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Bodybuilder Mikhail_Baryshnikov Spontaneous lucidity occurred within the plot. And since I wasn't ready for it, I didn't remember the plan. Therefore, I decided to just do whatever I wanted. There was a Swedish ladder in front of me. I jumped onto the horizontal bar and started doing pull-ups. It was all quite easy. After that, I decided to look at myself and feel my muscles. At first, I was in my own body, but then I started increasing my biceps with the power of thought. First, one arm, then the other. As a result, I looked like a professional bodybuilder. Read about other lucid dreams tonight in the LucidMe app—available for download on Apple and Google.

Three Types of Hallucinations During Sleep Paralysis Indian researcher Amalesh Honnekeri conducted a review of scientific articles on the topic of sleep paralysis. This condition has a rich history in various cultures’ folklores, which have explained it as having supernatural causes, such as evil spirits and witches. It’s also often associated with medical and psychological problems, including hypertension, alcohol abuse, apnea, narcolepsy, PTSD, panic, and anxiety disorders. The author describes three main types of hallucinations associated with sleep paralysis: 1. “Intruder”—the sensation that a hostile figure is nearby. This is accompanied by fear, various images, and sounds. 2. “Incubus”—the chest is constricted, breathing is difficult, and an image of a figure sitting on the chest often appears. 3. Vestibular-motor hallucinations—levitation, spinning, or out-of-body experiences occur. Sleep paralysis happens when a person wakes up during the REM sleep phase but remains in a state of muscle atonia—paralysis. It’s assumed that the parietal lobe of the brain, which is responsible for perception, and the amygdala, which is involved in processing fear, play a role in the occurrence of hallucinations and feelings of fear. Evidence suggests that the causes of sleep paralysis are genetic. Also, it’s believed that women, young people, and non-white people are at an increased risk. The author also emphasizes the importance of sleep hygiene. In some cases, cognitive-behavioral therapy may help reduce fear and anxiety, and medication is usually not required. But the role of the doctor is important—they should show sensitivity and understanding to such patients, and they should dispel myths and prejudices. Have you experienced sleep paralysis? What kind of hallucinations did you have? The article was published in July 2025 in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care.

Space Control Yasnovidets I had a dream that I had a two-room apartment. Then I woke up and, with intention, returned there already lucid. I stabilized myself, and with intention, summoned a sexy girl into the next room. I heard a sound. I went into the room and saw the girl. I exchanged a few words, but changed my mind about sex. Then I created the intention that when I left the apartment, there would be an embankment and a sea. I went out—there was a river. With intention, I increased its size, made it bigger, even bigger—it turned into a sea. The season seemed like spring. I said that I wanted summer, and the trees began to turn green, and everything around was filled with summer colors. People were around, everything was in motion. I said, "Stop." With intention, I stopped the movement, then continued. After some time, I was in the company of a friend and a girlfriend; I constantly wanted to show off my abilities. In a café, I erased the TV plasma from the wall—it was gone. There were rose petals scattered there—I set them in flight. Then, in the café, I intentionally ordered models for the company: two for myself, three for my friend. We're sitting in the café. A pensioner approached and asked why I was forcing them. I said that the girls would get money for their leisure time. She left. Everything quickly changed, and the girls disappeared somewhere. Read about other lucid dreams tonight in the LucidMe app—available for download on Apple and Google.

Is Sleep Paralysis Influenced by Genetics? Sleep paralysis is a complex phenomenon at the intersection of neurobiology, psychiatry, genetics, and cultural beliefs. American researcher Zarif Bin Akhtar examined 60 scientific papers on this topic and found that the way this phenomenon is perceived in your society—for example, as a demon or contact with ancestors—affects ways of coping with paralysis and related emotions. Psychological issues such as PTSD, anxiety, or depression also matter. Physiologically, at the moment when sleep paralysis occurs, there is a malfunction between the rapid eye movement (REM) state and wakefulness—the body is paralyzed, but the brain wakes up. EEG analysis shows that this is a transitional state between sleep and reality. Certain areas of the brain (the amygdala and parietal lobe) and chemical substances (neurotransmitters) play an important role in this phenomenon. Genetic predisposition is also important, as genes associated with circadian rhythms and sleep regulation have been found to influence the likelihood of paralysis. Thus, treatment should be comprehensive. Not only should the person’s physiology be considered, but so should their psychology, culture, and genetics. Possible treatments include trauma therapy, sleep work, and VR technologies that recreate the experience of sleep paralysis in a safe environment. Have you noticed that sleep paralysis is a family problem? The article was published in July 2025 in the Journal of Pain Research and Management.

Electric Energy Ball Ilia.Semenov WBTB. Practicing recharging. I approach a power outlet. I carefully insert two fingers. The light in the apartment goes out. I remove my hand, and the light reappears. I insert my fingers again, and the light flickers. I slowly pull out two fingers, wanting to draw the current outward. The fingers came out by a centimeter, and a bluish energy appeared between them and the outlet. I pull my hand closer to myself; it's like a magnet, drawing electrical energy outward. The hand is connected to the outlet through a stream of blue energy that pulsates in the air. It looks beautiful. I pull it toward me, start squeezing it between my hands, and form an energy ball; it is still connected to the outlet by a stream of energy. I expand the ball to the size of my head. Then I direct it straight into myself. In my chest, I feel a pleasant, warm surge of energy. To reinforce the experience, I put two fingers into the outlet and draw out electrical energy again. Read about other lucid dreams tonight in the LucidMe app—available for download on Apple and Google.

Reasons for False Awakenings Sometimes the brain seems to play tricks on us, offering a “fake” awakening, meaning it feels like we’ve woken up, but in reality, we continue to dream. The same areas of the brain that are activated during self-analysis in real life are activated during a false awakening. However, the reality check mechanism “breaks down,” and we can’t distinguish between a dream and reality. Pakistani researchers, led by Nimrah Noor, analyzed 28 scientific papers to understand this phenomenon. So, what causes a false awakening? 1. Emotional state: Stress and trauma can increase the frequency and intensity of such dreams. 2. Mental disorders: False awakenings can be a sign of PTSD, anxiety disorders, or depersonalization. 3. Sleep disturbances: Disruptions in routine (for example, shift work) confuse the brain. 4. Dissociation: A feeling of detachment from oneself and reality makes a person more vulnerable to such dreams. Beliefs and cultural characteristics also matter because how we perceive and remember dreams depends on our beliefs. False awakenings can be a stepping stone to lucid dreams if we learn to track this state. The authors add that cognitive therapy helps people cope with anxious feelings. It’s also important to talk about it in order to explain the essence of the phenomenon to people, as understanding what they have encountered reduces their fear. Have you ever had a false awakening? How many times in a row have you falsely “woken up?” The article was published in June 2025 in the Policy Journal of Social Science Review.

Where Has the Science of Out-of-Body Travel Led? Scientists from Spain and France, led by Jenny Moix Queraltó, compiled 87 scientific articles on out-of-body experiences published over 38 years. Their work is not merely a literature review but a so-called "scoping review"—in other words, it is an attempt to cover the widest possible field of research on the topic over the past several decades. Out-of-body experiences can occur spontaneously, be induced intentionally, or be provoked by various situations. The article confirms that sleep paralysis and lucid dreams sometimes contribute to out-of-body experiences, thus emphasizing the relationship between the phase states. For many, out-of-body experiences are not just a dream or fantasy—the process is often perceived as absolutely real. Different people can have opposing reactions to out-of-body experiences: some are afraid, while others rejoice and study special techniques to intentionally repeat the event. Scientists have explained the nature of this phenomenon in different ways: from the point of view of psychology and physiology, as well as based on the idea that consciousness is not tied to the body. In general, there is still no consensus on what this phenomenon is. How do you perceive out-of-body experiences—as dreams, astral projection, or something else? The article was published in July 2025 in The Journal of Science and Healing.

Demi Moore’s Passion of Mind In the film Passion of Mind, Demi Moore’s character flits between two realities—much like an experienced lucid dreamer moving between a lucid dream and wakefulness. Two women, Marie and Marty, exist in parallel, and while they are both engaged in literature, they are otherwise complete opposites. One is a mother immersed in routine; the other is a successful businesswoman, luxuriating in wealth. Both are in love, but here, too, there’s contrast: one finds solace in a sensual man, while the other finds it in an intellectual conversationalist. Intrigue builds as Marie and Marty begin to dream of each other, as if their subconscious is seeking a way out of the labyrinth of their double lives. Each visits a psychoanalyst in an attempt to understand which reality is real and which is merely a figment of the imagination. The boundaries are blurred, and the characters try to find support to determine where they really are. Like quantum particles, both women are connected by an invisible thread that allows them to complement each other and seek answers in the labyrinth of their dreams. The characters cannot simply wake up, as both lives seem equally real. The film does not offer specific techniques for dream control; instead, it raises important philosophical questions: Is it worth entering a world of illusions to escape from your problems? Where is the line between reality and fiction? And what is more important—external manifestations or internal content? Through the prism of dreams, the film invites us to reflect on what makes our lives real and how we can find a balance between fantasies and reality, between what we want and what we have. Have you seen the movie? Have you ever experienced a full parallel life in a lucid dream?

The Hair Salon Where_is_Mary The plan for the phase state was to get a haircut and try out a new hair color and length. I entered the phase on a roll-out in the morning after waking up. I found a mirror around the corner, started imagining myself with long hair, and hair down to my shoulders appeared. I wanted it to be waist-length, but it didn't work. Then I added a red hair color—I didn't like it. I stared too long—and I was pulled back into reality. I couldn't re-enter. Read about other lucid dreams tonight in the LucidMe app—available for download on Apple and Google.

Sleep Paralysis—The Result of a Brain Malfunction? Auditory and visual hallucinations during sleep paralysis often possess a mystical quality. They resemble the experience of using psychedelics and differ from the more plausible, everyday hallucinations associated with schizophrenia. This conclusion was reached by Polish scientists Lena Rudy and Michał Godlewski, who identified three key components of sleep paralysis: the sensation of someone being present (which is often frightening), the feeling of pressure on the chest, and out-of-body travel. The researchers suggest that certain brain areas are responsible for the perception of one’s own body and the surrounding space. Sometimes, a glitch results in the sensation of an “other” in the room. The authors didn’t conduct surveys or experiments; instead, they analyzed scientific articles from leading databases. From an initial selection of 10,000 articles, they chose 114. So, there are three primary “culprits” responsible for hallucinations during sleep paralysis: 1. Serotonin and its effects on specific brain regions (5-HT2A). 2. The protein β-arrestin-2, which makes the brain more “ready” for hallucinations. 3. A glitch in the balance of “activity” and “calm” in the brain, which triggers frightening images. The scientists add that this opens new perspectives not only for solving the problem of sleep paralysis (which frightens many people) but also for treating various neuropsychiatric disorders. Have you ever experienced sleep paralysis? Were your hallucinations mystical or realistic? The article was published in July 2025 in the International Journal of Molecular Science.

Showdown with Samurai in a Water Park Ilia.Semenov WBTB. I approach the building, go inside, and find myself in a water park. The sprites are relaxing, and I'm the only one walking around here, working according to plan. I don't think this is right. I need to stop everyone. I tried a couple of times to stop the world (6th gate), but it didn't work. Instead of stopping, the sprites started jumping synchronously at one point. They understood that I was in charge here. As a result, I ordered all the sprites to leave the water park—and they all went their separate ways. I'm standing alone in the water park. Five samurai approach. They have a warlike attitude. I pull out a laser sword that's almost two meters long. I show them that I won't give up without a fight. They have samurai katanas. Serious guys. They surround me and draw their swords. Without hesitation, I stab one of the samurai with my laser sword—right through him. Nothing happens to him; he just stands there, swaying. One of them says that he's a teacher and has good intentions. I ask: – Are you a mentor? – Yes. – What's my name? At that moment, the remaining samurai start holding me. He replies: – You're Nikolai. He lied to me—he's not a mentor. I make a decision: if he's my thought-form, then I'll absorb him with his energy. I start pulling him in with telekinesis, grab him by the shoulders, and try to suck him into myself through my third eye. He becomes like a log, but he won't go in. I flatten him into biomass, throw him away, and leave. It became uninteresting. One of the remaining samurai lunges at me. I lift him into the air with telekinesis and send him crashing into the wall. I rubbed him there for a bit, and he was left hanging. The others ran away after that. And I headed for the exit. Read about other lucid dreams tonight in the LucidMe app—available for download on Apple and Google.