Old poster returning

I used to browse this forum when I was younger, but I my interest declined in lucid dreaming. But after being diagnosed with PTSD and having chronic nightmares and coupled by the fact that I noticed that because I was more mindful as a result of my lucid dream practice I was happier, I decided I would return to lucid dreaming. I recently browsed the /r/luciddreaming forum on reddit, but it is more beginner oriented and unsatisfactory. Sooo.. yeah. I'm mainly lucid dreaming for mental health reasons and to learn more about myself. I kind of lost interest in dream control and am more attempting to learn about and gain discipline over my mind.

Glad to be back!

hello and welcome back to Dreamviews! I too returned after a long break about a month ago. It doesn't take long to get back into it so enjoy your lucids! I to find myself happier when I am lucid dreaming. I think it is because of the self awarness that comes along with it. Well, that and the obvious wish fulfilment aspect. haha

:welcome: back, jabre! I remember you. Sorry to hear that PTSD brought you back here. But lots of youngsters start lucid dreaming to get over their nightmares, or at least realize what they are.

I know you say you are not interested in dream control. But just so you know, I have heard that you can change your nightmares. If you have a recurring dream or a theme, you can visualize a different, happier end during day. Then when in a dream, you may be able to do the same. I know that PTSD is a response to some real life events, so not sure if this is even doable, but maybe something to think of.

Good luck and let us know if we can help.

Welcome Jabre :) and welcome back :welcome:

Will be nice to see you around and wishing you fruitful adventures in your dream land:okbyenow: