...and I've only recently decided to pursue lucid dreaming. i have, throughout my life; had quite a few LD's, however, most of these have resulted from horrific nightmares, and equated to little more than me clawing at my eyes until i wake up. As such, i haven't really had much experience with lucidity, and my dream recollection is quite poor. (i have started a journal, but i can't really write much in it without remembering my dreams)

Is this something that will come naturally through much time and practice, or is there a possibility of me (ever the impatient one) somehow increasing my recollection through some kind of changes to my lifestyle, and routine?

cheers,