Quote Originally Posted by ScarlettHayden View Post
I've never got to this point before =( This is why I've always failed. I can never seem to stabilize it. I tried the spinning technique that I read about, but I still awoke into a false awakening. Am I doing it wrong?

But what you said about not focusing on your body sensations, that was immensely helpful when I tried (and failed) this morning, thank you.
Great to hear it helped! And as for stabilization, check this very good thread out: http://www.dreamviews.com/attaining-...-tutorial.html

I suggest doing reality checks everytime you wake up, no matter where you are. This can really help catch false awakenings in the future. Don't be sad about failing, it's only when you fail that you further understand what to do next time, and how exactly your body and mind work and how to work around it.


Whilst I thought this was probably already true, the only thing is, I'm never really completely conscious during the transition. I only seem to realize what's been happening if I jerk awake. Otherwise I just fall asleep with no memory of it upon waking.

Are you supposed to be completely conscious during the whole thing? Or are you supposed to just let yourself drift asleep normally just with the intent in your mind that you're going to stay focused on the imagery in front of you? If I concentrate on my breathing or use a mantra there's gaps where I forget to concentrate. It's like my awareness flickers on and off until I'm completely gone. Is that supposed to happen?

Sorry for all the questions!
No worries about the questions, it's what we're here for!

And yes, if you are WILDing, you are supposed to be conscious during the whole thing. And by conscious, I mean that you are aware of being awake, and not conscious OF the sensations (since you are to focus on the imagery). And it's completely normal to start drifting off, especially when doing a mantra. It's just your mind starting to sleep along with your body. This is why WILD is considered difficult by most people, it's very challenging to keep yourself mentally awake. When you notice yourself drifting off, start doing your mantras again. Don't worry that you drifted off a but, it's normal. Just focus on retaining that awareness and keep yourself from drifting off completely.