Consciousness among our ancestors didn’t exist as it does today. It developed gradually and, initially, only during waking hours. However, with time, consciousness evolved enough to transcend these limits, and it spread into other states of being. This progression led to the phenomenon of lucid dreaming (often associated with the REM or rapid eye movement phase), in which people experience a sense of self beyond the body. Unlocking the world of lucid dreams means that you can achieve self-development and life improvement not just when you’re awake.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
When the Phenomenon First Came to Light
Some of the earliest indirect mentions of the lucid dreaming phenomenon can be found in the Bible and various ancient texts. It has been referred to by many names, such as:
- Near-death visions
- Sleep paralysis
- Realistic nightmares
- Spirit communication
- Alien abductions
In many teachings, mastering and controlling this phenomenon was regarded as a high achievement. Today, over half of the population has experienced some form of it. Moreover, thanks to scientific validation and evidence, it has become impossible to deny its existence since 1970.
Is It Possible to Enter a Lucid Dream?
Imagine that you could be asleep while simultaneously controlling everything around you. You could use your regular sleep time to learn new skills or undertake impossible journeys. You might travel not just to a nearby continent but to a whole new world in an entirely different galaxy.
Modern practices use different terms to refer to lucid dreams, such as:
- Out-of-body experiences
- Astral projection
- Sleep paralysis
In reality, it’s best to unify all these terms under the term “lucid dreaming” or “the phase state.” What does lucid dreaming look like? The physiology and unique features are identical across all practices, regardless of the terms you use.
You can enter a lucid dream deliberately not just to understand what’s happening but also to shape the environment, events, and actions around you. You’ll have control over both the visual elements and storyline of the dream. For example, you might pick up a violin and learn how to play it under the guidance of history’s greatest master and then bring that skill back to waking life. With practice, your transition into lucid dreams will become smoother, allowing you to gain even greater control over your dreams.
Reality or Imagination?
The advantages of lucid dreaming are based on the fact that you’re not just perceiving imaginary elements. In lucid dreams, you can:
- Experience sensations based on all five senses, often more intensely than in real life
- Transcend the boundaries set by your physical body
- Touch everything you see around you
- Examine and study every detail closely
- Move in various ways, including flying
- Taste food and sense its flavor vividly
During the REM phase, you enter a new world with sensations that are unlike anything experienced in human reality. For beginners, this can be shocking or even frightening. However, with regular practice, you’ll get used to it, accepting this new reality of consciousness, allowing you to explore more fulfilling ways to spend your dream time.
What You Can Do in a Lucid Dream
The only thing limiting your actions in a lucid dream is your imagination. In a lucid dream, you can:
- Travel across Earth
- Embark on cosmic adventures
- Visit any period in human or universal history
- See your loved ones, even those who have passed
- Interact with celebrities
- Develop creative skills
- Heal illnesses, even those without known cures
In essence, you can fulfill any desire and attain whatever may be lacking in your waking life.
If you think this is a difficult skill to learn, you’re mistaken. Instructions are available to help you to get your first results within just a few days of training. Various techniques have been refined over years of experimentation, with the most effective ones selected to help people master the art of lucid dreaming as quickly as possible. These techniques have been tested by thousands of volunteers who have shared their experiences and rated the complexity of each method.
Tip: Start with the simplest technique—the indirect method. You can then gradually increase the challenge level and eventually learn to enter a lucid dream at night or during the day without having to fall asleep first.
The benefits of lucid dreaming include not only enhancing your experience of reality but also allowing personal exploration in ways that make daily life richer and more meaningful.
Recommended Books on Lucid Dreaming
Recommended reading
Lucid Dreaming – Meditation and the Bon Tradition
