Quote Originally Posted by Tiktaalik View Post
I’m not aware of blinking being a reliable reality check. It sounds like some over complicated and nonsensical RC someone has made up somewhere. Is it based on the idea that we don’t blink in dreams? That’s likely because we don’t pay attention to our blinking in waking life so we don’t replicate the behaviour in dreams either. If you start paying attention to your blinking in waking life then not only will the habit drive you crazy but you’ll also find your dreams will most likely replicate the very real sensation of blinking as well meaning it won’t be a reliable RC. It’s always good to experiment but this sounds like a waste of time and effort when there’s much better and simpler RCs you could do.
I read about this technique somewhere else on this forum (don't know if I'm allowed to link to posts sorry) The OG thread mentions a guy named Shadowtech that achieved omnilucidity by applying this tech to both blinking and breathing. The point is to constantly monitor your breathing and blinking whether you are dreaming or not. When you no longer HAVE to breathe or blink (at least I don't have to in dreams), you know you are dreaming. What I'm confused about is what is meant by "monitor" your blinking and breathing. Is it criticality, awareness, or both?

I know the tech sounds overwhelming but it can't be as stressful as traditional ADA which requires constant focus on all sense minutiae. Also, it's possible that it gets easier with practice as it fades into the background of awareness.