The type of trap will give an indication of our psychological state.
A gin trap would, therefore, suggest something is biting us and, rather obviously, a box trap that we are restricted in thought. We can gain insight into what is restricting us by taking careful note of our surroundings if we are trapped or locked in a room. [1]
To be aware of trapping something or someone is attempting to hold onto them.
To be trapping a butterfly is to be trying to capture the inner self.
2- When we feel trapped in dreams, we are not usuallv able to break free of old patterns of thought and behaviour. We need outside help.
3- Spiritually we are holding ourselves back. We mav also be aware of being trapped by the restrictions of the physical body. [2]
A woman is often trapped by her own imperturbability and needs help to escape and a man needs to find and release his trapped feminine. [4]