What is the meaning and symbol of retreat in the dream?

The meaning of the backward dream, the backward dream has the influence and reaction of reality, and the subjective imagination of the dreamer. Please see the detailed explanation of the backward dream to help you sort out below.

Walking backwards, or taking a train or car may mean that you are getting further and further away from your real goal. Maybe you care too much about the past, and the past is connected with failure, rejection, guilt and resentment. As long as your current attitude towards life is still affected by past traumatic experiences, you will not be able to achieve inner peace and realization. Living now is the most strategic way of life.

Zhou Gong's Dream Interpretation

A traditional Chinese text attributed to the Duke of Zhou (11th century BCE), "Zhou Gong Jie Meng" deciphers dreams through symbolic meanings, linking themes like nature, animals, or daily life to predictions about fortune, health, or relationships. Rooted in ancient mysticism and philosophy, it reflects cultural beliefs in the bond between humans and the spiritual realm, remaining a cherished guide to subconscious symbolism despite its non-scientific nature.