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**strinky** · 11-20-2007 07:58 AM

Hi, I'm Brittany, and am quite pleased to have found this forum. My primary interests are writing and literature, but I've long been fascinated with psychology and especially what the brain does during sleep. I've kept a written dream journal for several years but was only recently introduced to the idea of lucid dreaming. I purchased Stephen LaBerge's book Exploring the World of Lucid Dreaming and have begun to integrate a few of his techniques. No lucid dreams yet, but it's only been a few days and I'm very optimistic.

Like I said, this board is a Godsend. I did a Google search for "lucid dreaming forum," expecting to find perhaps a handful of scattered groups. It's nice to see that there's a place with plenty of knowledgeable, experienced folks interested in the dreamworld. I hope to learn what I can from those here and contribute something meaningful wherever possible.

**Pride** · 11-20-2007 09:43 AM

Welcome to DV Brittany

Wait till you have your first lucid dream, its magical Xd

Btw, it takes time so dont give up
trust me its worth it

**13redfan** · 11-20-2007 11:37 AM

Hey Brittany, welcome!

What do you write? Do get ideas from your dreams?

I see you've got "the bible", there are plenty of other tutorials on the site as well, if you're stuck go check them out!

See ya round

**Adam** · 11-20-2007 12:04 PM

hey, welcome! There are plenty of very experienced members here, so if you have any questions please shout

Enjoy your stay.
Adam.

**rookybeats** · 11-20-2007 01:35 PM

!

I'm new too, this place is great, enjoy!

**Jemo** · 11-20-2007 02:39 PM

im new too !

Welcome

**Lucidbulbs** · 11-20-2007 02:50 PM

Welcome Brittany!

I'm sure you'll love it here; need any questions answered then don't be afraid to post! It's so friendly here, I love it

I can't wait to hear of your first lucid dream

**strinky** · 11-20-2007 05:53 PM

Originally Posted by 13redfan

What do you write? Do get ideas from your dreams?

Ah, I'm all over the place with what I write. Historical fiction, fantasy, "literary," non-fiction . . . And yes, dreams do help with the occasional writer's block.

I think lucid dreaming will be even more productive to writing, as I'll be able to play out my plots and such. That would be an ideal level of control for me.

Thank you for the welcome, everyone. I've been surfing around the threads and reading the tutorials and can't wait to dive in. Just last night, I remember dreaming and thinking, "There was something I was supposed to keep asking myself. Hmm . . . " but shrugged it off and rode away on a horse with Sir Guy from BBC's Robin Hood. So close!

**Ronstek** · 11-20-2007 11:30 PM

Hello Strinky and a BIG WELCOME from the biggest, oldest and most gutless Dreamviews member. (I got the trifecta)

Having a LD is the most amazing and incredible experience you will possible ever have and if you can reach your desired level of control, your writing will take on a new dimension.

Hints. Start with the basic skills of dream recall (starting a journal) and doing reality checks and making them a habit.
Dont try to become lucid, it should come to you with the developing skills. Frustration and anxiety will inhibit your ability to become lucid.

Best wishes and again, Welcome.

**AmazeO XD** · 11-21-2007 05:25 AM

Welcome to DV.

The first lucid you will have will be great, trust me. Lucid Dreaming is also an excellent hobby to have. I mean, what other hobby do you involuntarily do EVERY night

Have fun!

-Matt

**ExoByte** · 11-21-2007 05:42 AM

Seems like you've already gotten an amazing set of Welcomes here, so I'm just gonna jump on board and give my welcome

As well as extend a helping hand! (Though it seems you've already got a great understanding of things!)

If you need anything, drop a PM to myself or one of the other Dream Guides (Green Names) or any member willing to help for that matter, or even ask around on the boards when you're ready, its what they're here for after all!

We'll do our best to help ya out if you need it!

**peppy** · 11-23-2007 11:27 AM

to the forum!

**Namaste** · 11-23-2007 12:03 PM

Welcome

I am sure you will enjoy DV, so much to read and learn here!

I am sure you will get your first LD shortly - Have Fun

**Oneironaut Zero** · 11-23-2007 03:19 PM

Welcome to DV, Strinky.

Everybody seems to have already covered the basics, and you've done the right thing by picking up a copy of EtWoLD, so I'm sure you'll do just fine. If you have any questions, at any time, just ask around.

Enjoy your stay!

**strinky** · 11-24-2007 04:32 AM

Thanks again everyone! Now I'm just counting down the days until I've been a member for two weeks, so I can apply for adoption. It looks like a really nice system for growing in one's LD abilities.