The first step for aspiring oneironauts is to let your mind know that your dreams do matter.
What are the benefits of lucid dreaming?
Why even bother with lucid dreaming?
First and foremost, lucid dreaming is fun.
My first lucid dream occurred when I was a teenager.
Suddenly, everything stopped and became more vivid.
If Im dreaming, then I can fly.
I felt my feet leave the ground and I hovered gently above the dream friend.
I can go anywhere!
I thought as the exhilaration of flight pushed me higher and higher.
Soon I was in the clouds planning to see the world from the comfort of my bed.
The dream didnt last much longer, as I couldnt maintain my lucidity, but I woke up ecstatic.
It was the most fun Id ever had sleeping and I couldnt wait to do it again.
But lucid dreams can provide other opportunities as well, if youre willing to put in the legwork.
Dreams can also be a place to practice real-life activities.
If youre a creative throw in, lucid dreams can be an endless source of artistic inspiration.
The dream world is your canvas and you’ve got the option to create anything in it.
Lastly, dreams are a safe place to experiment and overcome anxiety.
What are the risks of lucid dreaming?
This kind of sleep paralysis is uncommon, but its definitely a possibility while experimenting with lucid dreams.
One of the best perks of lucid dreams can also be one of the worst pitfalls: realistic feelings.
Fear, sadness, and pain are all possible in a lucid dream too.
And no,you dont die in real life if you die in a dream.
Trust me, Ive died many times in my dreams.
But those arentthatdifferent from normal dreamstheyre just more vivid.
You must learn how to stand before you’re able to walk.
Your brain usually tries to forget your dreams automatically.
It should be easy to grab and use immediately.
you’re gonna wanna be able to reach over, grab, and write.
Also, dont use your phone for this.
Orif you have artistic skills and can draw them out, thats even better.
Without consistent, restful sleep, lucid dreaming will be almost impossible.
You dont get stronger by spending less time in the gym.
Additionally,dont keep your alarm clock too far away from your bed.
If possible, go to bed early and make a run at wake up without an alarm.
Oh, did you want to hold onto this?
Okay, oneironauts: Sleep tight and dream on.
