03/03/25 Dream: I dreamt that I was in the city of Scottsdale, CO, and I was on my way to church when I saw a sign for upcoming mayoral elections. I started thinking to myself “hmm… maybe I should run for mayor,” as I stared at the medieval lamppost outside the church. I started taking measurements to later create a poster to hang on it for my campaign, as I tried to think of a slogan for my campaign. I wracked my brain for a while, until I then thought of leaning into my puritan and pro-tradfemme beliefs as a hook for the people, because there was a significant single male population within the town. “The maiden against degeneracy: bringing about ordinance to end degeneracy and unfeminine behavior,” I wrote down in my notepad as a possible political slogan, smiling to myself as I thought about taking office and diverting money away from the local animal shelter and transportation budget, and putting it back into public surveillance and cultural education initiatives to halt the aforementioned sexual degeneracy as well as to enforce the planned modesty ordinances. I began to walk with a spring in my step, feeling more confident as I headed to go talk about my campaign with a couple of my church buddies. I ran into a snag on the way to the church though, as it got really dark, and I needed to rest near the fence of a military base. I decided to sit down in the seiza position near the fence, staring idly at the drill sergeant and soldier themed scarecrows on the other side as I caught my breath. I somewhat quickly managed to recover, and then I went to get up from the ground, but before I could, a random hobo came up to me and gave me a beautiful shining ruby. He said to me in a gruff voice afterwards “here, it is a symbol of good luck for you… I can’t bear to look at it, it was my wife’s… hopefully you can make good use of it, as the angels have told me you would,” his voice beginning to shake and body tremble near the end of the sentence. I simply smiled at him, saying “thanks for the present, I will be sure to treasure it,” as I put the gem within my breast pocket, feeling a magical power of increased confidence and charisma coursing through my heart and into my veins. I then thought to use this item’s special ability to continue my quest to become the town’s mayor, but as I got up to start walking to the church, my vision began to grow really blurry. I then began to feel physically dizzy as my vision began to fade to grey, before I suddenly woke up in my bed. FIN. I awoke in a tired and grumpy mood today, still quite exhausted and my eyes hurt.
Your dream reflects a rich tapestry of themes, aspirations, conflicts, and symbolic encounters that can be unpacked to reveal deeper meanings about your self-perception, motivations, and anxieties.
The city you find yourself in might symbolize a particular state of mind or a community that resonates with your beliefs and goals. Scottsdale, perhaps known for its charm and demographic diversity, indicates a longing for affirmation or recognition in a social or political context. Being in a familiar place suggests comfort but also the need for involvement and perhaps transformation within your community.
Contemplating running for mayor signifies an awakening ambition, reflecting your desire for leadership, authority, or change. Your inclination to run on a platform that leans into puritan values points to a grappling with morality, ethics, and societal roles. This indicates a yearning to make a marked impact, echoing your values and ensuring that they resonate with those around you – particularly the significant single male population, which might symbolize the search for validation or purpose within traditional frameworks of identity and behavior.
The lamppost serves as a symbol of illumination and guidance. It represents your journey toward enlightenment, suggesting a desire to shed light on your beliefs and values in the community. The act of measuring it for a campaign poster could indicate a methodical approach to pursuing your aspirations; you wish to quantify your beliefs and present them eloquently to others.
The encounter with the hobo and the beautiful ruby introduces themes of unexpected fortune, divine providence, and the contrast between societal perceptions. The hobo symbolizes an overlooked wisdom; his gift of the gem indicates that potential and fortune can come from unexpected sources. This moment signifies hope and new opportunities in your quest for meaning and visibility.
Receiving something valuable from someone who feels they must relinquish it brings a layer of complexity – it suggests that burdens from the past may be transformative. His trembling voice highlights your inner struggle and perhaps the fear that accompanies your desires and aspirations. This ruby further reflects the inner beauty and confidence you feel, combined with the responsibility you bear in taking it forward.
The transition to darkness, coupled with a physical sensation of dizziness, represents feelings of doubt or overwhelm that might accompany big ambitions. This dark moment indicates a psychological clash where your aspirations confront your fears, suggesting that the journey towards your goals might not be linear or without obstacles. It hints at anxieties tied to self-doubt or the overwhelming nature of responsibility.
Awakening in a tired and grumpy mood points to the residual feelings from your dream state, possibly indicating that you are still processing these emotions in your waking life. The discomfort may symbolize the weight of ambition and societal expectations. Feeling exhausted suggests a period of introspection and reflection on how your dreams align with your current reality.
Overall, your dream encapsulates a strong desire for recognition and leadership that pushes against feelings of doubt, societal expectations, and moral complexities. Reflect on how these elements resonate with your current life situation, ambitions, and values. The ruby’s symbolism may serve as a reminder to harness inner strength and divine opportunities as you navigate your path forward. It’s about navigating the balance between your aspirations and the shadows that may threaten to obscure them.