Awake in the Dream

Your questions are invitations for exploration—a quest into the unknown. When we approach our dreams or psychedelic journeys with curiosity, our intentions become pathways to self-discovery. What questions are you asking the universe right now? How are they guiding your quest??

Mystical experiences, psychedelic journeys, and dreamwork each open us to the vastness of our inner worlds, connecting us with a deeper, more soulful awareness. ?? According to Katherine Lawson, Ph.D., these practices share the power of altering consciousness to bring us into closer alignment with the essence of who we are. When we explore altered states—whether through the realm of dreams, guided journeys, or mystical experiences—we encounter truths, patterns, and emotions that reveal our most authentic selves. ? Are you ready to dive in and discover your own inner wisdom? Powerful new offerings are on the horizon for Awake in the Dream School! Stay tuned ??

? Next year, Awake in the Dream School is launching new, customizable learning paths. Choose your focus—from Indigenous wisdom and dreamwork to integration techniques and clinical applications—and build a curriculum that resonates with your vision. Tailor Your Learning Pathway. Create an educational journey that aligns with your goals. Your education, your way. We're excited! Stay tuned.

? Our dreams and visions are more than fleeting experiences—they are our guides, holding messages and wisdom for our life's path. When we honor them as companions, they can provide insight into our unconscious, growth, relationships, and purpose. What messages are your dreams whispering to you?

Download our free guide to recalling your dreams! Dream incubation invites us into a sacred exchange with the dream world, asking our questions and receiving insights from a deeper space of consciousness. Before sleep, set your intentions and prepare for your dreams to answer in their own way. When setting intentions for dreaming or journeying, clarity is key. Envisioning a possible response to your question not only strengthens your connection to the dream realm but also invites a more focused and meaningful experience. How specific can you get with your intention tonight? The more we open ourselves to this dialogue, the more guidance we receive. More details are spelled out in the free guide available for download! https://lnkd.in/euqZgZ4V

Be courageous and honest when you set intentions for your journey. True transformation asks us to be brave. Whether we are preparing for a dream journey or a psychedelic experience, we must be willing to face the unknown head-on. This process isn't about staying in our comfort zone—it's about growth, and growth often comes with tension, discomfort, and even fear. But these are the very thresholds where we learn the most about ourselves. In the moments when you feel like turning away, ask yourself: What is this fear teaching me? Can I hold this discomfort long enough to see what’s on the other side? When we are courageous and honest in these experiences, we allow ourselves to be reshaped by them, emerging stronger and more aligned with our true selves. Remember, your courage isn’t measured by the absence of fear, but by your willingness to move forward despite it. Lean into those moments—they are where the real magic happens.

The most potent rituals are often the simplest ones, done with pure intention. Whether lighting a candle or speaking a prayer before sleep, these small acts align us with the sacred and open the way for deep shifts in our inner world. What small ritual can you offer today??

Intentional dreaming or incubation and properly integrating our psychedelic journeys is a way to receive soul guidance and access the collective unconscious. Jung emphasizes that true clarity and awakening come from looking inward, where we find the answers that guide our life's path. Curious about our proprietary method? ?? Embodied Imagination?? for Psychedelic Integration blends Jungian dreamwork practices with embodiment for a powerfully alchemical combination. Developed by Robert Bosnak in the 1970s, it has been used worldwide in psychotherapy and creative processes. This powerful method has been modified by Dr. Lawson with his permission to include psychedelic integration. Embodied Imagination? for Psychedelic Integration empowers practitioners to guide clients through expanded states of consciousness, fostering clarity and transformative experiences along their healing journeys. It plays a crucial role in harmonizing challenging emotions and equipping individuals with practical tools for integrating profound insights into their daily lives!

Dream incubation or intentional dreaming, an ancient practice rooted in indigenous wisdom and healing practices, is alive in our work at Awake in the Dream. Download our free guide to recalling your dreams - https://lnkd.in/euqZgZ4V We teach our students to support their clients in Psychedelic Integration with reverence and the holding of sacred space. Whether through dreams or psychedelic journeys, the symbols and images presented to us hold the key to deeper understanding and growth. By engaging with visions consciously through our powerful method of Embodied Imagination?? for Psychedelic Integration, we open ourselves to profound shifts that can truly change the way we move through the world. Download your free guide today! https://lnkd.in/euqZgZ4V

In many Indigenous and shamanic cultures, the dream world and the spirit world are interconnected, and we can build relationships with the beings who inhabit them. Through intention and openness, we can access this wisdom in both dreams and psychedelic experiences. How can you honor your connection to these worlds today??