one more thing. i've been diagnosed with something called 'nightmare disorder' or 'dream anxiety disorder'. generally speaking, i have horribly vivid intense nightmares every night. i wont get into details here, but just know that they are incredibly vivid, intense nightmares.

anyway, since stumbling into meditation i've found that when i meditate (and reach a deep state) i generally dont have any nightmares for up to several days afterward! something in my meditation allows me to let go of that anxiety that haunts my dreams. it's very therapeutic stuff, regardless of whether you reach an ASC.

just thought i'd share!