Most of you probably already know that we sell a lot of unique products on our website. Today, we’re going to talk about another one of those unique products: a special herb used to induce lucid dreaming. This is a state of consciousness that occurs during sleep in which the sleeper is aware that they are dreaming. Lucid dreams can then be used to freely explore the subconscious mind without limitations such as gravity or the laws of physics. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it? Read on to find out how one of our most popular products, Calea zacatechichi, can help you with this!
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What is lucid dreaming and how does it work?
In short, a “lucid dream” is a state of consciousness in which the person is aware that they are dreaming. In practical terms, this often means that someone can control the content of their dream. The term “lucid” means clear, a word that originally comes from the Latin “lucidus,” which in turn was used to describe a clear mind or a clear intellect.
A lucid dreamer can also manipulate various aspects of their dream world, including time, space, and sometimes reality itself. These skills are usually acquired during waking life through certain practices such as meditation or yoga and can be developed with practice. When someone with sufficient control over “lucid dreaming” enters their dream state, they are aware that this is not reality, but merely a simulation of it. Meanwhile, their mind becomes very active and begins to wander freely—these free-flowing thoughts often become the dream itself. In other words: someone who lucid dreams determines the dream. How cool is that?
Lucid dreams can be induced by various substances, such as plant extracts. You can also use certain “lucid dreaming techniques.” One of the most common of these is performing a specific action while in the dream state that signals to your brain that you know you’re dreaming (for example, counting your fingers or turning the light on and off). By training and perfecting this process, experienced lucid dreamers can actively influence their dreams almost every night.
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How does Calea zacatechichi induce lucid dreaming?
Calea zacatechichi is an herb that can help induce lucid dreaming. It is often used by shamans to induce a dream state and explore the subconscious mind. It can be smoked or consumed as tea to achieve the desired effect, but it’s important not to abuse this powerful herb, as it also induces a deep sleep state that can last up to six hours.
Calea zacatechichi is also known in the scientific world as Calea ternifolia, but it is commonly referred to simply as“dream herb.” And while this remarkable herb can certainly open the doors to lucid dreaming, the truly significant aspect of Calea zacatechichi is its ability to take you on an incredible inner journey. People drink tea made from this herb not only to induce lucid dreams, but also to achieve a heightened state of introspection while awake—though the effects on the latter state are generally considered minimal.
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The science behind the use of dream herb
Calea zacatechichi can induce lucid dreams by reducing the breakdown of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, thereby increasing its levels. GABA is a neurotransmitter that counteracts arousal and thus inhibits the activation of neurons in the brain. Specifically, this herb affects neural transmission by binding to certain GABA receptors in the brain, which are associated with calmness and induce a altered state of consciousness known as hypnagogia. This induces a state quite similar to a waking dream, in which a person’s dreams can become more vivid or even lucid.
Calea zacatechichi can also induce lucid dreaming by causing your eyes to move rapidly while you sleep. Furthermore, it increases heart rate and blood pressure for about 2 hours after drinking a cup of tea. These two effects together can cause the sleep cycle to be “disrupted.” During this stage, a person may “awaken” from their so-called REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep and thereby experience lucid dreams.
It is also believed that Calea zacatechichi can induce vivid dreams by influencing serotonin and acetylcholine levels in the brain. Serotonin regulates mood, while acetylcholine regulates memory formation. When levels of these neurotransmitters are elevated, more dream-like memories are formed during sleep. And because the herb also affects norepinephrine levels—another important neurotransmitter for memory formation—it helps you remember your dreams when you wake up and also increases their intensity. In short: according to enthusiasts, this dream herb is a true all-rounder when it comes to sleep!
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What can you do during lucid dreaming?
So dream herb can help you lucid dream, but why would you actually do this? We’ve already briefly explained above that lucid dreaming allows you to connect with yourself on a very deep level—according to many, deeper than any other way. However, one of the biggest online resources on lucid dreaming has gone a step further and compiled an amazing list of 101 things you can do during lucid dreams. Below, we’ve listed a handful of our own favorite (and bucket list) lucid activities. Which ones would you like to experience?
- The sky is the limit! Fly into the clouds and observe the world below. This is the realm of your subconscious mind—what does it look like? Is it peaceful, surreal, overcrowded?
- Dive underwater and breathe normally without oxygen. Think of the water as air; it’s okay to fill your lungs with it.
- Step through a mirror portal and emerge in another dimension. Is this Earth II? What’s different? What can you learn from this place?
- Transform yourself into an atom and explore the quantum world. The rules here are completely different. What bizarre new energies can you experience?
- Travel back in time and see how the pyramids of Egypt were built.
- Fly like an eagle over vast mountains and valleys. Feel the breeze against your skin and taste the ultimate freedom of flight.
- Take a journey to the center of the Earth and discover what lies within. Remember, this is a fantasy world. Science doesn’t matter!
- Gain superpowers like The X-Men. Bend metal with your mind, read other people’s thoughts, and teleport around the world.
- Travel back in time and meet yourself as a child. What are their dreams and goals? What do they enjoy most about life?
- Walk through walls and observe the interior as you pass through them. How does it feel to push your physical body through solid objects?
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Conclusion
Lucid dreaming is a fascinating state of consciousness that allows people to control their own thoughts, feelings, and actions. The ability to do this while still in the dream is what makes lucid dreaming so powerful—you can explore your deepest desires and fears without any consequences! Would you like more information on how to induce lucid dreams with Calea zacatechichi, or do you need help setting up your own personal experiment? We’re happy to help! Click here to order this special herb right away.
