I was in a castle working and forced not to contact family but I was free
Dreams about being in a castle can symbolize feelings of security, strength, or a desire for a safe space. Castles often represent a place of power and protection, but they can also reflect feelings of isolation or confinement, especially when you feel forced to cut off contact with loved ones.
In your dream, the conflict between working in the castle and feeling free suggests that you may be navigating a situation in your waking life where you have responsibilities or obligations (represented by work) but also a yearning for independence or personal fulfillment (represented by the feeling of being free). The restriction from contacting family might indicate you are grappling with feelings of isolation or a desire to escape from familial expectations.
Overall, this dream may reflect your internal struggle between duty and freedom, perhaps highlighting a need to explore your own identity outside of familial ties or societal obligations. It could also suggest a desire to create your own space while feeling torn between connection and independence. Consider how you feel in your waking life and if there are areas where you feel constrained or where you long for more freedom.