Tiny Body

[Paradox-db3]

I tried doing a WILD a few nights ago from "cold", that is, at bedtime, not in the middle of the night when it's apparently supposed to be the easiest. Anyway, I lay on my back, hands folded across my abdomen, and I lay still and relaxed for about 30 minutes during which time I began to feel as though my body was getting "detached". I could feel my fingers interlocked, but most every other part was beginning to fade away. I can describe the feeling as though my body were tiny. I tied to keep my mind awake, by reminding myself that I will soon be dreaming. But my thoughts seemed too busy, and while my body was relaxed, my mind was fully awake. Anyway, the question I have is, does the "tiny body" feeling jive with the feelings of a WILD in progress? I never did achieve a lucid dream, and when I tried to move, my limbs were rubbery and hard to move.

[gab]

I think what happend you got really relaxed. But I would really not attempt WILDs without prior sleep. It's not that it's not as easy without sleep, but down right impossible. You will exhaust yourself and be disappointed. Here is a great WILD (sageous) tutorial. It's long, but worth every minute of your time. Another great time for LDs is morning nap, up to 3-4 hrs after you wake up. Some people have success even longer after you wake up in the morning.

[Paradox-db3]

Thanks! I'll look at the tutorial later today after work. I'm also working on DILDs and have had no success. My dreams seem to move at a high pace, and I never get the opportunity to do a RC before something changes and I'm back to square one. Dream incubation is another thing I've tried in conjunction with DILD. Shall do some more work, but it's not easy with a busy lifestyle, and little time for myself.

[gab]

have you tried daytime awareness and emotions? It should help you with DILDs. Collection of techniques for DILD. You could also join me at the Academy's DILD class. Happy dreams