Ever wished you could control your dreams? Turns out, Buddhist monks have been doing it for centuries through a practice called dream yoga. And now, science confirms it actually works.
In Tibetan Buddhism, dream yoga trains practitioners to become aware during dreams—basically unlocking real-life lucid dream powers. It’s not about fantasy; it’s about mastering the subconscious through mindfulness and spiritual discipline.
A 2024 peer-reviewed study found that people who meditate regularly are significantly more likely to experience lucid dreams. Researchers believe that increased self-awareness gained during meditation spills over into the dream state, flipping the light switch on mid-dream.
And yep, TikTok noticed. A viral video breaking down the study sparked a wave of users trying to meditate their way into dream control. Some call it next-level sleep. Others call it “becoming Neo.”
Lucid dreaming coach Charlie Morley says it’s not just about fun: “Lucid dreaming can be used to integrate traumas, to embrace fears, to transform nightmares.” So not only can you fly, you might finally face what’s chasing you.
Want to give it a go? Experts recommend combining meditation with techniques like reality checks and journaling. Or, as monks have been teaching for centuries just become aware.
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