I was getting ready to take a test, so I kept studying for as much as I could. The day of exam comes and I find myself being able to check how much of the answers I got correct. Turned out it was about 47% and I was embarrassed. I did terrible. I changed an answer to a correct one and realized I can cheat if I'm careful. I realized this and could not follow through. I walked out. I went to hang out somewhere else and randomly out of nowhere, there was a demonic looking mid-sized dog. It was barking and chasing after me. To my surprise, I was unafraid. It got closer still barking. It never lunged at more nor did it try to bite me. It calmed down and i was able to pet it. It had a weird texture to it. I also saw my brother around there and some random friend of his I never met.
This dream may reflect your feelings of pressure and inadequacy in a challenging situation, represented by the test in the dream. The anxiety of only scoring 47% and the urge to cheat could symbolize a fear of failure or incompetence in a real-life situation. The internal conflict between wanting to cheat and ultimately choosing not to suggests a moral dilemma or inner struggle regarding integrity and honesty.
Encountering the demonic-looking dog may represent your fears or unresolved issues manifesting in a symbolic form. Despite its threatening appearance, you were unafraid, indicating a sense of inner strength or resilience in facing your fears. The ability to eventually calm and pet the dog suggests a desire to confront and understand these fears rather than avoiding them.
Seeing your brother and his friend could symbolize your relationships and social connections playing a role in your experiences and emotional state. Overall, this dream may be reflecting your anxieties, inner conflicts, and the need to address and overcome your fears and challenges with honesty and integrity.