Okay, so last night was… interesting. I’ve been trying some dream work lately, focusing on lucid dreaming and just generally being more aware in my dream state. I stumbled upon this thing called “shadow people” in dreams, and honestly, it creeped me out, but I also got super curious. I decided to see if I could actually encounter them and maybe even understand what they’re about.
First, I did some prep. I read up on different interpretations of shadow people – some say they’re representations of fear, repressed emotions, or even just parts of your own subconscious that you haven’t integrated. I even saw some wild theories about interdimensional beings, haha! I tried not to get too caught up in the spookiness, and just kept an open mind.
Before bed, I set my intention. I literally said out loud, “Tonight, I want to become aware in my dreams, and if it’s safe and appropriate, I want to encounter a shadow person and understand its message.” Yeah, I know, sounds kinda corny, but I figured it couldn’t hurt. I also did a quick meditation focusing on feeling grounded and safe, because, you know, potential nightmare fuel.
Then I went to sleep. I didn’t have a lucid dream right away, but I did have a very vivid dream. I was in this old house, kinda like the one I grew up in, but everything was darker and more run-down. I was wandering around, feeling uneasy, and then I saw it – or rather, them. Two shadowy figures were standing in the hallway, just watching me.
My heart started pounding. Seriously, my dream-heart was racing! My first instinct was to run, but then I remembered my intention. I took a deep breath (in my dream!) and forced myself to walk towards them. As I got closer, they didn’t move, didn’t speak. They were just… there, shrouded in darkness.
I tried to speak to them. “Who are you? What do you want?” My voice sounded shaky, even in the dream. They still didn’t respond. It was super unsettling. So, I tried a different approach. I focused on sending them feelings of peace and acceptance. I know, woo-woo alert, but I was desperate!
And then something shifted. One of the figures seemed to… fade slightly. The other one remained, but I felt a shift in the energy. It wasn’t as threatening. I suddenly had this feeling that it represented a part of myself that I was neglecting, something I was afraid to confront.
The feeling was connected to a project I’ve been putting off, something I know I need to do but have been avoiding because it’s challenging and makes me feel vulnerable. In that moment, I understood that the shadow person wasn’t some external threat, but a manifestation of my own self-sabotage.
The dream started to fade after that. I woke up feeling a little shaken, but also strangely empowered. I spent some time journaling about the experience, and it really helped me clarify what that shadow aspect was all about. I actually started working on that project today! It’s still daunting, but I feel like I have a better understanding of why I was avoiding it, and that makes it a little easier to tackle.
So, yeah, that was my shadow person encounter. It was definitely a weird and intense experience, but ultimately, I think it was a valuable one. I’m not sure if everyone will have the same interpretation or even encounter shadow people in their dreams, but if you’re curious about dream work, it’s definitely something to explore. Just remember to set your intentions, stay grounded, and don’t be afraid to confront your fears – even if they’re shrouded in shadow!
