War 
To dream of war is your subconscious telling you that your life is in disarray. You are surrounded by chaos. This is especially true of internal conflict. If you have unresolved issues and cannot find balance between the different parts of your psyche, the war dream will be quite prevalent. It is also likely that the war dream is an indication that you are too violent in your waking life.
Duel
To dream that you are in a duel suggests the internal strife that you should resolve to create some measure of balance. Nothing is truly right or wrong.
Contest
To dream that you enter or are in a contest implies that you are seeking recognition and acceptance. You want to justify your value and merit to others. If you win the contest, then it indicates that you are arrogant and sure of yourself. You truly believe that you will succeed. If you lose the contest, then it means that you are feeling inferior and unable to accomplish your goals. You need to use your full potential in order to be successful.
Jousting
Jousting in a dream represents a conflict within yourself. The matching pair of horsemen riding against each other indicate that there are mirrored aspects of your personality which are struggling for dominance. Jousting may also represent a conflict with someone in your daily life. This person is someone that you feel a strong kinship with or in whom you see many similar personality traits to your own.
Tug Of War
To dream that you are playing tug of war suggests that you need to find a balance among the many aspects of your life. Learn to manage your time.
Competition
To dream that you are in a competition suggests that you should broaden your horizons and try something new. It is important to possess more determination, drive, and stamina. Voice your opinions and express your emotions with more confidence.
To dream that you win a competition indicates that you have the ability to achieve your desired objectives or resolve a troubling issue.
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