1- A moat is a representation of our defences against intimacy. In dreams we can see for ourselves how we build or dig those enclosures. We can also decide what steps we need to take to remove them.
2- When we need to contain our own emotions we will often create a way of monitoring to whom we need to relate.
A moat can be a symbol for this ability.
3- A moat can be an emotional barrier or defence.
[1]To see a moat in your dream suggests that you have put up an emotional wall around you. You are shutting others out and trying to block out the hurt.
[2]The Tve got a headache’ type of defence against another person’s approach to intimacy.
See Also: castle under house, buildings.
[3]To reach one’s goal is not going to be easy.
[4]Emotional block, defense against others.
[5]Spiritually protected; see “island”
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