Gained Lucidity, Then Lost Lucidity

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@alixboblix

The zombie to sky bottles dream was different in one way, I actually got frustrated I could not think of anything to dream about/change the environment to. Which really makes me laugh because I am indecisive and fussy in nature.

I guess when you can do anything it can be pretty difficult to pick.

@alixboblix

I have not thought about this. When lucid dreaming, the goal is to control everything?

Not really—once you’ve realized you’re dreaming, the goal is up to you!

@alixboblix

Do you ever think about sleep paralysis or have to experience it?

I’ve experienced it a number of times! It’s never been scary for me or anything. It’s not that hard to get out of—if I’ve really wanted to get out of it, I’ve just tried really hard to move and in a few seconds I’ve always been able to. Also, maybe more significantly, it’s really helpful if you’re trying to perform WILD. You’re so close to dreaming when you’re in SP that you can enter a dream in seconds sometimes.

@alixboblix

This is a great tip, I have been going back through my dream book and found real distinct patterns. I hope to use them to recognize when I am in a dream

Thanks! It’s a pretty common technique so definitely not my idea or anything. You might find this helpful if you haven’t read about reality checks before. You can also design MILD mantras around your dream signs to help yourself notice them (like, “If I see zombies, I’ll know I’m dreaming.”).