Testing Methods to Increase the Frequency of Lucid Dreaming

Participants were instructed to move their eyes as much as possible with their eyes closed just before falling asleep. This technique aimed to mimic the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep phase, which is often associated with more vivid and memorable dreams.

Another intervention involved asking participants to recall and think about their thoughts or events from the previous night before going to sleep. This method engaged cognitive processes related to memory and reflection, potentially setting the stage for increased awareness during sleep.

Participants were also asked to recall their lucid dreams from previous nights. This intervention seemed to activate memory and awareness related to dreaming, which significantly increased the likelihood of experiencing lucid dreams the following night.