Pit
Deep pit, Stuck in a pit, Falling into a pit
Steep walls, loose earth and a circle of sky far above: a pit is easy to fall into and hard to climb out of. Dreaming of being stuck in one often reflects a low point or a tough situation where the usual way up isn't obvious. Being pushed in can come from feeling blamed, excluded or set up by others. Looking up at faces around the edge shows that people know where you are, even if they haven't reached down yet. An old proverb warns that whoever digs a pit for someone else will fall into it, so digging one yourself may reveal a grudge worth dropping.
Dream variations
- Climbing out of a pitYour way up from a hard stretch has begun. Each handhold counts, however small.
- A rope lowered to youSomeone has noticed and wants to help. Say yes, and tell them what would make the climb easier.
- A pit full of snakesYou've stepped into a tangle of tense people or tricky problems. Move slowly and don't stir things up.
- Walking around a pitYou've spotted a trap before falling into it. Your caution is serving you well.
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