I've been ill lately and using Vix VapoRub, a strong minty Eucalyptus balm, to open up my snot-blocked nose and get some better sleep.
I couldn't help but notice how penetrant the Smell was.

Instead of focussing on the body, the breath, your imagination...etc I thought:

Could it be possible to focus your attention on a Smell and use that to stay aware and wakefull during sleep and dreams? Now Vix vaporub is an extremely penetrant smell. I'm still rather ill so that will affect my Dreaming. But are there any people interrested in trying to sleep with a little Vix Vaporub balm under their nose to see if it is easier to focus your attention on the rather ''present'' smell whilst falling asleep? Let me know.

Anyone?