Wake back to bed (WBTB) involves entering REM sleep while you’re still conscious. There are many versions of WBTB, but consider this technique:
- Set an alarm for 5 hours after your bedtime
- Go to sleep as usual
- When the alarm goes off, stay up for 30 minutes. Enjoy a quiet activity like reading
- Fall back asleep
When you go back to sleep, you’ll be more likely to lucid dream. While you’re awake, choose any activity that requires full alertness.
