Hello, Philosophic! Welcome to DV! 
It sounds to me like you have already made some progress, even though you've just joined us, that's great! As for not working on the first try, the only time I got close to having a WILD was the first time I tried it, so trust me when I tell you there are no definite rules about this. Keeping a dream journal is really the best you can do, and I also recommend doing reality checks during the day.
I hope you have a good time here, it's a lovely place if you want to get advice, learn from others or if you want to share what you've accomplished! I suggest you start a workbook too, I find it very important to write down the things you've tried and what did and didn't work.
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