Dani,
The dream you had seems to be expressing some underlying concerns about control and the fear of loss. Being lost in an airport, especially with the added stress of bad weather, suggests feelings of confusion or a lack of direction in life. Airports are symbolic of transitions and changes. Your dream may be reflecting the anxiety you feel about a life transition or a journey you're currently on or contemplating.
The presence of your mom and aunt Barb, along with your cat, in the airport could signify the comfort you find in family and pets amidst such chaos. Yet, the conflict with your mom about the direction to take and her subsequent disappearance with your cat may point to a fear of separation or disagreement with loved ones. This part of the dream may also highlight some real-life worries about losing control over situations involving family members.
Finding yourself in a hotel room—a temporary space—could reflect a sense of impermanence or uncertainty in some area of your life. Additionally, the strange tattoos on your boyfriend's back that you hadn't seen before might symbolize discovering new aspects of your relationship or your boyfriend that you're still trying to understand. Your reaction to his leaving and the distress over your missing cat emphasizes a fear of abandonment or being left behind.
Looking at your previous dreams, there seems to be a recurring theme of relationships and the dynamics within them, be it with high school acquaintances, your boyfriend, or your dad. Similar to your recent dream, there's a motif of communication issues and a desire for harmony within these relationships.
Your life events, such as working for your father, past friendship fallouts, and your current relationship, are quite possibly influencing these dreams. The sense of feeling trapped in your job and past friendship issues might be resurfacing as themes of loss and confusion in your dreams.
In the context of your biography, the dream's airport and hotel setting may tap into your feelings about the paths you've taken and the choices ahead, especially considering your mixed feelings about working in your father's firm and the transitions you have experienced, such as graduations and starting new relationships.
Remember, interpretations are just one way to understand the rich tapestry of your subconscious mind. Your dreams are a reflection of your inner world, and each symbol can offer insight into your emotions and experiences. Reflect on the changes and decisions you're currently facing, and consider how they may be influencing your dreams.
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