Quote Originally Posted by LifeGoneWild View Post
I phrased your words wrong in my original post..
I read most of your famous posts and followed them! After I gave up on ADA, I decided to stick to achieving the mindfulness state you described, but it didn't change anything.
You need more time, and perhaps more consistent and right effort. Read the Tibetan dream yoga literature, they also give detailed troubleshooting advice. Focus on really paying attention to all your experiences, reflecting upon them, and recalling them, both waking and dreaming experiences. Do this consistently with strong intent and desire to be present in all your experiences, and both your waking and your dreaming experiences will transform considerably.

With little dream recall this indicates your mind is not in the right place while in bed. You mentioned stress, that's a dream killer -- learn to manage it, I'm sure that will help. If you have a sincere desire to experience your dreams (and all experiences) vividly, I'm sure you'll get there!

I don't recall seeing your DILD workbook in the DVA. Come on over to the DILD class and open up a workbook, and fogelbise and I (co-teachers of the DILD class) will give you detailed feedback on your practice and progress. It's a great way to stay motivated as well! Hope to see you there soon!