Hey, everyone.

Hey everyone out there, name's Chelsea. I just picked up LDing not too long ago (about a week). I know it takes some people a while to get started but I've noticed that I'll be running into problems, most likely. See, I easily can get things stuck in my head (songs, sayings, sounds, etc.) or I think about things that happened in the past (mostly bad things). I also find it hard to get myself relaxed, and it also takes me a while to fall asleep (example: I got to bed at 11 and I don't fall sleep until 12 or 12:30). During that time I tend to forget about what I wrote in my dream journal. :undecided:

So, I was wondering if any of you could give me some ideas on what I should do and even some ideas that I could try for a good first LD.


-Thanks, Envy.

Welcome to Dreamviews! :)

Some simple meditating exersises might help you get the songs/sounds etc unstuck and relax. Try to empty your mind, and think as little as possible. Don't get upset when a thought is forming in your head, just let it pass. Focus on something, like your breathing. When the song or sound is stuck, think of a random word, and use it as a distraction. Think of the word, television for example. Repeat it in your head to stop thinking of whatever thought is bothering you. I believe this is called a mantra, and it works well, at least for me. I know it sounds silly, but counting (sheep) might also help, at least with songs stuck on your mind. Chamomile tea has a relaxing effect, and might help you fall asleep faster.

:welcome: to DreamViews, Envy! You've got a good start on lucid dreaming!

How about trying one of our monthly tasks? I've got them in my sig.

(:doh: Thanks for reminding me, I need to fix the link for December.)

Envy, I'm glad you decided to join us!

You may also want to check out the Tutorials forum which contains information on the various lucid dreaming techniques and other helpful information: http://www.dreamviews.com/community/...splay.php?f=25.

You might want to review the Newbie Zone Guide for helpful information about this site: http://www.dreamviews.com/community/...ad.php?t=36723

If you should have any questions, please ask and we'll do our best to get you answers!

Welcome to Dream Views! :D