Lucid Dreaming : Techniques
The Spin TechniqueHow to Avoid Waking From Your Lucid DreamsSome people fear that they will be "trapped" in a lucid dream and never wake. In reality, most people find that they wake from the lucid dream state far too easily. This especially true when you're new to lucid dreaming; the sudden realisation "I've done it!" can shock you awake.
DelayThe spin technique is a widely used method to prevent lucid dreams from ending - or at least to delay the moment.If you feel yourself beginning to wake from a lucid dream, the spin technique is very simple to use. Just stand still, extend your arms, then start to spin on the spot. Start slowly then gradually speed up. As you see the world around you spinning and the colours flowing, think of the dream location you want to see when you stop. Then slowly stop spinning and with any luck you'll be back in lucidity. Why does this work? One hypothesis is that when a dream starts to fade the visual effect is very similar to spinning - colours and shapes start to run and mix. By spinning, you are incorporating this visual factor into the dream, making it part of the dream. That somehow persuades your brain to stay dreaming.
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