"Unlocking the Secrets of Lucid Dreaming"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Lucid dreaming is the state of being aware in a dream that you are dreaming, and it can be learned as a skill. It occurs during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and is associated with increased central nervous system activation. The neurotransmitter acetylcholine seems to be involved, and a drug called galantamine has been found to stimulate more lucid dreaming. Lucid dreaming can be a source of creative inspiration and is also used to treat recurring nightmares. Techniques for achieving lucid dreams include keeping a dream diary, identifying dream themes, performing reality checks, and setting the intention to lucid dream.