ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Lucid dreaming

Lucid dreaming is when you realize you are dreaming while you are dreaming. You know that what you are seeing and doing isn't real, but you can still control what's happening in the dream. It's like having a special kind of superpower that lets you have all kinds of adventures in your sleep. It can feel like a rollercoaster ride - or you can make it happen however you want! Lucid dreaming can help you practice new skills, solve tough problems and even have some fun with your own imagination.