Thread: Length Of Lucid Dreaming

Originally Posted by baby faced assassin

Has lding had a positive impact on any of you guys' in the "real" world. I mean, has it had any life changing /profound effects on any of you or is it just real cool n lots of fun. Because i have read that you can learn more about yourself through this which i would like to do if possible or is that just bull but you can do stuff like fly which you cant do in the "real" so thats good enough. (which i would DEF like to do also)

I do really believe that lucid dreaming has had a positive impact on my life. I think the initial "base" effects were somewhat intangible in nature but they manifest themselves in very real, observable ways.

Some benefits I've noticed are an improved sense of well-being and self-confidence. Honestly, I've always been self-confident - because I seem to have far more skills than just about anyone I've known (I know that sounds narcissistic) - but there are things about me that really challenge my will and ability to fulfill my life's dreams. LDing reminds me of the ambition I once possessed. It reminds me that if I apply myself, I can accomplish things that most of the world's population doesn't even know exists. I derive a certain amount of pride and joy from that.

It's also possible to "practice" and hone real-world skills in LDs, though I must confess that I myself have not exploited that much. You can fulfill wishes. Plus, I always awaken from LDs with a good feeling and attitude that lasts throughout the day. And, as I like to point out, attitude is very important in everything you do in life. It can make or break you.

All in all, the benefits of lucid dreaming - for me at least - are more of a philosophical and mental thing and somewhat hard to properly convey with words. But, there is absolutely positive aspects to LDing that carry over into the real world.

been away for a couple of days now still no luck. doing a bit of reading before i nod off. I know there is no average time before you learn to ld and everyone is different but i have quite an imagination so i thought it would have happened by now. (just getting impatient i guess)

i believe the secret is in the awareness. I find trying quite tiring after a while,is there such a thing as trying to hard to ld( a bit like meditating), is mental stamina something i need to build on

also Can anyone tell me what makes a good lucid dreamer??