Dreaming
about school points to feelings of inadequacy and anxieties about your ability.
If you are no longer in school, such dreams may point to unresolved childhood
issues. The dream may also reflect a life lesson that you need to learn.
Auditorium
To
dream that you are in an auditorium indicates that there is something that you
need to learn from others. Pay attention to those around you.
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Backpack
To
see or carry a backpack in your dream represents the decisions and
responsibilities that are weighing your down.
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Cheerleader
To
see a cheerleader in your dream represents competition and triumph. Your dream
may be telling you to offer more praise and encouragement toward others.
To
dream that you are a cheerleader signifies your self-confidence and self-esteem.
You need to be more active and more positive in some waking situation in your
life.
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Classmates
To
see old classmates in your dream indicate that you need to draw on your old
associations with your former classmates to gain insight in some current
relationship. It represents a past lesson that you have learned and is
applicable in some aspect of your waking life now.
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Classroom
To
dream that you are in a classroom indicates that you are learning an important
life lesson. Alternatively, it symbolizes personal growth. You are learning
something about yourself.
To
dream that you are looking for a classroom suggests that you need to expand your
knowledge and learning.
To dream that
a classroom is outdoors indicates that you need to learn to be more free and
open. Learn to adapt to various situations.
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College
To
dream that you are in college indicates that you are going through some social
or cultural changes. You want to expand your knowledge and awareness. It
also suggests that now is a good time for you to experiment and try new things.
If you had gone to college in your past, then also consider your personal
experiences and memories of your college days. However, if you are
currently in college, then it may be a reflection of your current surroundings.
Alternatively, the dream suggests that you will achieve your goals through
perseverance and hard work. You may be going through a period of stress in your
life.
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Computer
To
see a computer in your dream symbolizes technology, information, and modern
life. New areas of opportunities are being opened to you. Alternatively,
computers represent a lack of individuality and lack of emotions and feelings.
Too often, you are just going along with the flow, without voicing your own
opinions and views. You may also feel a depreciated sense of superiority.
To
dream that your computer has a mind of its own denotes anxiety about technology
and loss of control. You are feeling overwhelmed and that you are at the mercy
of another.
To
dream that a computer has a virus or has crashed suggests that something in your
life that is out of control. It may parallel something in your life that has
come to a crashing end.
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Desk
To
see or sit at your desk in your dream suggests that you are evaluating and
weighing your problems. It is indicative of self-exploration and discovery. If
you are at someone else's desk, then it symbolizes a lack of confidence in your
own abilities.
To
dream that your desk is cluttered indicates that you need to prioritize and
reorganize aspects of your life. If the desk is cleaned out, then it suggests
that you need to find more productive ways to spend your time. Pick up a new
hobby.
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Dormitory
To
dream that you are in a dormitory represents the value you place on knowledge
and education. You believe that you are constantly learning, even when you are
in the classroom. If you are currently a college student who live in a
dormitory, then this symbol may just be a reflection of your current
surroundings and hold similar meaning as a house.
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Exam
To
dream that you are taking an exam signifies insecurities, fear of not meeting
others' expectations, and fear of failure.
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*For
an in depth analysis, click on Common
Dreams: Exam.
Fraternity
To
dream that you are in or join a fraternity symbolizes brotherhood, camaraderie
and/or personal growth. If you are in a fraternity in your waking life,
then the dream may just be a reflection of the waking relationship and bear no
special significance.
To
see fraternity members in your dream may be a metaphor that you need to be more
open or friendly.
Grade
To
see your grade in your dream represents how well you are doing in life's lesson
and how your are progressing through each stage in your life. Consider the
significance of the letter. Perhaps it refers to someone's initials.
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Graduation
To dream that you
are at a graduation represents your achievements. You are successfully
transitioning to a higher level and moving forward to important things.
To dream that you
do not have enough units or credits to graduate suggests that you are not giving
yourself enough credit to your successes and achievements. You are
short-changing yourself of your accomplishments.
To dream that you
forget your graduation means that you are not mentally prepared for the next
phase of your life. You are subconsciously trying to hold yourself back.
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Grammar
To dream that you
are studying grammar suggests difficulties in getting your point across and
communicating your ideas.
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Gymnasium
To dream that you
are in a gymnasium indicates that you need to apply what you learned and
incorporate it into your daily life. Alternatively, the gym may be telling you
that you need to get more exercise.
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High
School
To dream about
high school refers to the bonds and friendships that you made while you were in
high school. What spiritual lessons have you learned? The dream may also be
telling you that you need to start preparing for the real world.
To dream that you
have to repeat high school suggests that you are doubting your accomplishments
and the goals that you have already completed. You feel that you may not be
measuring up to the expectation of others. The dream may occur because some
recent situation may have awakened old anxieties and insecurities.
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Highlighter
To see a
highlighter marker in your dream represents enlightenment. There is something
that you need to pay closer attention to. Consider what you are highlighting and
the significance of the message.
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Homecoming
To dream that you
are at a homecoming event suggests that you need to acknowledge the past and
recognize those former relationships that has brought you to where you are
today. Perhaps you need to express some gratitude to those who supported you
along the way. Alternatively the dream may be a pun on "coming home"
or returning home.
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Homeschool
To dream that you
are being homeschooled symbolizes an important lesson that you can only learn
from your parents or from some aspect of your home life. Alternatively, to dream
of homeschooling refers to some area where you need to better focus your
attention.
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Homework
To dream
that you are doing homework symbolizes the lessons that have learned or are
learning. Pay attention to the assignment in your dream and figure out how it
can be applied to your waking life. Alternatively, the dream represents your
anxieties about your ability and performance. If you have a homework assignment
that is due in real life, then the dream may just be your preoccupation and
worry over the assignment.
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Hookie
To dream that you
are playing hookie from school or work suggests that you are trying to
"ditch" or avoid some responsibility. You are not owning up to your
duties. It also denotes self guilt.
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Laptop
To
see or use a laptop in your dream represents your need to reach out and
communicate with others in any circumstance.
To
dream that your laptop is missing or stolen indicates that you are relying too
much on your social network. You need to try and make it on your own abilities
and merit.
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Late
To
dream that you are late signifies your fear of change and your ambivalence about
seizing an opportunity. You may feel unready, unworthy, or unsupported in your
current circumstances. Additionally, you may be overwhelmed or conflicted with
decisions about your future. Time is running out and you no longer have time to
accomplish all the things you want. Alternatively, being late in your dream
could be telling you that it is better late than never.
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Learn
To dream that you
are learning something signifies your never-ending quest in acquiring knowledge.
You are seeking a deeper knowledge and a deeper understanding of yourself.
To dream that you
are in a place of learning represents your success and your rise to distinction.
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Lecture
To dream that you
are giving a lecture suggests that you are becoming somewhat of a bore. You need
to improve your communications skills. Alternatively, your dream may serve as a
continuation of your intellectual thinking, carried over from your waking hours.
To dream that you
are listening to a lecture indicates that you need to do some research and weigh
out your options before making a decision on some matter.
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Letters
To see letters of
the alphabet in your dream symbolize any object, animal, place associated with
or resembling that particular letter. For example, the letter "T" may
refer to a type intersection in a road. Alternatively, you may still be trying
to understand some concept or emotion that is still in the primitive stages.
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For significance
of other letters, please refer to Dream
Moods' Dream Themes: Alphabet
Library
To dream that you
are in a library signifies your search for knowledge and your hunger for ideas.
You may be trying to seek out new meanings to life. You need to study and
evaluate your situation before taking action. If the library is disorganized,
then it suggests that too much information is coming at you at the same time.
You are having difficulty sorting it all out.
To dream that you
cannot find a book in the library or that the book you are looking for is
already checked out suggests that a certain aspect of your self is lacking
enrichment or is under developed.
To see a library
in your dream symbolizes the knowledge you have accumulated over the years.
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Locker
Room
To dream that you
are in a locker room suggests that you need time to cool off and calm down. You
are involved in some tough competition or are trying to overcome. Perhaps you
are trying to pursue a love interest.
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Lunch
Box
To see or carry a
lunch box in your dream represents stored energy. You are preparing for some
important event. Alternatively, the dream refers to your day to day support
system. Consider the significance of the contents in the lunch box. If the lunch
box is empty, then it means that you are lacking spiritual enrichment and
enlightenment in some area of your life.
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Math
To
dream about math indicate that you are evaluating a situation in your waking
life where you need to be more rational in your thinking. Try not to act
on your emotions.
To
dream that you are unable to solve a math problem or equation parallels a waking
problem where you may be confused about. The dream may offer a hint toward a new
approach to this waking problem. Something does not add up in your life.
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Monkey
Bars
To see or play on
the monkey bars in your dream denotes the carefree nature of childhood.
Alternatively, it represents your strength, competence, determination and
ability to achieve your goals. Don't give up.
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Mortarboard
To see or
wear a mortarboard in your dream represents education and learning. It also
refers to your achievements. Perhaps there is a lesson that you need to learn.
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Notes
To
read or write a note in your dream suggests that there is an important message
that you need to convey. There is something that you need to let others know.
To
dream that you are passing notes symbolize your pursuit for knowledge and
information.
To
see musical notes in your dream represent harmony or disharmony in your waking
life, depending on whether the musical note was a sharp note or flat note.
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Notebook
To
see a notebook or notepad in your dream represents things that you need to keep
track of and stay on top of. It may indicate emotions and issues that you have
overlooked in your waking hours. Consider the contents of the notebook.
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Pen
To
see a pen in your dream signifies self-expression and communication. Consider
also the phrase of how the pen is mightier than the sword.
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Pencil
To
see a pencil in your dream indicates that you are making a temporary impact in a
situation. It may also suggest that a relationship will not last long.
To
dream that you are sharpening a pencil suggests that you need to be more
flexible in your way of thinking. Listen to what others have to say; don't be so
quick to reject their views and opinions. Alternatively, to sharpen a pencil
means that you need to make your best offer in some business deal. Perhaps the
dream is trying to offer you some professional advice on how to close a deal.
To
dream that you have pencil lead stuck in your fingers implies that you need to
start putting your words into action.
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Popular
To dream that you
are popular signifies your desires to be liked and recognized. You want others
to look up to you. Alternatively, the dream represents your insecurities. You
are looking for some reaffirmation, encouragement and approval from others.
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Professor
To see a professor
in your dream symbolizes higher learning and wisdom. You will have prominence in
some field.
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Prom
To dream that you
are at a prom signals an end to something and the beginning of something else.
It refers to cycles and the passage of time. Alternatively, the dream may just
be about your anticipation of your own upcoming prom in real life.
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Report
Card
To see a report
card in your dream symbolizes how you are performing in various aspects of your
waking life. You may be questioning your job or your abilities. If you are still
in school, then the dream may represent your anxieties about your grades. Also
consider the significance of the specific letters or grades on the report card.
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Schedule
To see
a schedule in your dream suggests that you need better planning and organization
in your life. Lay out your agenda, your goals and what you want to accomplish.
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School
To
dream that you are in school signifies feelings of inadequacy and childhood
insecurities that have never been resolved. It may relate to anxieties about
your performance and abilities. If you are still in school and dream about
school, then the dream may just be a reflection of your daily life and has no
special significance.
Alternatively,
a dream that takes place in school may be a metaphor for the lessons that you
are learning from your waking life. You may be going through a
"spiritual learning" experience.
To
dream that you are looking for a school suggests that you need to expand your
knowledge and learning. To dream that you are at a new school means that you are
feeling out of place in some situation. Or perhaps there is a new lesson that
you need to learn.
To
dream that you are running away from school means that you are not being
receptive to new ideas and viewpoints. You have not learned from your past
mistakes.
To
dream that your childhood school is in ruins suggests that you are dwelling on
some unresolved childhood issue. Alternatively, the dream represents the passage
of time. You need to look toward the future instead of reliving the past.
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School
Bag
To
see or carry a school bag in your dream represents your hopes, desires, and
secrets. It may also be symbolic of the knowledge you have acquired over the
years. Alternatively, a school bag signifies the emotional baggage and
responsibilities that you are carrying around and weighing you down.
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School
Bus
To
see or ride a school bus in your dream suggests that you are about to venture on
an important life journey needed for your own personal growth.
To
dream that you drive a school bus indicates that you like to take charge of
others and watch out for their best interest.
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Score
To
see a game score in your dream symbolizes your successes or failures depending
if your team won or lost.
To
dream that you score signifies some sexual conquest.
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Scoreboard
To
see a scoreboard in your dream represents how you are doing in life and how you
compare to others. How are you measuring up? Consider the significance of
the specific numbers or digits on the scoreboard.
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Sorority
To dream that you
are in or join a sorority signifies personal growth and social changes that you
are experiencing in your life. You need to expand your awareness and knowledge.
The dream is also symbolic of the bounds of sisterhood and togetherness. If you
are in a sorority in your waking life, then the dream may just be a reflection
of the waking relationship and bear no special significance.
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Spelling
To dream that you
are spelling a word suggests that you are trying to understand a difficult idea
by breaking it down into smaller parts.
To dream that you
cannot spell indicates that you are having difficulties attacking a problem in
your life.
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Student
To dream that you
are a student indicates that you need better understanding of something. There
is some learning you need to do in order to get ahead in life. If you are a
student in real life, then the dream may just be a reflection of who you are and
bear no significance.
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Studying
To dream that you
are studying signifies that your intellect and knowledge will catapult you into
a path of success and wealth. Alternatively, studying indicates that you need to
study more or increase your self-knowledge.
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Teacher
To
see your teacher (past or present) in your dream suggests that you are seeking
some advice, guidance, or knowledge. You are heading into a new path in life and
are ready to learn by example or from a past experience. Consider your own
personal experiences with that particular teacher. What subject was taught?
Alternatively, a teacher relates to issues with authority and seeking approval.
You may be going through a situation in your waking life where you feel that you
are being treated like a student or in which you feel you are being put to a
test. Also pay attention to the demeanor and attitude of the teacher in
your dream. If the teacher in your dream is mean, then it implies that you may
be putting too much pressure on yourself to succeed.
To
dream that you are a teacher indicates that you are in a position of
disseminating your knowledge and wisdom to others. The dream may imply how
you are "teaching someone a lesson" and giving them a hard time about
something. If you are a teacher in real life, then the dream is just a
reflection of who you are and is about your work.
To
dream that you are having sex with a teacher implies that there are still things
you need to learn when it comes to sex.
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Test
To dream
that you are taking a test indicates that you are being put to the test or being
scrutinized in some way. If you fail the test, then it suggests that you are
feeling inadequate or insecure about some aspect of your waking life. If you ace
the test, then it means that you are prepared and ready for the task at hand.
There is also the notion that if you visualize success, than you will achieve
success. Thus, this dream may be a "practice exercise" for you to
visualize success in your real life. Alternatively, the dream may be a pun on
"feeling testy" and irritated.
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*Please see
Dream Moods' Common
Dreams: Exam.
Tutor
To dream that you
are a tutor suggests that you need to share and impart your knowledge on others.
Alternatively, the dream may also be a pun on "toot her". In other
words, you need to get the attention of some girl.
To see or have a
tutor in your dream indicates that you are seeking some personal advice or
guidance. There is something that you still need to learn.
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Valedictorian
To
dream that you are a valedictorian symbolizes your accomplishments and the high
goals you have set for yourself. You are reflecting back on your success.
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Writing
To dream that you
are writing signifies communication with someone or with your conscious mind.
Alternatively, writing refers to an error in judgment or a mistake that you have
made. The dream may also be a metaphor that you are "right" or that
your political views are right leaning.
To see ancient
writings in your dream suggests that there is something you need to learn and
understand from the past.
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Yearbook
To see your
yearbook in your dream represents the old friends or old flames that you have
lost touch with over the years. The dream may also serve to bring you back to a
time where you had less responsibilities and less worries. Consider if anybody
signed your yearbook and the messages written as it may provide some important
advice to follow.
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