the higher being’s way of saying that your past is affecting your present.

This means that the universe is well aware of how the baggage from the past is limiting your growth.

Your dream signifies that if you are presently stuck, it’s because you don’t want to let go of your past experiences.

You could take this to mean that you should only take the lessons of the past with you but not let them get the better of you. Otherwise, you will have a hard time achieving your goals.

7) Your (fake) friends don’t let you be happy 

If you’re stuck in your dreams it’s because something is stopping you. 

Your dream could be the supreme being’s way of warning you about people you hang out with.

Some of your friends may be pretending to be friends with you but actually are not loyal to you.

They’re faking the friendship, and your relationship with them is what’s dragging you down. 

You are not able to grow as a person because you listen and take the advice of your fake friends.

Sadly, these people do not have your back and their advice and company are what’s causing you to be stuck.

8) You need to abandon those who don’t make you happy

They say to choose the people you spend your time with as they affect you in more ways than you are aware of. 

So when you dream that you aren’t getting somewhere despite trying so hard, then take a look at the people that surround you.

Are they making you happy or are they causing you pain and misery?

The dream is your wake-up call to cut off those who won’t let you be happy.

Being with people or in relationships that make you unhappy will slow you down in life.

Cut loose these people if you must so you can move forward and get to where you want to be.

9) Take more risks in life!

There’s a saying in the business world “the higher the risks the higher the return”. 

When you dream that you are stuck and not getting where you want to be, then remember this phrase.

The dream is the universe’s way of telling you to go out there and take the risks. 

The dream brings the message that you can’t always play safe in your life. You might reap many rewards if you choose to take more risks. 

Meaning of dream of getting lost while walking

Messages from getting lost in a dream

You could also dream that you are getting lost while walking. And it could spiritually mean different things. For example, you:

  • Might run into some major obstacles as you try to achieve your goal;
  • Might have a different ending for your intended journey;
  • Need patience as getting to where you want to be is no walk in the park.

Try to remember what the dream is about and which part of it resonates most with you to help you determine the message being sent to you with this dream.

Read about what it means when you dream about a dead loved one.

Is this dream a warning sign?

Warning signs from dreams

Don’t fret when you dream of not being able to get to where you want to be.

It’s not a bad omen but the universe’s message is to reflect on where you are in your life, your relationships, and other factors that could hinder you from getting to your destination.

It could be a warning sign to take stock of the present and how else you can improve your current life to get to where you want to be.

Final Words

Dreams of trying to get somewhere seemingly aren’t common but it’s not unheard of either.

If you had this dream, don’t take it as a sign that something bad will inevitably happen. It could be the universe’s way of telling you to evaluate your life, to either do more than the present or cut off certain people.

This dream could actually be the higher beings’ way of helping you get to where you need to be.

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