Noonchild, welcome to DV .

In response to your question, this happens to me regularly. I have deja vu, on average, about once a day, and at least once every few weeks, I have deja vu where I recall a dream which happens months, possibly years ago. And I always remember that what happened in the dream is exactly what happened in real life at the time of deja vu.

As I see it, there are three possibilities. First, the memory of the dream may not be real, but just a trick of the mind. Second, the dream is real, and it demonstrated precognition abilities. Third, the dream is real, but the similarities are merely coincidences.

Going back to your post, you're absolutely right. Perseverance is the key; self confidence, hard work and patience are what make it up, and all theses are very important for lucid dreaming.

If you've got any other questions, feel free to post or send me a PM!

ShockWave.