Okay, so for about 2 years now I've know about lucid dreaming, but I've never actually had one. Three days ago I finally decided to give it a try. I would pinch myself, question myself if I'm dreaming, and hold my nose and breathe every 20 minutes or so. At daytime I'm perfectly happy and fearless of lucid dreaming, but when I get into bed, turn the lights off and try to get to sleep, my heart suddenly starts beating much faster. All I can think about is having a scary SP or end up having a nightmare.

I'm going to give it another try tonight, but I know as soon as it gets quiet and dark I'll freak out again. Has anyone else had this? I really would like stop having this.