READ THIS FIRST. The goal of this thread is to develop and share audio files that generate LDs when played during the night. The first 25 posts describe various experiments and difficulties in file sharing. After solving the file sharing problem, MP3 files are provided in subsequent posts that you can download and use. New files are posted every few days as the script is revised.

Two major directions have emerged. 1) Play a short audio file, typically 10 to 15 minutes, at normal volume after waking up from a dream as you return to sleep. 2) Loop an audio file continuously at low volume for most of the night. I myself prefer 1) but other people report that 2) works well but may require several days or weeks to be effective.

The preferred way of using these files is to set your alarm clock so you wake up after a few hours of sleep, then start the track and listen to the audio file as you return to sleep. Mentally repeat the essence of the script during the pauses. For example, repeat "I recognize the dream world" / "I realize I'm dreaming" / “I am conscious in this dream” etc. Be creative and don't just passively listen to the audio file and let your mind wander into oblivion. You can also visualize yourself being lucid in the dream you just woke up from.

The ZenVortex files are generated using a text-to-speech (TTS) program (TextAloud by NextUp.com using ATT’s Crystal voice) and are posted at www.yousendit.com for you to download. You can play them on your computer, or use an MP3 player, or burn them onto a CD. Please report your results and any suggestions either on this thread or PM me. Of course, you are welcome to create your own audio files and post them here too.