Sleep paralysis question.

**Pethrem** · 10-12-2013 06:27 PM

When you're in SP, are you awake or asleep? The actual paralysis is the projection of your dream or it really happens?

I'm asking this because when I'm in SP I can move my hands to perform reality checks, and I realize that I'm dreaming but the rest of my body is heavy and numb.

**LucasPotter** · 10-12-2013 08:05 PM

Hi, Pethrem!

I believe what you're talking about is REM Atonia, here's a quote from the post I linked:

People are experiencing awareness during sleep of a normal nightly process. It may feel like you are not connected to your body and many people describe it as a heavy-blanket feeling. It may feel like you are on narcotics.

I do suggest you read the whole thread, as they explain everything very well!