Practising Lucid Dreaming As A Method Of Exercising Control Over The Subconscious
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Mastering Lucid Dreaming: Harnessing Control Over the Subconscious
Summary
To fully leverage the Law of Attraction, as popularized by The Secret, one must gain mastery over both the conscious and subconscious mind. Although many believe dreams are beyond their control, substantial evidence suggests otherwise. Gaining influence over your dreams could be a crucial step in manifesting your deepest intentions.
Understanding Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming, the art of becoming aware that you're dreaming and directing those dreams, was named in 1910 by Dutch psychiatrist Frederik Van Eeden. This fascinating phenomenon traces back to ancient literature, including the 5th-century accounts of Gennadius, relayed to St. Augustine.
Throughout history, lucid dreaming has been linked to spiritual experiences. Major religions once viewed it as a mark of spiritual prowess. From the 8th century, Buddhist monks considered dream control integral to enlightenment. While early Christianity embraced it, the practice became suspect in medieval Europe.
The Power of Lucid Dreams
Interacting consciously with your own subconscious is a powerful skill. It allows you to tap into vast reserves of memory and creativity. By mastering dream control, you can transform negativity into optimism. Just like training your conscious mind, you can train your dream world too.
Many people have unintentionally awakened from bad dreams or recognized nightmares as mere figments. However, fewer realize they can shape their dream narratives intentionally. With dedication, anyone can learn this skill, similar to banishing negative thoughts in waking life.
Steps to Achieving Lucid Dreams
Firstly, dream recall is essential. Stopping certain medications might help, as they can interfere with your mind's natural processes. Always consult a physician before adjusting any medication.
Next, as you drift to sleep, command yourself to remember your dreams. This simple act often yields results within a few weeks, akin to the Law of Attraction's principles?"drawing dreams to you as you might attract other desires.
Keeping a dream journal is invaluable. It not only records progress but also enhances recall, reinforcing your ability to remember entire dreams upon waking.
Realizing You're Dreaming
Once you're dreaming and remembering them, the next step is recognizing you're dreaming. Carlos Castaneda famously used the image of his hands as a trigger to achieve conscious awareness in dreams. With practice, this technique can alert your conscious mind to its dreaming state.
Initially, realizing you’re dreaming can be so exhilarating that it may wake you up. However, sustaining this state allows complete or near-complete control over the dream narrative.
The Enhanced Dream Experience
Upon mastering lucid dreaming, experiences become more vivid and rich. Colors intensify, sounds become sweeter, and sensations of taste and smell become hyper-realistic. This heightened state can facilitate deeper meditation and prayer as you gain control over your subconscious.
Lucid dreaming helps maintain a focus on positive thoughts and constructive goals, potentially refining what genuinely makes you happy. Embracing lucid dreaming can be an enjoyable journey toward mastering the mental focus central to the Law of Attraction.
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By YuShan, 2007
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