Last night I was sort of trying the reverse-blinking technique. I would start to fall asleep, but then I would wake up and be afraid that I'd be having a FA. So I kept looking at my hand and counting my fingers. (I sleep with the TV on--long story to that.)

Anyway, once I had a FA and had a very VERY quick LD, but the shock that it worked (I counted my fingers and there were six) woke me right up.

I was wondering if others could test this out who maybe have had trouble with reverse blinking. I think the constant RC while falling into sleep induces you into a somewhat immediate RC upon falling asleep. Here are the step-by-steps if you haven't gathered from my post:
  • 1. Relax in bed, making sure that there's enough light in the room to be able to look at your hand adequately.
    2. Keep your hand somewhat near your face so that it's easy to look at without having to move it *too* much. (I moved my hand up to my face every time, but it may be easier if you can get in a position where you don't need to as much).
    3. Count your fingers, making sure there are five (or.. you know, the proper amount for your hand if your hand is disfigured in some way....).
    4. Every two to three minutes or so, open your eyes and again count the number of fingers on your hand.

Please let me know if this works for anyone.

Thank you!