Big big welcome to DreamViews!

When it comes to reality checks, OpheliaBlue is right. They're not the most important thing. Still, though, it can never hurt to try and improve your skills, right? You might have better luck remembering them if you create your own RC. For example, I always visualize one of those "green Mario pipes" are right behind me. If I turn around and they are then I know that I'm dreaming and all I have to do is jump into them. They'll take me to wherever I want.

Good luck!