Major breakthrough reveals new state of consciousness that could unlock more of your brain

Researchers have discovered that lucid dreaming is more than just a vivid sleep state, it's actually a whole other state of consciousness. Lucid dreaming occurs when a person becomes aware they are dreaming, often gaining the ability to control the dream's events. For instance, they might fly, walk through walls, or confront fears, taking advantage of the limitless possibilities. Previously, scientists believed lucid dreams were simply more vivid or intense versions of the typical dreams that occur during REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, which is a normal phase of the sleep cycle characterized by increased brain activity. But this new study shows that brain activity patterns during a lucid dream are entirely different from those that occur during regular dreams and wakefulness.