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.
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The Tve got a headache’ type of defence against another person’s approach to intimacy.See also: castle under house, buildings.
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