An easy trick to make the most of your time asleep

Every night our minds enter into a wild fantasy land. Most of us are unaware that we are dreaming, meaning that we can’t direct the course of our dreams. However, through willpower, 'lucid dreamers' can take control of their dreams to experience whatever they fancy.

If you don’t already lucid dream, scientific research offers us some tried-and-tested techniques that will increase your chances.

Script by David Robson

Animation by Hillary Huong Vu

23 February 2022