**First off, I apoligize to the moderators if I am posting this in the wrong forum.**

In the last few days, I have attempted to go from a relaxed / meditative state into a lucid dream. While I have yet to be successful, I have noticed a few patterns.

Methods:
I am using an audio file I found on this forum (can't pull it up right now to find the exact name as I bookmarked it on another computer) that is ostensibly a file designed to guide one into a relaxed state and then through to lucidity.

Results:
While I have yet to obtain lucidity, I have noticed that about 15-25 seconds after I finish the relaxation, my eyes either a) begin to dart back and fourth quickly (as if I am in REM sleep) or b) cross and look up. (I should also mention that my breathing becomes deep and rythmic during these tiems also.) I almost feel like my mind is aware but my brain is preparing to go into REM Sleep. Although I am not actively seing things at these times, I get a sensation of 3-D vision. (best I can drescribe it)

Questions:
Has anyone here had similar experiences?
Does anyone have any thoughts or advice on how I might get to the next level?

Thanks.