I remember having lucid dreams as a child where I had near complete control over my actions as well as imagery and atmosphere. Although there were times when I wouldn't have control, for instance if I were flying (floating?) high above my town be suddenly unable to stop a rapid descent which would ultimately result in a fearful and abrupt awakening. I would relish these experiences, even the "bad" ones where I'd fall.

Also of note is as a teenager while listening to music I could enter a "trance" where I could quite vividly imagine the concert in my mind.

As I got older the dreams became less and less frequent and eventually I wasn't even able to recall dreams at all. That's where I'm at now. I can't remember the last time I even recalled any kind of dream.

Given this state of affairs is it going to be difficult to impossible for me to start recalling dreams? From what I gather this is the first step to lucid dreaming. I must say I am fascinated by the idea of recapturing those lucid dreams of my childhood.

Any feedback would be much appreciated.

-anarchophila