In the dream I was solving 3-d symbol puzzles with several different artists. I’d solve one puzzle and then be with a different artist. I’d shift through all seven. If I couldn’t solve it, I’d have to go back. I did not recognize any of the artists. One artist in particular told me I was dreaming, but that if I woke up, I’d find I had already died. It made me feel very upset. Every now and then I would think I was waking up, dying in a hospital bed.
This dream could represent a sense of pressure to constantly adapt and solve difficult challenges in your waking life. The symbol puzzles could symbolize complex problems or situations that you are currently facing or will face in the future. The shifting between different artists may indicate your feelings of having to seek guidance or support from various sources in order to find solutions.
The artist who tells you that you are dreaming and that you would find you had already died if you woke up may suggest feelings of existential confusion, anxiety, or fear of mortality. It could also reflect a fear of losing control or experiencing a major life change that feels overwhelming.
The hospital bed and the sensation of waking up or dying may symbolize a desire for healing, transformation, or a fresh start in some aspect of your life. The dream could be urging you to confront your fears and uncertainties and to find ways to navigate challenges with resilience and courage. It may also be a reminder to take care of your emotional and mental well-being during times of stress.