A Field Guide to Lucid Dreaming: Mastering the Art of Oneironautics

This is where you start! As an "avid" lucid dreamer, this book is the perfect starting book for those that "dont dream". Easy read and great information.

I read my first book about lucid dreaming in 1991 - Stephen LaBerge's original "Exploring the World of Lucid Dreaming" which was the culmination of his research work at the Stanford Sleep Lab during the 1980's. If you want to go deep on technical details of lucid dreaming, then get that book, it's still one of the best. Or, get the incredible "Integral Dreaming: A Holistic Approach to Dreams" by Fariba Bogzaran and Daniel Deslauriers - that is new and one incredibly well written and researched book. There are several folks bringing lucid dreaming to pop culture these days - Ryan Hurd, Tim Post, Charlie Morley, and Rory Mac Sweeny to name a few. And this book comes across as a continuation of that work. As the first reviewer said it might not give you depth across the different areas it covers, but it does offer an attractive story-like format with lovely illustrations. If you want something lively and engaging that reads like a story - get this book. A "Field Guide to Lucid Dreaming" makes an entertaining and very accessible introduction into the subject of lucid dreaming. But it goes beyond intro, and provides general coverage around the full spectrum of current thoughts, techniques, and work being done with lucid dreams. I can read it with my 8 year old daughter, and she enjoys it - the side stories and illustrations help. I could share it with friends who don't know much or anything about the subject and they would likely stay interested. This book seems like it could be for anyone from the completely uninformed to the well-read depending on what you want to get from it. The authors brought the subject matter into an engaging format that's difficult to put down and easy to read.

This book was super interesting. I’ve always been interest in dreams & lucid dreams so when I saw someone on tiktok recommend it i looked into it and was not disappointed. The concepts are very easy to understand plus the book has a sense of humor which is fun. If you’re interested in learning how to lucid dream i’d read this! :)

Some books about topics such as these are written by experts who seem to want to write for other experts. This book is very well written with each concept easily building upon those previously explained, and it is funny and entertaining to read which keeps you engaged. As for the-life changing part, just following the simple instructions in this book and practicing yields such changes in my dreams and my awareness that I can scarcely believe it. I am remembering and experiencing dreams so vividly now. I've had a couple of very exciting dreams where I was literally watching the dream as if it were an immersive movie literally created in my dream. The craziest thing was during one of them, there were plot twists (it was a murder mystery involving a cheating husband, the wife, and the woman involved with the husband) and the twists SURPRISED me! I literally did not see them coming! Who would not want to see completely original movies in your dreams at night, then step into them and turn them into whatever experience you want? I kid you not, fly a fighter plan (or just fly!), fight sharks, or go on a hike with Abraham Lincoln. If an idiot like me can do this, so can you.

I learned a lot from this book and have been able to use a technique or two from it. Really well done.

Great Read. The idea of having "dream amnesia" is wild to me. This is a book of self empowerment and discovery. A must read for anyone interested in MORE. Also Love the picture inserts!

I've read a dozen or more books on the topic of dreaming, from titles that barely deserve to be called books to academic studies. My all time favorites have tended to be those written by Robert Moss due to his ability to combine a profound knowledge of the subject with both humour and the ability to write well. That last skill is so broadly lacking today in most titles on this subject. The people who wrote this book are worthy of note. Not so much because they acknowledge their debt to Moss as because they have managed to take an overused method of structuring a "guidebook" using sidebars, panels, and other gimicks typical of a "dummies" guide, and create a book that not only uses those elements effectively for once, but also end up withan engaging, appealing, and informative book. I cannot honestly say that this could be the only book on the subject of lucid dreaming you will ever want to have or need, but buying it to begin with can save you from wasting your time on many less worthwhile texts. Even if you have read morenextensively on the topic, you won't regret picking this title up.

I look forward to going to bed and I love a nap also. My dreams amaze me. I wish I could sketch my dreams. I have not been able to control my dreams for the most part. If something is too frightening, I wake myself up. If I realize it's a dream, and try to change what is going on, that also wakes me up or I go on to a different dream. Though in the last year I have decided to stay in the bad dream to see where it takes me. The dream is that I'm in a roller coaster of sorts, and I'm frightened of going over the highest part. Instead of waking up now, I continue over but end up in a marshy area where the rail stops. I am not afraid of water so I am confused as to why, in so many of my dreams, that the water is murky and full of strange sea creatures. Or that I go over a dune and its high tide and there is no beach. I can fly, but only just above people about 7 feet. I can't fly far. I also can't run. My feet feel like cement. It's ridiculous, so I wake up to start another dream. I dream of a house that is set up strangely but quite deluxe. I also ultimately get stuck in a stairway that is boxed in. If I go for a drive, I drive poorly and I never can decide which route to take. Nothing is familiar. Once I recognize the same scenario, I wake up so if can go back to another dream. Since reading your book, I have changed some minor things in three dreams I had this week. I am hoping to keep working on it, now that I learned lucid dreaming exists. Thanks, Kathy Snow Dweck

I like this book because it is well structured and simple to read. Nonetheless, it is filled with meaningful insights. A great introduction to lucid dreams.

Just like it says, it's a guide. One good guide.

Picture this: navigating your subconscious while you sleep, realizing you’re dreaming, and influencing the dream world with your consciousness. Lucid dreaming offers this extraordinary ability. In our quest to uncover Ikigai, we’ve explored self-discovery and growth. Often, we see Ikigai as a distant goal. But what if it’s within us, waiting to be found? This is where the intersection of lucid dreaming and Ikigai becomes truly compelling. What if, in dreams, we engage in candid self-reflection? What if we could bridge the gap between our conscious and subconscious selves, unlocking the hidden facets of our identity and purpose? “A Field Guide to Lucid Dreaming: Mastering the Art of Oneironautics” is our roadmap. It’s not just about lucid dreaming technique; it’s about reconnecting with our essence. Let’s dive deeper. ▶️ Who Should Read It? I recommend the book to anyone intrigued by lucid dreaming and eager to explore their subconscious. It’s particularly beneficial for those interested in the described benefits of lucid dreaming: ✅ Adventure and Fantasy: Ideal for individuals seeking thrilling adventures and impossible experiences in a limitless dream world. ✅ Facing Nightmares: Empowers individuals to confront and transform nightmares, providing solutions to underlying fears. ✅ Creativity and Inspiration: Enables dreamers to tap into boundless creativity, interact with characters, and explore without limitations. ✅ Creative Problem Solving: Serves as a platform for practicing skills, rehearsing presentations, and gaining insights into real-life challenges. ✅ Healing: Offers potential for emotional, spiritual, and physical healing, addressing issues like illness, depression, and heartbreak. ✅ Self-knowledge: Acts as a mirror, facilitating self-exploration and deepening understanding of desires and motivations. Considering Ikigai, the book’s exploration of lucid dreaming offers valuable insights into self-discovery and personal fulfillment. By immersing themselves in dreams and the subconscious mind, individuals can uncover deeper insights into their passions and align their actions with what truly drives them, leading to a more purposeful life. ▶️ How the Book Changed Me In today’s world, where many aspects of our lives are automated, we often find ourselves going through the motions without fully engaging in the present moment. This trend towards convenience and efficiency can lead to a disconnect from our surroundings and a lack of awareness about our reality. However, this book encourages readers to delve into the depths of their consciousness through lucid dreaming. In summary, I’ve enjoyed learning about the four ideas and their positive relationship with the discovery of Ikigai: ✅ Awakening Awareness: Lucid dreaming fosters heightened awareness and mindfulness, transcending both dream and waking states. Proficiency in lucid dreaming techniques enables individuals to deeply understand their surroundings, interactions, and choices, resonating with the principles of Ikigai. ✅ Conscious Exploration: Lucid dreaming parallels the journey of discovering Ikigai by delving into the depths of consciousness. Through this practice, individuals embark on a profound quest of self-discovery, revealing latent passions, values, and strengths. ✅ Dream-Reality Integration: Lucid dreaming serves as a bridge between dreams and reality, facilitating the integration of dream insights into waking life. This holistic understanding of purpose and desires aligns with Ikigai, contributing to a more fulfilling existence. ✅ Transformational Growth: Lucid dreaming catalyzes personal growth and transformation, akin to the journey towards discovering Ikigai. Mastery of lucid dreaming empowers individuals to unlock their full potential and live authentically, fostering self-actualization and fulfillment. Your dreams are the closest window into your true self. Mastering lucid dreaming, you are taking a significant stride in your Ikigai journey.

Scritto bene mi è piaciuto un sacco. Questo è più o meno il decimo libro che leggo sull’argomento e faccio i complimenti agli autori: davvero bravi! Very well written, I liked it a lot. It’s more or less the 10th book I read about ld and I have to say that I really love it!

This book really opened my eyes with regards to lucid dreaming. I bought this at the same time as "Exploring the world of lucid dreaming", but whilst that book delves into the nitty gritty details a little more, I'd 100% say that this book is way more palletable to the newcomer, because: - things are explained in simple terms, with great analogies - there is plenty of humor - its thought provoking material that I'd say the vast majority of people can relate to - its not long winded, nor boring. You can get sucked in to reading about other dreamers experiences and the possibilities outlined in their stories If I had to reccommend any book to anyone looking into this subject for the first time, it would be this one.