Dreams are a series of thoughts, images, and feelings that occur while we sleep. Some are vivid and linger with us long after we wake, affecting us emotionally, or even physically. Others fade quickly, leaving only fragments or vague impressions. I believe there is a spiritual connection between us and our dreams, and that they can offer insight, guidance, and even solutions to life’s challenges.
Recently, I’ve been navigating a series of difficult changes in my career. These events have left me feeling stressed, anxious, and professionally depleted, stirring feelings of low self-worth. The fear of not finding another job, one that pays well and supports a healthy work-life balance, has weighed heavily on my decision to leave a position I’ve been unhappy in for quite some time.
I’ve been in the same role for six years. More than two years ago, I began working from home full-time. While not ideal for me as a self-proclaimed people-person, it was still far better than being in the office. That flexibility made the monotony of the job more tolerable and allowed me to manage personal responsibilities more effectively.
Recently, however, we were informed that we must return to the office three days a week. The news came as a shock and a disappointment. I had already been struggling with feeling stuck in a career rut. Although I outgrew this job long ago, its flexibility allowed me to stay longer than I should have. Working from home gave me the freedom to balance both work and personal obligations.
Now, returning to the office means making significant changes in my personal life. Working from home allowed me to structure my day in a way that broke up the monotony of repetitive tasks. In contrast, returning to a public, high-traffic cubicle for eight hours a day feels suffocating.
I’ve considered leaving this job many times, especially after completing my master’s degree last year. Still, the ability to work from home and be present for my family kept me there. In doing so, I sacrificed what I truly love: writing. My passion stands in stark contrast to my current role as a Spanish medical content editor.
The week before returning to the office, I experienced a series of vivid dreams. Below are those dreams and their interpretations, which I researched using several dream analysis sources. If you’re curious, you can explore your own interpretations by searching “dream interpretation for (your dream)” online.
Dream: My Mother Dies
Dreaming of your mother dying can represent a loss of intuition or foresight. It may reflect difficulty solving problems or escaping negative situations. This dream can also indicate deep fears, moral dilemmas, or a sense of powerlessness when facing an important decision.
Dream: My Son Suffers a Snake Bite
A snake bite often symbolizes a wake-up call. It serves as a warning about something toxic in your life—whether a situation, behavior, or pattern of thought. At the same time, it can signal that you are on the verge of a deep personal transformation.
Dream: I Am Being Chased (by an Unknown Figure)
Chase dreams are common and often stem from anxiety in waking life. Being pursued by an unseen figure reflects avoidance, running from pressure, fear, or an unresolved issue. These dreams mirror how we cope with stress, urging us to confront what we are trying to escape.
Dream: Dirty Water Running From a Faucet
Muddy or dirty water suggests lingering negativity or clouded thinking. It points to the need for emotional cleansing and mental clarity. This dream signals heaviness that must be released in order to see your path clearly.
Dream: A Dead Body on a Rocky Trail
Seeing a dead body in a dream often symbolizes an ending. It may represent an aspect of your inner or outer life that is fading, or a drive or goal that is being replaced by a new way of thinking or being.
I believe these dreams were trying to tell me something. While others may interpret them differently, to me the message is clear: the source of my fear and the answer to my work dilemma, was woven into each dream.
Now, it’s up to me to act. I’ve decided to stop letting fear dictate my choices and to finally pursue the job of my dreams. I trust that everything will work out as it should. Sometimes life pushes us in directions we should have chosen for ourselves. There is a reason this is happening, and I believe it’s time for me to move on.
