Hey T, great to hear from you!

I am going to try and think of a way to increase my motivation when I wake to do my wbtb's, as this should increase my awareness. I have gotten to the point I am just goin though the motions too much and just wake and then crash back into a deep unaware sleep
Yes, it can be quite difficult to wbtb and try to ld especially if you are extra sleepy. Sometimes the bedsheets feel so comfortable. I constantly need to set new goals for my lds otherwise it's almost like I have no will to ld. Ah, maybe this is a hidden form of lazyness?

Previously my awareness was boosted by the novelity of my tech with the vibe nites and the risk I was going to wake my wife increasing anxiety and awareness, but with this becoming routine I find myself just slipping into deeper sleep quickly....any thoughts Nyxcc? I tried a couple of wacky ones (9VOLT battery to tongue, smelling salts). I am almost certain awareness (as in lighter sleep) is the key......
Do you think that deeper sleep is only due to desensitization and not just you possibly needing more sleep? If you feel like you need an extra rest, then go for it. 9Volt battery on tongue? That sounds scary! For alternatives you may try a cold shower (best avoid head and heart area), legs would be easy (if you're able to escape the bed that is!), a short cold shower may stimulate neuron activity, leaving you more refreshed. Also, daily meditation may help improve focus and awareness even at night. The more benefits would of course come if practiced consistently. Finally, the other thing you may try every once in a while would be light supps (as not to mess up sleep). Depending on the effect, you may experiement with pre bed or wbtb supps like Gingko or lecithin. These enhance dream vividness and recall and may result in somewhat lighter sleep.