Lucy,
I have implemented the changes that we had previously discussed. Let's do a quick recap shall we?


Reality check several times a day (the reality check of my choice is levitation, this has worked very well with my successful LDs) meh...somewhat. When I am at work I tend to get so caught up in my work that by the time I remember to do a RC, the day is practically over.

Stay excited, plan, and/or think about what I plan on doing in my lucid dreaming all day YES

I am getting at least eight hours of sleep. YES

I have always exercised at least 45 min- 60 min every day. Not everyday...maybe every other day, but I am still happy with this goal

Go over mantras before I fall asleep ("I lucid dream" "I recognize I'm dreaming")YES

Attempted WBTB in a different area last night so partner will not disturb my attempt (my 'lucid hide out' which is the couch or recliner) Okay, this one I definitely have been slacking. I have not been going to my 'hideout' because lately my husband has been leaving for work earlier and I have the bed to myself. I only go to my 'hideout' if I am sharing the bed during my WBTB with my husband. I have been pushing my WBTB later, so I can time it to when everyone has gone to work/school and I am alone for a little while in the morning before I have to go to work. When I do this, I still try not to sleep no more than 6 hours before attempting a WBTB

WBTB routine includes waking up after 5 hours of sleep, staying up for 10 min., then attempt to WILD. Modified...I am now trying to stay up a little longer with my WBTB...now I am going to track each WBTB to see exactly how long I need to stay awake for optimal lucidity. Tonight, my goal is to do a WBTB and stay up for at least 45 minutes and then work my way down from there.

WILD routine includes getting rid of mental chatter, wait for dream to start, and jump in. This is were I am failing miserably! I either end up falling asleep after 15 minutes or end up being to awake and can't go back to sleep. Please see above.

So let's see what happens with these changes...I am doing very well with my recall and I am always pleased with that. I need to note that I have not been able to meditate for the last couple of months and this really played a huge part in me attaining lucidity. I really need to start back meditating, but with my screwed up hours at work, it is hard to find an appropriate time. I do miss my 'me time' terribly!