I dreamt that I was traveling with a group of my middle school classmates.
We were riding in a floating vehicle. Along the way, we passed by many small temples built in the middle of the road. These temples were elevated on stone foundations and were the kind typically worshipped by the public.
I remember seeing a wooden Buddha statue that wasn’t housed in a temple. I thought to myself that this seemed like a custom from another country, not something typical in Taiwan. I was curious about why it was there.
I encountered a few nuns who asked me where I was going. I replied, "Don’t worry, I know the direction I’m heading."
My classmates and I continued riding in the floating vehicle. We saw many sights and passed by numerous temples, even going under a bridge.
Near the end of the road, I remembered we had to turn right, where I saw a larger temple. It was shaped like a bridge, but I knew this wasn’t our destination.
We kept moving forward, knowing there was a fork in the road ahead, and the temple we were heading to was just before that fork.
At the temple, there was a place offering vegetarian food. I saw porridge and side dishes, including bean dates and vegetarian bacon. I scooped some porridge and picked some side dishes, then headed to the backyard.
I passed by a theater and looked inside. It resembled an auditorium with red fabric seats (not velvet). I planned to return later since I had a meeting to attend in the back hall.
Then, I found myself in a classroom, eating the bowl of porridge. My middle school teacher, Mr. Xie, asked everyone about their memories of attending classes there. My classmates happily shared their recollections.
The teacher mentioned a particularly opinionated and mischievous student and approached me for my thoughts. I said, "It was fine! I actually learned a lot here." The teacher continued, "Didn't you feel unhappy here?" I replied, "As I grew older, I appreciated the learning I got here and would come back again."
The teacher seemed satisfied with my answer, and my classmates applauded.
Back in the meeting hall, I met my competitor. He came over to chat and even gave me feedback on how I could improve in certain areas. I was quite surprised that he was willing to give me such feedback.
While relaxing outside, I saw him with his family, preparing to enter the theater. I overheard him telling his family that this place was quite nice.
I realized he was actually a good person. Although he was my competitor, he seemed to appreciate me enough to offer constructive feedback.
我夢見我和一群國中同學，一起出去旅遊。
我們坐著會飄浮的交通工具。旅遊途中經過許多建在路中央小的宮廟。這些廟宇都是用石頭架空建在那裡，就是民間常會祭拜的小廟。
我記得經過一座木雕佛像，它是沒有廟宇的佛像。我還心想：這好像是別的國家習俗，不是台灣的習俗。我好奇怎麼會在這裡出現。
我遇到幾位尼姑，她們問我要去哪裡。我回說「放心，我知道我要去的方向。」
我和同學們繼續坐著飄浮的交通工具。路上有許多風景與大大小小的廟宇，還經過一座橋下。
快到路底時，我記得要右轉，看到一間比較大的廟宇。它是一座像是橋的造型的廟宇，但我知道這不是我們的目的地。
我們繼續往前去，我知道前方有個岔路，我們要去的廟宇就在快到岔路的前方。
寺廟這裡有供齋，我看了一下，有粥和小菜，小菜有豆棗和素培根。我盛了粥，夾了一些小菜，往後院走去。
經過一間戲院，往裡面看，有點像禮堂，搭配紅布 (不是絨布) 座椅。我要去後面會堂開會，想說戲院還有座位，待會再過來。
然後就變成來到一間教室，我裡面吃手上這碗粥。我的國中導師謝老師問大家當年在這裡上課的想法。同學們很歡樂地談起過去上課的回記憶。
老師說有個意見很多、又調皮不乖的學生，就來到我身邊，問我的意見。我說「還好啊！其實我在這裡學習很多。」老師繼續問「你沒有覺得在這裡不快樂嗎？」我說「長大後，會感激在這裡的學習，我還會再回來。」
老師大概對我的答案算是滿意，同學也是拍手叫好。
回到會議堂，遇到我的競爭對手。他過來和我閒聊，還告訴我在那些事情處理上可以改進的地方。我還蠻訝異他竟然願意給我回饋意見。
我在外面的空間休息閒晃，看到他帶著家人準備進入戲院。我聽到他跟家人說這個地方很不錯。
我覺得他人其實蠻好的。雖然是我的對手，但應該還算欣賞我，才會給我意見回饋。
Ending 1 - A Reunion of Friends
After your competitor enters the theater with his family, you find your middle school classmates gathering nearby. You all decide to catch up and share stories about your lives since graduation. This reunion signifies the importance of maintaining connections with those who have been part of your formative experiences.
Ending 2 - Exploring New Paths
As you reflect on your conversation with your competitor, you realize that his feedback has inspired you to explore new avenues in your personal and professional life. This motivation leads you to embark on an exciting new journey of growth and self-discovery.
Ending 3 - A Serendipitous Encounter
While relaxing outside, you strike up a conversation with a wise elder who shares valuable life lessons and insights. This chance encounter provides you with a fresh perspective on your experiences, helping you appreciate the role of unexpected connections in shaping your journey.
Ending 4 - An Inner Transformation
As you contemplate your experiences at the temple, you undergo a profound inner transformation. This awakening empowers you to let go of past doubts and fears, enabling you to embrace your true potential and confidently pursue your dreams.
Ending 5 - A Symbolic Discovery
While exploring the temple grounds, you discover a hidden chamber containing an ancient scroll. The wisdom inscribed on the scroll provides you with guidance and inspiration, symbolizing the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding to enrich your life's journey.
These alternative endings offer various ways your dream could conclude, each emphasizing different aspects of personal growth, relationships, wisdom, and the transformative power of new experiences and discoveries.
Your dream seems to revolve around the themes of personal growth, guidance, and the significance of relationships. The journey you undertake with your middle school classmates suggests a reflection on your past experiences and how they have shaped your personal development.
The floating vehicle represents your ability to navigate through life's challenges, while the temples symbolize spiritual guidance and the need for inner reflection. The variety of temples and the foreign wooden Buddha statue emphasize the importance of remaining open to diverse perspectives and learning from different sources of wisdom.
Your encounter with the nuns highlights your self-assurance and determination in following your chosen path, despite others' concerns or doubts. This demonstrates your confidence in making decisions and trusting your own judgment.
The larger temple before the fork in the road indicates a significant turning point in your life. The choice to continue moving forward symbolizes your willingness to embrace change and growth, instead of settling for what may appear comfortable or familiar.
The vegetarian food at the temple signifies nourishment for both body and spirit. Your choice of food represents the various experiences and lessons you've acquired on your journey, which have contributed to your personal development.
The theater and auditorium suggest a focus on self-expression and communication, emphasizing the importance of sharing your thoughts and emotions. Your positive interaction with your former teacher and classmates indicates a sense of resolution and acceptance of past experiences, acknowledging how they've shaped your growth and understanding.
Finally, your encounter with your competitor demonstrates the value of forming connections and appreciating others' perspectives, even in situations that may initially appear adversarial. This reflects your capacity to learn from others and cultivate personal growth through a variety of relationships and experiences.
Overall, the dream signifies your ongoing journey of self-discovery and personal development, highlighting the importance of wisdom, guidance, and meaningful connections in shaping your path forward.