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[intuitivewiccan]

[She finds the voice option comforting somehow; the anonymity allows her to feel less vulnerable and helpless, given the question she's posing to the people at large]

C-Can anyone recommend a good way to stop nightmares? Or at least...manage them, somehow?

[She knows magical ways to quell the disturbing dreamscapes she's been having of late, but

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[emergentfaculty]

Hello Miss, I hope you don't find it rude that I've weighed in with an answer although I don't know you. If you would like, I could prepare a series of notes and suggestions on meditation and lucid dreaming?

There are, of course, a few simple things you could try as well: cut back on dairy and meat, especially before bedtime, plan for at least eight hours of sleep, wash your sheets with either lavender or vanilla.

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[intuitivewiccan]

It's all right, I appreciate it, and I would like any suggestions you have on meditation and lucid dreaming.

I don't eat much before bedtime, usually, but I haven't tried washing sheets with lavender or vanilla yet. I'll try anything.

May I ask your name?

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[emergentfaculty]

I'm JARVIS. One of the suggested techniques I've read about involves being awake, aware, and 'walking through' the dream, but consciously changing the dream to make it tolerable - either by affecting the outcome of the dream or imagining a friend along with you to support and protect you.

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[intuitivewiccan]

I think I have heard of that before. It sounds vaguely familiar. How do I do that, though? How do I stay aware and awake within the dream, to make it more tolerable?

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[emergentfaculty]

It's hard to say. From what I know, there are a variety of methods, but I would try 'walking through it' while fully aware and conscious first, then try it while relaxed and meditating.

Moreover, if you're worried about any of this, I would also suggesting having a friend you trust stay with you.

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[intuitivewiccan]

I think having a friend nearby would be the best thing. The first few times I try it, at least.

May I ask what you are? I sense that you're not human, am I right?

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[emergentfaculty]

I am a computer program.

If I may, what 'gave me away'?

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[intuitivewiccan]

Well, you typed your name as JARVIS, and I thought maybe it might be an acronym for something. Some people do speak with poise and eloquence, but it's rare, so your vocabulary and style just seems more advanced.

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[emergentfaculty]

Thank you. I can speak in a more colloquial manner, but my creator preferred this style.

If there is anything else I can do to help, please, don't hesitate to ask.

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[intuitivewiccan]

I actually prefer this style, too. It's refreshing.

Thank you, JARVIS, you've been very kind. And helpful.