I was a toddler when I had this nightmare, this theme recurred so many times in my childhood, the dream started from me running from an entity, whatever it may be, from tigger bounce the toy to a mannequin or even an invisible entity of evil chasing me, I would start from my parents bedroom each time, running out, turning right passing the front room on the left and the dining table to my right, turning right again passing the kitchen and now the dining table on my right. I ran down the hallway which I turned left and entered into the laundry room, which was the only light on in that dark house. I then ran down the stair and to open the door out to the garage, most of the time I wakeup when I make in the laundry room, but sometimes I could actually get to the garage and hit the button to open it. Never actually ending the dream outside but always in some portion still in the house within danger, sometimes in the garage others in the laundry room
This recurring dream from your childhood reflects a feeling of being pursued or chased by an unknown and potentially dangerous entity or force. The fact that the dream always starts in your parents' bedroom suggests that this fear or threat may have originated from your earliest experiences or beliefs about safety and security within your family.
The repetitive nature of the dream can indicate unresolved emotions or fears that have not been fully processed or addressed. The specific details of the dream, such as passing rooms and turning corners, may symbolize a sense of being trapped or unable to escape from the perceived danger. The light in the laundry room amidst the darkness could represent a glimmer of hope or a source of safety in an otherwise fearful situation.
The fact that the dream often ends before you can fully escape suggests a feeling of being unable to completely overcome or resolve the fear or threat that the dream represents. It may be worth exploring any related insecurities, anxieties, or unresolved issues from your childhood or current life that could be contributing to this recurring dream pattern. By addressing and understanding these underlying emotions, you may find ways to break free from this recurring nightmare and move towards a greater sense of peace and security.