Dreaming of reaching a dead end - dream meaning with inherited lore

You walk down an alley and come to a wall or closed door blocking the way. After pausing to look around, you turn back or search for another alley.

Korean lore: Traditionally, a blocked road has sometimes been interpreted as a delay or obstacle in your plans. Finding a way back has also been seen as looking for another approach. (In folk dream interpretations, a blocked road and turning back have been linked to difficulties along the way as things begin to work out.)

Through the mind: This may reflect feeling worn out from sticking to one approach, or feeling that your options have narrowed. It may also show a wish to pause and look for another way.

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