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Can you control your dreams?

Jun 3, 2025
Ever wished you could control your dreams? Discover the fascinating world of lucid dreaming, where you can become aware and shape your own dream narratives. Learn from Dr. Ketema Paul about techniques to recognize when you're dreaming, and why adolescents often experience this phenomenon. With humorous insights and practical tips, you'll be inspired to explore your imagination while drifting off to sleep.
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INSIGHT

Lucid Dreaming Explained

  • Lucid dreaming means knowing when you are dreaming while still in the dream.
  • Some lucid dreams allow controlling the dream and making decisions within it.
ANECDOTE

Dr. Paul's Flying Dreams

  • Dr. Ketema Paul recalled flying dreams in his late teens where he controlled his ability to fly.
  • He improved his skill of controlling dreams with practice during adolescence.
ADVICE

Test and Control Your Dream

  • Test if you're dreaming by pushing your finger through your other palm; if it goes through, it's a dream.
  • Recite a phrase like "This is a dream I'm the boss of myself" to reinforce awareness and control within the dream.
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