Lucid Immersion Guidebook: A Holistic Blueprint For Lucid Dreaming

by Ryan Hurd

Based on the latest lucid dreaming research, as well as wisdom of ancient cultures, the Lucid Immersion Guidebook provides the tools needed to build your own lucid dreaming practice--the art of being aware you are dreaming while in the sleep state. Designed for frustrated beginners and advanced lucid dreamers alike, the Lucid Immersion Guidebook lays out a structured plan -- a holistic blueprint --- for waking up in your dreams quickly, safely, and sustainably. This work is the most up-to-date and comprehensive "how to" book on lucid dreaming, drawing from fresh clinical, anthropological, and neurological sources. It's the best of the old and the new. Reviews"In this well written manual, Hurd gives his readers instructions on how to attain mindfulness, purpose, and intention as they attempt lucid dreaming. Hurd’s instructions are user-friendly, ingenious, and filled with wit and wisdom. You could not find a better guide in the virtual world."–Stanley Krippner, Ph.D.Alan Watts Professor of Psychology, Saybrook University, Co-author of Extraordinary Dreams and How to Use Them“Looking to wade more deeply into lucid dreaming? Then check out Ryan Hurd’s latest project Lucid Immersion. He covers a wide range of lucid dreaming topics in an engaging style with interesting ideas."– Robert WaggonerAuthor of Lucid Gateway to the Inner Self"Extremely comprehensive, up to date on the latest findings, extensively referenced, and a delight to read, this book should definitely be in the hands of anyone who is ready to take on experiencing the exciting and rewarding realm of lucid dreaming."-- Robert Van de Castle Ph.D.Professor Emeritus, University of Virginia Medical Center and Author of Our Dreaming Mind"Lucid Immersion Guidebook offers an accessible, artfully crafted, and practical guide to becoming fully ‘awake’ in one’s dreams — and in one’s life. Highly recommended!"– Tracey L. Kahan, Ph.D.Psychology Professor at Santa Clara UniversityDirector of the SCU Sleep Cognition Lab"If you’re looking for a trustworthy, spiritually sensitive, tech-savvy guide into the world of lucid dreaming, you’ve found him in Ryan Hurd. Lucid Immersion will transform your sense of what’s possible in dreaming."– Kelly Bulkeley, Ph.D.Author of Dreaming in the World’s Religions“Lucid Immersion really grabbed me from the first sentence. I had a lucid dream this morning after meditation, partly in response to the book. I also love the minimalist style of Hurd’s writing. Very direct, personal, and succinct.”– G. Scott Sparrow, EdDProfessor of Psychology at University of Texas- Pan AmericanAuthor of Lucid Dawning of The Clear LightAbout the AuthorRyan Hurd is an independent dream researcher and life-long lucid dreamer. He edits the website DreamStudies.org, lectures internationally about dreams and consciousness, and is a member of the International Association for the Study of Dreams and the Society for the Anthropology of Consciousness. Ryan has a MA in Consciousness Studies from John F. Kennedy University.

Genres: Nonfiction

178 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 2, 2012

Reviews

[Lindsay · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very interesting book on lucid dreaming, considering I've read a dozen of these. Some chapters offer new ideas or new ways of thinking which might inspire an experienced lucid dreamer. I wouldn't recommend it to beginners, because the content about consciousness, awareness and self-help might get a little too deep. I know I would want a simple beginner book with more 'fluff' to get started. (Check my list ''the mind'' to see which ones I would recommend for beginners)

I also like his humble way of writing. He refers to other books to learn more about other techniques. While he discusses several techniques and even supplements and foods, the main topic about the book is immersion - not a technique perse but a combination of several.

What's funny to me is that almost all lucid dreaming books discuss the well known supplements, like galantamine... he's one of the first who's truly honest about his experience. Calea (dream herb) is also one of those discussed in every book... yet my guess is not one of them have tried it.... or they would warn the readers about the worst taste you'll ever experience before bedtime. :))

Besides that, I have nothing to add. This book is unique because of Ryan's view, which makes this book mostly about mindset and awareness to get lucid. Which is, in my personal experience, indeed the best way to get lucid on a regular base. I'm happy someone took the time to write a whole book about it, for me it's a lovely reminder to what truly works.

[Collene · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read a lot of books in my time and this one struck a chord in me that the other myriad of books I read didn't. I love his style of writing and storytelling. I couldn't put my kindle fire down and definitely took the phone off the hook and sat in my favorite cozy chair. I became entranced in the whole story and lost track of time. Kinda reminds me of Stephen King a bit. Story grabbed me from the start, since I love technology and conspiracy theories which are abound in this story. This story the way it was told won't disappoint. Two thumbs up for this writer and his first novel in the series. Even if your all zombied out already or not a zombie fan of this genre, still give this noteworthy novel a read, it's really, really good! I found it only on Amazon Kindle fyi. Add this book to your shelf in a hurry.

[Ahmed · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rating: 3.5/5

[Dream Conversations]

practical tips,
great list of further reading and researchers
knows when to slow things down or not go too far - Ryan Hurd has been practicing Lucid Dreaming almost his entire life and this book speaks from both his experience, experimntations and research