Becoming Hypnagogic and Remaining Lucid
Posted on December 30, 2007
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I have been gaining more lucidity during the hypnagogic state recently. And that brings with it some very interesting observations. Whilst hypnagogic, I have managed to achieve some interaction with sub-conscious thought.
The conscious mind and sub-conscious mind seem to have a fascinating interplay with each other. Whilst lucid in the hypnagogic state it is – in essence – possible to have a ‘conversation’ between the conscious mind and the sub-conscious mind. However the degree of direction you have over that conversation is proportional to just how lucid you are.
One problem I have encountered is that – as with dreaming – recollection of hypagogic states can be difficult at best. Taking a recent occurrence, I was in a deep meditative state which became hynagogic. At which point I semi-consciously entered into a conversation in my mind. However later recollection of the content of that conversation is impossible, yet the memory of the voice remains very clear.
The feeling is much like those dreams which you cannot fully recall, yet a ghost memory of them exists ever so slightly out of your reach. I am sure you have experienced this many times.
For reference the hypnagogic state becomes easier to enter with the following methods:
• Attempt to cease all conscious thinking, and simply let your thoughts flow. Everyday thinking tends to occur around the area at the front-top of the head. Relax these thoughts, and you will notice a more subtle form of non-verbal thinking occurring around the back of the head. Focus on that.
• Relax the body and lay in a comfortable position.
• Warmth is usually preferable. However, sometimes keeping a part of your body cold – such as your arms – stops you drifting completely off to sleep and increases the likely hood of becoming hypnagogic.
• Listening to quiet, soothing or tranquil music can help. Avoid anything with a heavy beat or rhythm.
Those are a few of the immediate tips which can help become hypnagogic. Becoming lucid in many respect requires a certain state of mind, for example a ‘noisy’ mind or rigid thinking can make attaining this state very difficult – so it’s best to try and practice during the periods you are most relaxed.
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