Some of the staff, and long-term DreamViews members, believe that a serious misunderstanding regarding Sleep Paralysis (SP) has become a huge stumbling block for new lucid dreamers. This misunderstanding centers on two things: First, SP has been incorrectly defined across the forums; second, a widespread belief, based on faulty definitions, that SP is a unique and threatening event that must be reached in order to WILD. Neither is true. Due to this widespread confusion, we’ve found ourselves answering more questions about SP than nearly anything else. This guide was written in response to that problem.


The main point we wish to make, is just this! Sleep paralysis may occur to some people while attempting a WILD, but is not a required part of the WILD experience. If you get it, we want you to know what you are experiencing; if you do not, don't worry about it, you can still learn to WILD with the best of them!