Hello Scarlett,
The act of a dreamer removing material from their own ears in itself shows that the dreamer is opening up her/ or his senses and trying to eliminate obstacles that could inhibit clear perception. The orange plastic material is also an indicator of insight or openness. Given the context, the obstacles that I refer to might well be perceptions or warnings by others.
In any case, you seem to be bring yourself in balance (emotionally) and this all starts with an open mind and awareness.
all the best to you,
sailrmc