Restrained dream meaning is explained below using 2 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.
Interpretation 1 — Nancy Wagaman
Being physically restrained can represent: Feeling or fearing a lack of freedom or power (physical, emotional, or mental).
Feeling unable to maneuver, escape a situation, or make progress somehow in your life.
See Tormented, Hostage, Prison, Holding, Holding a Person
Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary • Author: Nancy Wagaman
Interpretation 2 — Margaret Hamilton
See “bound”
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited • Author: Margaret Hamilton