Hello David,
Your dream about having surgery and feeling angry with yourself for not checking the oil in the jacuzzi, which led to burning up the motor, seems to convey feelings of frustration and self-criticism. This could reflect a concern in your waking life about overlooking important details or a fear of making mistakes that could have costly consequences. The fact that you had surgery in the dream might symbolize a need for healing or fixing something in your life. The jacuzzi itself, often associated with relaxation and luxury, burning up because of your oversight, suggests that there might be a worry that neglecting certain responsibilities could ruin your chance for peace or enjoyment.
The presence of negative emotions in the dream, although not at a high intensity, indicates that these feelings are present but manageable. Within the context of this dream, it's important to consider your reaction to the oversight you made. Being angry at yourself might imply that you have high expectations for your own performance or that you're currently dealing with a situation where you feel you've let yourself down.
Reflecting on your previous dreams, there is a pattern of concerns related to cost and responsibility, such as the dream where the company wanted to charge you $40 for shipping and the one about considering a purchase for a past employee. These themes could be mirroring anxieties about financial decisions or the weight of making choices that impact others. The recurring theme of goats, which could symbolize stubbornness or independence, alongside golfing—a game requiring precision and control—might be your subconscious exploring the balance between freedom and the need to manage situations carefully.
It is also notable that your dreams often involve care or maintenance, such as curing olives or checking the oil in a jacuzzi. This could be a reflection of an inner drive to nurture and maintain aspects of your life, perhaps even hinting at a desire to care for others or to ensure that everything is functioning smoothly.
While the dream about the jacuzzi incident ended with family members enjoying the water despite the malfunction, and your son-in-law being very upset, it seems to touch on the theme of responsibility and the impact of your actions on those around you. It might be worth exploring feelings you have regarding familial expectations or the balance between your own needs and the needs of those in your close circle.
Remember, these interpretations are based on the themes and emotions present in your dreams. They are intended to provide insight that may resonate with your personal experiences and emotions. If any part of this analysis strikes a chord with you, it may be beneficial to reflect on these aspects of your life and consider how they may be influencing your dreams.