Ahhhh... Progress!

Well, I tried it last night, and it seemed like counting down really helped me stay conscious. I started feeling my limbs tingle and get heavy, but also like they were floating. I could here the voices in my head, which seemed like they were simply part of my conscience, yet being voiced by the voices of the people in the near past of my waking day. Wierd. I eventually lost consciousness during because I tried for so long and was getting annoyed, and fell asleep and a regular sleep without lucidity. However, I had very good recall the next morning. I wonder if SP affects recall or if it was just a coincidence?

I had two problems:
1. When the uncomfortable feeling started kicking in, I would successfully resist it, but my damn foot kept spasming! 3 times my foot spasmed, and would send me levels back, so I'd have to start over. I just switched positions, and it seemed to help, but I have no idea what was causing the spasms.
2. Each time my limbs would get heavy, my heart would start beating fast, and my breathing rate increased. It caused me to lose concentration, and sent me levels up. I need a way to stay calm. Maybe just experience will provide that.

Overall, I probably attempted SP 5-6 times last night. Thanks for the advice though it really helped! I'll try again tonight.