Disregard this man. You were experiencing the early onset of SP.

And yes, you can indeed move to get out of SP. Its effects rapidly dissolve if you try to move, or even open your eyes. Your brain isn't stupid...it will let you move if you really want to.
With regards to laying on your arm...I would recommend trying to enter SP without doing that a few times first, just to get a feel for it. You'll be better prepared for future attempts if you know what to expect...I personally find my numbing sensation disturbing, but I've been getting closer to SP by coping with it gradually. Since SP is quite personal, knowing what to expect from it can be of advantage.

You might also want to try out a different anchor if you find that laying on your arm is too painful/distracting. A fan or AC unit running in the background supplies a nice amount of white noise that you can focus on and use to your advantage.
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