Hi Dandalf Welcome to the forum!

You're on the right track, reading through the tutorials and starting a dream journal. Your DJ will help your recall, and will also help you recognize common dreamsigns, which will help you become more aware of when you are dreaming.

To answer your question about recall, you don't HAVE to have good recall to have an LD - in fact, I'm sure you've already had LDs but just haven't remembered them. And, let's face it, what's the point of having an LD if you can't remember it, right? That is why dream recall is so important. Keep up with your DJ and give the dream recall tutorial a read ify ou haven't already. Also, there is a portion of the forum designated for recall questions, so make sure you browse through there for ideas and tips as well. Make good use of the search function.

Please let us know if you have any other questions. Good luck and have fun!