Thread: Too Complicated

It seems the tutorials get to be too complicated when they start using abreviations. I tried to look at a list of the abbrieviations but it was so long. Could someone please just give me a simple way to attempt to become lucid. Just a step by step process that sometimes works for you.

I wouldn't start with going into the complex stuff yet.

First you want to remember your dreams, since there's no point in LDings if you can't remember them. Then, do "reality checks" (look at your hands, pinch your nose, etc. to check if you're dreaming) in real life to make sure you aren't dreaming (it's pretty obvious you aren't, but it makes you do it when you're dreaming too).

That's where you want to start.

The tutorials are the way to go.

The first step is training your mind. Keep a dream journal. After you have trained yourself to wake up after every dream and record it, you are ready to continue.

Originally Posted by Dash

I wouldn't start with going into the complex stuff yet.

First you want to remember your dreams, since there's no point in LDings if you can't remember them. Then, do "reality checks" (look at your hands, pinch your nose, etc. to check if you're dreaming) in real life to make sure you aren't dreaming (it's pretty obvious you aren't, but it makes you do it when you're dreaming too).

That's where you want to start.

To add onto this; It's best if you increase your recall until you can remember at least one dream per night. It sounds hard, but it really isn't.

When you do start to use a technique, I recommend to choose one that fits your sleep schedule and your sleeping habits. Or just do what everyone else does and choose one that interests you. (That's always fun. )

EDIT: Also, like Jurence said, keep a DJ. It also helps (and is also fun), to reread previous dreams. This also helps you find a dream sign or two.