Jess
The dream you've shared carries layers of symbolism and emotional depth. Dreaming of the loss of a child, even within the context of a dream, represents a profound fear of loss or a reflection of deep-seated anxieties about the well-being of those you love. This could signify your innate protective instincts as a caregiver or a reflection of an underlying fear of unexpected changes or events that are out of your control.
The presence of your brother-in-law in the dream, performing an action that is traditionally associated with invoking or summoning in the form of placing an owl statue, could represent an aspect of your life where you feel there is an outside influence or force at play. It may also suggest feelings of being left out of important family communications or developments. The owl itself is often seen as a symbol of wisdom or a messenger, which in this context could be seen to represent your subconscious trying to alert you to something that you may feel is being kept from you.
The emotional response you had upon discovering that no one had informed you about your sister's passing in the dream indicates a potential fear of being disconnected from loved ones or being the last to know about significant events. This could mirror real-life concerns about communication or relationships within your family dynamic.
Experiencing a 'false awakening'—dreaming that you've woken up only to really wake up later—often highlights a sense of uncertainty or confusion about reality. It can reflect a period in your life where you're questioning your perceptions or doubting what you believe to be true.
Despite the dream having negative feelings, the emotions level was relatively low. This might suggest that while the subject of the dream was distressing, your response to it was more subdued, possibly pointing to an inner resilience or an understanding that the content of the dream does not necessarily reflect your waking life. It's worth reflecting on your current life stresses or challenges that could be influencing such dreams, considering if there are aspects of communication or relationships that might be causing underlying stress.