now here's a question...

[proxide]

Would smoking a ciggarette right before trying to LD hinder my chances for LD? I ask just because of the nicotine that would be in my body.

[legonut4]

that probably woudlnt be good for recall

[Barbizzle]

If anything, it might help. The nicotine in your body will form a habbit with your mind. If you are used to smoking before dreaming, your body will associate the two together and dreaming will be reinforced with your nightly routine. Also, the nicotine levels could keep you slightly more aware and on the edge when you are falling asleep so you can stay consious as you transition into your dreams. See how it works for you, if it helps, keep doing it, if not just stop it. Let me know how it goes

[Mezzanine]

I just want to mention that I quit smoking a year ago and my dream recall has been muy bueno since then. buuuttt.... Barbizzle's theory does make sense. I dunno. call me crazy, but I'm glad I quit smoking.

[Barbizzle]

as I often say, Just do whatever works. We are all different and somethings work better for some of us then others

[Mortalis]

I agree with Barbizzle that associating a pleasant activity with dreaming may help..now whether smoking is the best option, well I won't judge you!

[ninja9578]

nicotine is a stimulant so it probably hinder you.

[rvdork]

I agree with Barbizzle that associating a pleasant activity with dreaming may help..now whether smoking is the best option, well I won't judge you! Agreed.