Doors that won't stay shut

A recurring theme in my dreams lately has left me searching for answers. The common thread is that I am alone, and I'm feeling vulnerable. I'm disturbed by the fact that doors are opening(this happens in different ways depending on the dream) when I want them to be locked tight. I decided to google for some dream analysis. After all what can't one find through a google search? The following is an excerpt from a book that resonates within me.

My door won't Close!

I understand that a house can represent one's body. My recurrent dream has me unable to make my door stay closed. Although I lock the door and repeatedly slam it to get it to latch, the door opens easily, causing me concern.


Doors in the language of dreams can represent new opportunities or a transition into a new state of being. In the metaphor of the house, the door may represent the heart. So I ask this dreamer if he is willing to open his heart to a new opportunity for love or a transition in matters of the heart? Since he slams the door shut and locks it, he may have been hurt and is now protecting himself. Just like a child who touches a candle flame, once hurt we are often resistant to making ourselves vulnerable again. Apparently, his unconscious mind wants him to be open to new possibilities. Since the door opens easily, perhaps he is fearful that he will fall in love too easily, or is too accepting. If he has lost himself in relationships, he should redefine and reinforce his sense of self and venture on. We can learn from past pain to protect ourselves and still be available to love.

Though I don't think this is completely accurate, I felt something click when I read it. Part of me, even on a conscious level wants to be open, and share intimate details about my life with those I feel connected to. Circumstances and events have taught me that maybe this isn't a wise feeling to indulge... It's a sad lesson, and on some level I think maybe I am rejecting it with everything I am.