I was with a friend from college in Atlanta. We went out to eat then to this cheerleading gym that also had things like meditation. I met about 5-6 people. One woman said I was very in tune to my environment. She said like a compliment. I said I had been since trauma in middle school. I just noticed more things now. This guy said well here’s a challenge to see if you are this in tune and aware. He said no one made it past this. He quickly flashed words and I said them. He said no one had ever been able to do that. Then he gave me a sales pitch for what all he could do to help me. I politely declined. I paid for dinner and all. I was concerned about how much money I had. I was ok so far. Then they did this odd meditation like thing. They said I had to pay $34 for it. I didn’t know it cost money. I didn’t ask for it. But I went to get my overbite bag to give them my credit card. I couldn’t find it. The last time I visited my friend I lost my credit card just before I left to go home. I had paid for everything, but I had to take an odd plane home, then it was a big hassle getting a new bank card and for some reason it meant my car was gone too, so I had to get another car then. I went to clear the table. I took the dishes to a sink. I the waitress of this was where the dishes went. She said yes but make sure to separate them. I looked at her like, are you serious?! And she said, oh no you don’t have to do that. I said that’s a relief because I don’t work here. I went back to looking for my bank card. I found it in my back pants pocket. It’s odd I didn’t usually put it there, plus it wasn’t safe there. I went to pay the $34, but my friend said we were leaving. I said I need to pay. She said I didn’t, they were just seeing if I’d pay extra, but there was no charge. Then it was time to leave. For some reason, I couldn’t ride with my friend. The man who did the sales pitch offered me a ride. We got in the highway, then turned off on an unusual street. I said where are we going. He said to a place to smoke and eat. He said it was really neat. I said I didn’t see my friend behind us on the street. He said they’d know to come here. I was starting to feel unsure and not safe. I said I wasn’t sure I wanted to go. I wanted to go back. He said trust me it’s great and let’s go just for 2 smokes. I said no. He planned on taking me and hurting me. But seemingly out of his control, the car slowed, and without wanting to, said I could get out. It was like slow motion and being otherworldly controlled. I kind of froze like in fear, but then I hoped out.
This dream may reflect your subconscious feelings and anxieties about trust and control in your waking life. The setting of being with a friend in Atlanta could symbolize a sense of familiarity and comfort, but the strange events that unfold suggest uncertainty and manipulation.
The cheerleading gym with meditation elements could represent the balance between physical and mental well-being. The challenge presented to you by the man testing your awareness and intuition could symbolize situations in your life where you feel tested or doubted. Your ability to meet the challenge could indicate your self-awareness and resilience.
The theme of money and payment throughout the dream might relate to concerns about financial stability or the fear of being taken advantage of in some way. The misplaced credit card and the stress surrounding it could signify feelings of vulnerability or lack of control over your resources.
The offer of a ride by the man who did the sales pitch may symbolize a temptation or offer that seems enticing but ultimately comes with hidden dangers. Your intuition and hesitation to go with him could be a reflection of your inner guidance and self-preservation instincts.
Overall, this dream may be urging you to trust your instincts, be cautious of people or situations that seem too good to be true, and maintain a strong sense of self-awareness and boundaries. It may also highlight the importance of listening to your inner voice and being prepared to assert your independence when faced with manipulation or potential harm.