Personal Reflections: Healing Through Dreams and Daily Challenges
Seeking Power and Finding Reflection
I’m sitting in a nice coffee shop, enjoying the space I’ve finally found, but there’s a problem – my laptop needs charging, and I can’t locate a single power outlet. It’s such a small frustration, yet it feels significant today. Yesterday, I wasted half a morning looking for a power adapter. In a big store, I bought the wrong one and only realized it after testing it in the parking lot. Thankfully, I hadn’t driven away.
If you’re coming from occupied Palestine, make sure to bring adapters with type H input. If you forgot, don’t worry – buy a universal adapter for around 10 dollars. Don’t pay more than that.
Dreams of Atonement
Speaking of small frustrations, I had another wet dream last night, the second since arriving in Canada. What’s it to you? I don’t know, but maybe it matters. In my dream, I was with my good friend’s wife. She’s still in Palestine, so maybe it’s a farewell dream. The sins of the past seem to have stayed behind, back in the Holy Land.
In the dream, she transformed into a girl I once studied with. There was always tension between us, but she had a boyfriend – a good guy, a poor soul who loved her deeply. I never tried, though I knew I probably could have succeeded. The thought of it now feels like an echo of who I was then: someone who wanted to desecrate, desecrate, desecrate.
But dreams are different here. These sins from the past play out in the upper worlds now, not the lower ones. They leave signs in the lower worlds, yes, but these signs disappear in the wash, leaving no harm, no destruction. Maybe that’s the point – these dreams are not just indulgences but symbols of healing. They remind me of what I’ve left behind, what I’m atoning for, and what I’m building anew.
Practical Tips: Navigating Daily Life and Inner Reflection in a New Country
- Plan for Practical Needs Like Adapters
If you’re moving to Canada from a country with different power outlets, bring adapters suited to your devices. If you arrive without them, a universal adapter is a quick and affordable solution. Save yourself frustration by checking compatibility before purchasing. - Accept the Challenges of Adjustment
Small issues, like finding power outlets or buying the wrong adapter, can feel disproportionately frustrating during the immigration process. Remind yourself that these moments are part of adjusting to a new environment and that they’ll become easier over time. - Reflect on Dreams and Their Meaning
Dreams, especially intense or recurring ones, can be part of your emotional and spiritual processing. Rather than dismissing them, consider what they might reveal about your past, your fears, or your hopes for the future. Use them as opportunities for introspection and growth. - Focus on Healing and Moving Forward
The sins or mistakes of the past don’t need to define your present. Acknowledge them, learn from them, and let them stay behind. Every step forward, even through dreams, is a step toward building a better life. - Stay Grounded in Faith or Personal Philosophy
Whether through faith or personal beliefs, find a framework that helps you interpret your experiences. Gratitude, prayer, or mindfulness can provide a sense of stability and purpose during challenging transitions.
Immigration isn’t just a physical journey; it’s a deep, personal transformation. From mundane tasks like finding the right adapter to profound reflections on dreams and sins, every moment holds the potential for growth and renewal. Embrace these moments, knowing they’re all part of the process of starting anew.
Written by Wa Alikum Salam, Immigrant.
