Sunset Shifting

Sunny (He/they) [Profile pic from Picrew creator chereverie]

[sunsetshifting]

What IS Reality Shifting? (+ Intro!)

Hello! I am Sunny (He/they)! I’ll do my best not to format this like an essay I phoned in at 2 am, but I might slip up, so bear with me. 

[If I don’t cover something you’re curious about, feel free to shoot me an ask! I’ll answer anything that I can. Now, without further ado...!]

Reality Shifting (Less commonly referred to as ‘Quantum Jumping’) is the practice of becoming aware of your consciousness in another reality, and ‘moving’ from your Original Reality into your Desired Reality.

The reality that you ‘shift’ to (aka your Desired Reality/DR) can be absolutely anything, from being the exact same your Original Reality but with your bedroom being a different color to a reality where you’re roasting marshmallows with Izuku Midoriya! Regardless, wherever you choose to go, it is equally as real as this reality that you’re currently reading this in.

All that aside, how do you actually attempt shifting? There’s a variety of methods, such as the Julia Method, Raven Method, or a simple guided meditation. For today, however, I will be explaining one of the simplest methods.

Whilst you can shift with intent alone, if you’d like to have something physical to assist you, then the Pillow Method may be what you’re looking for. To perform it, one must write down their shifting script (or even just some shifting affirmations) on a piece of paper and place it under their pillow. And… that’s it! Just go to sleep, and tell yourself that you’re going to wake up in your desired reality.

Woah, but, wait a second, what even goes in a script???

Glad you asked! A script is pretty much just a set of filters or directions for wherever you’re trying to go, but (usually!) formatted in a more wiki-like or narrative fashion (depending.) Here is a breakdown of what a script MIGHT look like:  https://www.tumblr.com/sunsetshifting/716606328592809984/how-i-format-my-scripts-with-pictures?source=share

Additionally, whilst the amount of time it takes to shift successfully is varied (taking anywhere from one single attempt to multiple years of on-and-off work), it is still something that ANYONE can do. NOBODY is unable to shift, even if they believe otherwise. Of course, a positive mindset will help you shift faster, though!

For further context, I’ve defined a few terms below~^^

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CR = Current Reality     and     OR = Original Reality

CR/OR are the most popular ways to refer to the reality that you reside(d) in prior to shifting to your Desired Reality (another term I’ll define momentarily.) Though there is arguments to be had about which phrasing is more accurate, both are still generally accepted. To simplify it, the reality that you are currently in as you are reading this is considered your CR/OR.

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DR = Desired Reality     and     IR = Intended Reality

DR/IR are the most popular ways to refer to the reality that you desire to shift to. Again, it’s a matter of opinion whether DR or IR should be used, but both are generally accepted.

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WR = Waiting Room

A WR, or a Waiting Room, is a place that some shifters use as a midway point between their OR and their DR. As with any other reality, this place can look any number of ways, but most people tend to script a few aspects consistently, such as: 1) A bedroom and/or place to edit your scripts 2) A butler or friend of some sort (ex. Sebastian Michaelis) 3) A number of doors or other ways to enter their various DRs.

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Script

A paper or document laying out what you expect to be present within the DR! Think of it like a roadmap to wherever you’re trying to go, or filters on a search engine (or on AO3.) As a reminder, here’s the example from earlier.

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Safe Word

A word that the shifter selects ahead of time that will instantly transfer them back to their Original Reality! (Alternatively, you could script that it brings you to your Waiting Room, as I have. :3c)

Similarly, one could script a ‘safe action’, such as clicking their heels three times.

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Symptoms

Symptoms refer to physical or mental side-effects related to shifting. They are NOT necessary to shift! You can shift without having symptoms. That being said, many people do experience them in the form of dizziness, headaches, a feeling of floating, and so on.

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Shifting Method

A ‘Shifting Method’ refers to a specific set of steps that someone might follow in order to shift. These can include guided meditations, performing a specific set of steps, and other things like that. There are dozens of methods, with some of the most popular being the Julia Method, the Raven Method, and the No Method.

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Clone

‘Clone’ is a non-literal term for the version of your consciousness left behind once you’ve shifted to your desired reality. It is a version of you that continues to exist whilst you’re away, doing all the same things you would regularly do, typically completely unaware that you’ve shifted until you return and merge with the consciousness.

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Permashifting

‘Permashifting’ refers to the practice of not returning to your OR after shifting to your DR. It does not mean that you cease to exist in your OR, as your clone will still be present.

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Respawning

Similar to ‘Permashifting’, though different in one crucial way! ‘Respawning’ refers to the practice of shifting out of your OR and severing all ties with it, thus disallowing yourself from shifting back. This CANNOT happen by accident, so don’t worry about that!

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Blockage

A ‘blockage’ refers to something preventing you from shifting realities. These typically include low confidence, lack of faith, and the like. However, you CAN still shift with blockages! Most people simply find it more difficult.

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Affirmations

Positive statements that one repeats to themself to assist with belief in whatever they’re proclaiming. (Examples being ‘I have shifted’, ‘shifting is easy’, and ‘I am in my desired reality.’)

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Subliminals

‘Subliminals’ are extremely quiet, nearly inaudible, affirmations, typically played alongside music (with or without lyrics.) They are not necessary, but do assist some people in gaining confidence or comfort in their shifting journey. Be sure to check the comments and make sure that nobody reports negative side-effects, as some subliminals are laced with negative affirmations (though they are a minority.)

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Time Ratio

A ‘time ratio’ refers to a ratio set by the shifter that dictates how time in their DR passes in relation to their OR. While you could script that time simply does not pass in your OR whilst you’re ‘away’, most people script a specific (but generous) ratio of relative time passage. Commonly, these will be something along the lines of one week in their DR being equivalent to one hour in their OR.

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Shifting Portal

A ‘shifting portal’ is something that one can conjure up within a lucid dream. Typically, this is how people utilize the ‘lucid dream method’ to shift realities. A portal can effectively be anything, from a door to a literal magical portal. The purpose of said portal is to act as a trigger for waking up in one’s Desired Reality. (As well, they are typically more successful if 1. the dream is stable, 2. you have said multiple specific affirmations before walking into it.)

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CC = Comfort Character

I feel like most of us understand what a comfort character is, this is just how you shorten it when typing.

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Scenario

A specific event or set of events that you have scripted to happen at some point after you’ve arrived in your Desired Reality. (Example, one could script that they and Draco have a date at a carnival and he wins them a prize.)

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Important FAQs:

Isn’t reality shifting just lucid dreaming?

No, actually! Reality shifting is an entirely separate action/series of actions when compared to lucid dreaming. When one shifts, they are becoming aware of their consciousness in another reality, and are thusly in control of that body, and generally do not return until they want to return (unless otherwise scripted.) A lucid dream, meanwhile, takes place entirely within one’s own mind, and is not someplace you can stay indefinitely, unlike your DR. (However, you CAN use lucid dreams to trigger a shift via the aforementioned shifting portal/s.)

Isn’t Respawning/Permashifting dangerous? Don’t you have to die to do them?

Not at all! You absolutely DO NOT have to die in this reality to permashift/respawn. As well, it is not selfish to want to respawn or permashift, and is in fact fully understandable. For a more in-depth explanation, I recommend checking out this post, as they go into more detail about it than I am capable: : Respawning: A Full Rundown (tumblr.com)

What if I die in my Desired Reality!?

You’ll be okay. If one were to die in their DR, they would wake up in their OR. I am personally uncertain if you could return to that DR, though I assume that you could script that you somehow came back to life or were reincarnated. Unfortunately, the trauma of dying will still linger, so it is best that you script that you simply cannot die.

Can you move when doing a method?

Yes! Despite what early Shiftok would have you believe, you don’t have to be stiff as a board or in the starfish position or what have you to shift. Some people have even shifted whilst taking a shower!

Am I allowed to make up my own shifting method?

Of course. In fact, it’s usually encouraged! Personalizing a method to yourself really helps you grasp what does and doesn’t work for you!

How long should I try a method before switching it?

Around two to four days is recommended, from what I’ve seen. I also recommend breaks in-between method-based attempts, but they’re not strictly necessary! They just help keep you fresh and not tired. <3

If I shift to an anime, will everything be animated?

This is entirely up to you! Some people script that things appear as they do in this reality, whilst other people choose to script that things appear animated. It is entirely up to your own preference and makes no functional difference.

What if my clone is evil?

Are you evil? If no, then this is not a concern. If yes, then this is still not a concern. Your clone will not do anything that you yourself would not do. Ergo, if you wouldn’t tell your best friend to jump off a bridge, your clone won’t either.

What if I want to commit crimes in my DR, like murder?

My first advice for this is to seek help. The people within your DRs have emotions and feelings the same as you and I, ergo killing someone there is no different from killing someone in your OR.

Is it cheating to date someone in one reality, and then someone else in another?

Nope! The realities are completely separated, and would have existed regardless whether or not you were present to witness them. For all intents and purposes, they are functionally completely divorced from one another. (If this is something you’re still concerned about, however, I recommend scripting that romantic feelings do not carry between desired realities, or that you simply don’t fall in love with anyone except your one [or more] chosen person[s].)

Is it safe?

Shifting is completely safe! You cannot become stuck or unable to shift back. If you are still concerned about such things (perfectly valid feelings for something so new and strange), you can (and SHOULD) script a safe word or safe action to bring you back to your OR or WR immediately. Scripting additional safety measures (such as not being able to die, be kidnapped, etc., etc.) is also highly recommended.

What’s a good resource for more information?

My two primary sources are Reddit and Youtube. I find Youtube to be more helpful (Particularly Shimmey Shay, Cass Relf, and Kristeau!) for motivation, meditations, methods, and the like. Reddit, on the other hand, is typically more helpful for figuring out specific things that you may want to script (typically compiled in huge threads) or finding other people shifting to the same place as you that you may want to speak to (though still be sure to exercise caution when doing so.)

Is TikTok a good source of info for shifting?

Most of the time, no. It’s good for memes and motivation, maybe even the occasional storytime, but not for information. Misinformation is most often spread about shifting through tiktok, and the nasty comments don’t help much either (nor does the frequent drama.) Take everything you hear about shifting on Tiktok with a grain of salt.

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Thank you for reading, and happy shifting!

[sunsetshifting]

what should i affirm for respawning?

(Quick note: My internet has been failing on and off all day/night, so I might not have another post up tonight, but hopefully it'll be fixed by tomorrow?? So sorry abt that!!)

Doing the asks a lil out of order, sorry this took so long btw!

Before I start, I’m going to quickly clarify the difference between respawning and permashifting, just to make sure you make the best choice! (Affs and advice included at the end.) :>

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To quickly remind everyone:

Respawning is shifting and scripting that you completely forget your OR/CR. It is completely cutting ties with your original reality, and is irreversible. IT DOES NOT MEAN DYING IN THIS REALITY!!! A version of you will still remain behind, so absolutely DO NOT give up on life here, or make plans to end your own life! It will not, in any way, help to do that. /srs

(I urgently repeat, do not attempt to hurt yourself or take your own life just because you’re desperate to shift. Dying is a long-term solution to temporary problems, and will only forward pain onto those around you, as well as those you care about. Respawning is not about that. Dying is not part of respawning. Self-harm of any kind is not part of respawning. It will not help. Please, take care of yourselves and stay safe.)

Permashifting is shifting and simply not coming back. You still remember your OR/CR perfectly well, but you just willingly don’t come back. This decision is reversible, should you so choose to come back, someday.

So Respawning is permanent, and Permashifting is reversible!

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Now that that’s cleared up, affirmations for respawning, permashifting, and regular shifting are generally pretty similar.

Any normal affirmations will work, such as “I am shifting”/”I have shifted”/”I am my desired self”/etc etc. That said, there are specific subliminals for respawning which you might find particularly useful! Since it’s such a big decision, I’d recommend ‘shopping around’ a bit on youtube to find some good, reliable sources (should you choose to use them), such as channels like Slade, Kween Subs, and mxrahki. :>

Something that could also help (and that helps in general with shifting) is affirming things specific to your DR self, but as if they’re already true and present in your reality surrounding you. Examples could include affirming your DR self’s name (like saying “My name is XYZ”) or where you live, as well as where you intend to wake up.

If you’re looking for basic affirmations, though, a good list would include smth along the lines of:

I am in my desired reality. I have respawned into my desired reality. I am pure consciousness. I am choosing to experience my desired reality. I am a master shifter. Shifting is as simple as breathing. I shift often.

Alternatively, some people find it easier to phrase the affirmations like questions! This is also an option to try out, if you believe it could help! Those would go more along the lines of:

Why is shifting so easy for me? Why can’t I stop shifting? Why do I shift every time I try? Why do I always shift on the first try? Why do I shift so often? How am I this good at shifting?

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TLDR: Shifting affirmations between respawning, permashifting, and normal shifting aren't all that different, as it's still the same process, just with a slightly different end result.

Shifting is also super personal, so experiment and see what works best for you! Hopefully that made some sense?? I'm a little tired, but happy to upload something for you all! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to send another ask! :3c

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

I’M BACK FOR REAL

WELL WELL WELL.  If it isn’t me. Again.

I once more apologize for dropping off the face of the earth for like 3 weeks, I’ve got my life together now! Mostly, anyway~

I’m going to finish off the asks in my askbox (5 in total) and then work on some cool stuff! Maybe make a list of shifting methods, or picrews that’re helpful for DR self visualization, or something! :3c

Idk if the posts will be up tonight or by tomorrow night, but they’re coming! Pinkie promise

[sunsetshifting]

Hey guys, I hope those posts aren’t too weirdly worded?? I’m really tired atm;; but I wanted to update since it’s been a few days!

I promise, I’m still getting to the rest of my asks! I hope the answers and resources I’ve provided so far will be helpful during the wait <3

[sunsetshifting]

hi! i have a question is shifting wrong? i saw an account that says shifting to date/be friends with someone is wrong and that its dehumanizing now im feeling really guilty for wanting to Permashift for my s/o 😭

Aww, no, of course it's not wrong to shift for someone (╥ω╥)

When you shift for someone, you're simply shifting to a reality where you two were already destined to be together. The reality exists whether you choose to go there or not. You're not any more wrong for wanting to experience that reality than you are for wanting to experience any other reality (this one included!)

I believe the idea that "shifting for someone is wrong" comes from the misguided belief some people seem to have that you're creating your DR, rather than locating it. You are not forcing anyone to feel a certain way when you shift, regardless of what you script; nor are you imposing on anyone's free will. You are just finding the specific timeline wherein they already felt/will feel a certain way about your DR self (who, as it stands, is present whether you choose to shift there or not! The relationship was always going to happen, whether you were there to witness it or not. ヾ(´∀`* ))

I can't imagine any way that wanting to spend time with someone could be seen as 'dehumanizing', unless you were shifting solely to upset that person and make their life hell (which I'm assuming you're definitely not, considering you're shifting for an s/o!)

I hope that makes sense?? It's definitely a worry I've struggled with, before, but luckily I've had the resources to learn and understand the situation better :3c I hope you can use this as a resource, as well.

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

Hello! I have a question about the lucid dreaming method.

so, i have recently started having lucid dreams at night. I think its from the subliminals i listen to, because i haven’t before i started using them to shift.

so in my dreams, i realize that i’m dreaming, and then i try to make the portal. But nothing happens.

A little note: i can’t close my eyes in my lucid dreams because i either wake up or i lose lucidity. So instead i turn around and think of the portal being behind me.

so my question is, since i haven’t really lucid dreamed until recently, does this mean i can’t control my dreams yet and use this method?

sorry this was so long, i just needed to clarify everything. Thanks and please help!

I had a similar struggle when I first started using the lucid dream method, so I totally get that. I also can't close my eyes practically at all in my LDs (TヮT)

Fret not, however, you can absolutely still use the lucid dream method! It'll just take some practice!

Contrary to what some people believe, most people aren't good at lucid dreaming on their first few tries (or even first dozen tries.) Same goes for the lucid dream method for shifting.

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Personally, my first few shifting attempts via the lucid dreaming method were messy, to say the least! I'd sometimes struggle to summon the portal, or even remain lucid long enough to remember what I was trying to do in the first place. It was slow goings, and I think what made it even slower was trying to shift before I learned to lucid dream.

So, while it's possible for you to still use the lucid dreaming method for shifting at this point, I would recommend taking a slight step back first and focusing on consistently getting lucid dreams (via whatever methods you see fit.) The most common ways to do this are:

Listening to subliminals! (I personally like this and this one!~)

Performing regular reality checks in day-to-day life. (Such as poking your palm with your finger [As, in a dream, your finger will slide right through your palm])

Consume media related to lucid dreaming. (Sounds weird, but it does genuinely improve your chances! Probably because your conscious/subconscious are influenced by things you see in your day-to-day life, so seeing something about lucid dreaming might trigger you to dream about it or remember it in your dreams.)

Now, of course, that doesn't mean you can't attempt to shift via lucid dreams in the meantime, but what it does mean is that it might be more beneficial to you to study the 'fundamentals', as they were, rather than jumping straight to the second half of the equation. Lucking out is all well and good, but if you're trying to set up a consistent method for shifting, taking a moment to better understand what helps you with this, arguably easier, task will help you astronomically in the long run. :3c

So, TLDR, yes you can still use the method whether you're 'good' at lucid dreaming or not but you should focus on getting consistent lucid dreams before you focus on the end goal of shifting with them.

(Additionally, a small tip! Once you know that you're in a lucid dream, start spinning around or stomping your feet. It helps ground yourself in the dream! It may not work the first time, but as I've tried it over my last few lucid dreams, it has worked better and better!)

And don't worry about the ask, it wasn't long at all~!

I hope my answers and advice were somewhat helpful?? ( ◕▿◕ )

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

hi, baby! new follower here!

just a doubt :

if i write down affirmations on a piece of paper and put it under my pillow, will i 100% shift? (i mean, if i set the intention, ofc)

There is no '100% guaranteed' method that works for everyone, as shifting is such a personal effort, but this could be a good method for you!

Trying methods is all about seeing what works for you and what doesn't, whether you take them in their entirety or piece by piece!~

That being said, this method you're referring to is called the 'Pillow method', and is a great method for people who struggle to visualize, but are good about setting intention. It's very simple, and a lot of people find great success with it!

If that's a method you want to try, I recommend giving it a try at least 3-4 times before you try anything else. Who knows, you could nail it on your first shot and shift right to your DR! :D

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

i know this is a silly question to ask to a shifting blog but is shifting like real and not lucid dreaming? i wanna shift so bad but tiktok is saying how its all in your head and the reality doesnt exist and it makes me so upset shsbsh😭

I completely understand the concern. Seeing demotivating stuff like that on tiktok is super sucky 😭😭

I can assure you, though, that shifting IS real. Having mini-shifted once, and lucid dreamed MANY times, I can tell you that the two experiences felt completely different. (I also have quite a few friends who have shifted who can back this up!^^)

When you shift, everything in that reality feels just as real as this reality (because it is!) The weight of your footsteps, the feeling of breath in your lungs, the fatigue you get from running around, it's all completely real.

I think a lot of people doubt it because it sort of sounds too good to be true, or because they gave up before they ever shifted (or, as was my case before I began to believe in it, they never tried it.)

I know how demotivating those "it's all in your head/lucid dreaming/fake" posts can be, which is why I generally try to avoid them (I usually block the accounts, since the videos are also just kinda mean?? a lot of them just make fun of shifters :( )

Just don't give up hope, yeah? Don't focus on how long its taken, or how long you worry it might take. Overcomplicating it and worrying could very well lead to it taking even longer. So long as you don't give up hope, and you keep your belief intact, you will, eventually, shift. Whether it's your first attempt, or your 100th attempt; Everyone's journey is different, but each one will, eventually, end with you shifting to your desired reality. The wait will have been worth it. All you need is one successful try to prove to yourself, forever, that shifting is real <3

(I hope that helped, somewhat?? I'm a little sleepy atm so I'm not sure if my words are all coming out right!!)

<3 Happy Shifting, and Good Luck! <3

[sunsetshifting]

Hey! tell us more about yourself id like to get to know u :DD

Sure thing! I'll do my best, anyway!~ (Under the cut bc I ramble a bit haha!)

So, the basics! My screen name is 'Sunny', my pronouns are he/they, and I'm 20 years old! I just recently had my 20th birthday (like 2 months ago), so I'm also an Aries!

I'm bisexual, non-binary, and polyamorous (or at least open to the idea of it!)

(Here is the picrew link) I look a little something like this! Although my hair irl is quite different, as the sides and back of my head are shaved short (sort of like a mohawk, I guess?) I'm also 5'5.~

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I have quite a few hobbies, including drawing, scripting (for DRs/shifting in general), videogames, and occasionally writing super purposefully garbage fanfic (it's so fun to watch my friends' horrified reactions at the awful crackfics I write.)

I enjoy a good number of medias, anything from itch.io dating sims (I have tons of recommendations on that front) to Fallout: New Vegas. I really favor RPG games, though! Undertale, Cattails, Fallout, Sun Haven, Rune Factory, all that good stuff. I'm also a pretty big fan of pop punk and rock music <3

I really love animals, and have 4 cats (Crybaby, Karkat, Steven, and Padparadscha) and 2 dogs (Pascha and Pixel.) I also really love the snakes around my house (little garden snakes), but those aren't technically my pets, haha!

I tend to spend my time on discord, chatting w/ friends about shifting, games, pretty much anything that comes to mind. When I'm not doing that, though, I tend to be reading, sketching, or napping.

I've currently got 39 desired reality scripts (Might make a post abt those later!), spanning a variety of medias that I enjoy. As said before, I've only mini-shifted (and not to a DR), so I haven't yet experienced these for myself, but I'm super excited to!

My primary DRs atm are Obey Me, Spiderverse, and my Comfort Waiting Room. (I've got 3 different WR scripts, so I like to differentiate them~)

I hope that can suffice for the moment? Whenever someone asks me to talk about myself, I always draw a blank, like I've forgotten every hobby I've ever had haha

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

https://www.tumblr.com/sunsetshifting/720973845043052544/oh-my-god-im-so-sorry-i-totally-dropped-off-the?source=share

OMG HIHI! AHHHH I really missed seeing u active on ur page since u grew to be my fav shifting acc 😭 DONT APOLOGIZE IM JUST GLAD UR OKAY, how’ve you been? 🫶🏼

KSDFJJLKDN I didn't think anyone would notice me dropping off omg (Also i'm bumping this one to the top ahead of the other asks real fast just so I can assuage any worries!! Promise the rest of the asks will still be answered <33)

I'm so happy you like my account so much!!! /gen 🫶🏼🫶🏼

Things could definitely be better;; got some really bad medical news for my grandpa :( so we're all spending as much time with him as we can. (Hence why I've been gone the last 2-3 weeks, real stressed abt it.) Gonna see him later today, actually, before I go and see my other grandparents^^

Plus all the struggle with finding a job (sooo many places want you to be 21+ or able to regularly lift 50+ pounds, neither of which I can fulfil. I've got money saved up, though, and a reliable and safe place to live, so dw about me!!)

Other than that, I've been scripting like crazy. I just scripted my 39th desired reality 😭😭which is a little nutty to think about, but super fun, regardless! I scripted all sorts of goofy DRs (including a cowboy au of Obey Me), and managed to get pretty close to shifting on a few different nights! I'm still relying on the lucid dream method, so I'm trying to boost my dream recall as well (bc I heard that helps^^.)

I'm glad there's still interest in my blog~ I've never had people notice my absence before haha!

I'll be answering all my other asks here soon, as well as posting some more stuff related to shifting (maybe some scenario ideas or another template? Both are pretty fun!) so hopefully everyone can enjoy those! <3

Blblblbl sorry for rambling a bit, but TLDR, I'm stressed but mostly happy! I've got a lot of good things to keep my mood up^^ (Not to mention the exciting changes being on testosterone is bringing!)

Thank you for asking how I am <33 I hope you're doing well, too!!

<3 Happy Shifting, you silly geese /pos <3

[sunsetshifting]

hello! i have a question, can you explain clones and how they work?

(Answering the oldest asks first! Please forgive any unclear bits, I wrote this right before I took my little break~)

Sure! Sorry this took so long, I was having a break from the blog to deal with some IRL stress <3 yk how it is haha. Regardless, I’m happy to share my thoughts on the topic!

Clones are quite the contentious topic within the shifting community, but I’ll do my best to explain it, anyway~

'Clone' is a non-literal term for the version of oneself that remains after you've shifted.

They are, all things considered, just another version of your consciousness.

But how does something like that even work?

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As stated earlier, the version of you that remains after you've shifted out of this reality is often referred to as a 'clone', though that's not an entirely genuine name for what they truly are!

Your consciousness is infinite, spread across the equally infinite multiverse of existence. Each version of you, across any reality, has a consciousness just like your own (When shifting, we actually merge with our DR self's consciousness, rather than taking it over/filling out an empty spot! Pretty cool, huh?) As such, when you shift out of this reality, something has to fill in the gap. This is where 'clones' come in!

Clones are, in truth, just other versions of oneself. Given the infinite nature of one's own consciousness, it's not too hard to leave behind another version of it to take care of things in your absence.

(For lack of a better example, think of your consciousness as an infinite water source (the 2x2 sort) in Minecraft. No matter how many buckets you take out (or universes you spread yourself across), there is always more to replenish it.)

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So now we know what clones are, technically, but what do they do?

Well, they do whatever you would’ve done! Your clone is literally just you. If you would’ve spent all day playing videogames, so would they. If you’d normally be working or doing chores, they aren’t going to flake on them just because you’re not there to witness it.

Sunny, it can’t be that simple- and yet it is.

Clones are one of the woefully over-complicated topics of the shifting community, and something people tend to focus on way too much at the start of their journey (not that I’m discouraging asking questions! Quite the opposite!) They are also one of the topics that tend to get quite a lot of misinformation spread about them, which I’m happy to help clear up^^

As such, I’ve got a little FAQ here to assist!~

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FAQs

Why are they even called 'clones'? (And is there a better term for them?)

Though I’m not 100% certain on where the term originated, my best guess would be early shifttok (think the Draco shifttok era.) Most likely, someone came up with the term off-handedly, not intending for it to be the official term (or generally not thinking too hard on it), and it simply stuck with the community long-term.

As for there being a better term, it sort of depends on who you ask! Some people just call them other selves, some people don’t give them a name, it’s really up to the individual. Personally, I only refer to them as ‘clones’ within the confines of the script, and when discussing them outside of that context, I refer to them as “other selves” or just “me”.

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What happens to them when you/I shift back?

Same thing that happens when you shift to your DR! You merge with your ‘clone’/other self. This is why you end up with all the memories that your ‘clone’ had created in your absence (if you were gone long enough for them to go around and do things.)

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Am I a clone?

If you’ve got the wherewithal to question this, then the answer is probably no. Were the answer to be yes, it still wouldn’t matter, as clones can still shift, and are equally as valid as the other consciousness that they split off of.

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Can I script changes to my ‘clone’?

Unless you’re manifesting in addition to everything else, then the answer is probably no. That is, unless you plan on shifting to a new “base” reality (aka a new CR), wherein you could reasonably script whatever you liked.

If you plan on returning to your regular CR/OR, though, then the answer is no. If you wouldn’t normally get straight A’s or workout daily, then scripting that your clone will won’t do anything, as they have just as much free will (and motivation to do those things) as you do.

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Does my 'clone' know that I've shifted?

For some reason, this seems to be an extremely contentious question within the shifting community. To keep things simple, it seems to vary from person to person. Some shifters claim that their clones are aware enough to write down various things about their shift, some shifters claim that their clone had no idea. Personally, I was asleep for my whole mini-shift, so my clone didn’t really have the time to do/think anything. (I will happily update this section once I’ve fully shifted, however!~)

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I hope those answers helped in some capacity! Like I said, I wrote this all right before I took my break, so it might be a little fuzzy. I was pretty tired that day :<

I'll be getting around to all the other asks in my inbox (8 in total) within the next few days! (Today included!) I'm attending a birthday party later today, so I won't be back for a good few hours, but once I am, I'll get right to work on those asks! If I find the time, I'll try to work on them while I'm at the party!~ (If anyone's curious, it was my nephew's second birthday a week ago! This is his second party, as my dad couldn't attend the first one, so it's a lot smaller and more casual :3c)

Happy to be back! And as always-

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

Oh my god im so sorry i totally dropped off the face of the earth for a bit there!! I promise, ive seen the asks in my inbox, and i am ready to answer them. If you've submitted an ask, it'll be answered in the coming days!! <3

Irl stuff has been mad stressful 😭😭 but hopefully I can get back to regular posting, soon! Thank you for being so patient <3

[sunsetshifting]

hii! this isn’t a shifting ask but i’d just like to let you know that you’re genuinely so lovely i wish you were more popular ☹️ i see the way you reply to your anons and it’s so sweet and comforting. you really gentle with your words, you’re heaven sent 🫶🏼 I HOPE YOUR BLOG GROWS!! you deserve it you’re fr adorable omg 😔💓

YOU PEOPLE ARE SO NICE TO ME /pos

I'm so glad people love my blog so much!!! <3

Hopefully I'll see some growth once I figure out the tiktok thing...? I'm trying to grasp how people tend to post on there, first (I'm bad at video editing, so I'm also grappling with that, haha.) Whether my blog grows significantly or not, I'm so, so happy that people enjoy it and take comfort in it!^^ Everyone deserves a source of comfort, and I'm so happy my blog can be that for someone <3

<3 Happy Shifting, and thank you so much for sending this ask in, it really makes my day /gen <3

[sunsetshifting]

how long have you been into shifting? :0

Honestly, I only got into shifting in early February of this year!

Prior to that, I was extremely skeptical/outright dismissive of the idea of shifting. It just sounded so incredible that I couldn't really believe it??

After watching some very lengthy and detailed storytimes/accounts of shifting (mostly Shimmey Shay, Kristeau, and Cass Relf), however, my tune changed (definitely also encouraged by a deep and sudden connection to one of my comfort characters.) I already believed in the multiverse, so this actually didn't stretch too far outside of what I already believed. It just sort of... clicked? All at once? To where my conscious/subconscious was absolutely certain about the legitimacy of it (I have a bit of a habit of realizing things all at once, rather than over time, hehe^^)

So far, I've minishifted once (a few weeks back, maybe a month at this point?) and I've gotten awful close to a full shift in the last few days.~ :3c

[sunsetshifting]

this may be a dumb question but how does shifting work? like i believe its possible but i wanna know how its possible 😶‍🌫️

Not a dumb question at all! In fact, that's a really, really good question that I'm happy to share my opinion on!^^ :D

Shifting is not an exact science, nor is it something that everyone can inherently agree on the logistics or inner workings of. I can, however, provide my own take on it!~ Prepare yourself, though, this is definitely gonna be a long post.^

(Additionally, I will be sharing five tips that helped me on my shifting journey <3)

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(This can easily twist into something very difficult to explain, so I'll try to keep it as simplistic and accessible as possible.)

From how I gather things, shifting is the practice of becoming aware of your consciousness in another reality, and then 'moving' (not literally) from your OR/CR to your DR/IR.

Of course, there's more to it than that! We want to know how it works!

Shifting, generally, works by convincing your conscious/subconscious mind that you are already exactly where you want to be (or are on your way there.) In doing this, you are aligning your consciousness with the version of yourself that you desire to be (your DR self!)

Something that can help to explain this is the law of assumption, popularized by Neville Goddard; the 'law of assumption' refers to the belief that your beliefs, positive or negative, determine your reality. By making use of this principle, whether we're aware of it or not, we are able to shift across realities!^^

"It can't really be that simple, can it?" It can, and it is! Shifting is a very simple task, all things considered (though simplicity does not equate to how easy it is to perform.) Related to that talk of difficulty, it's important to acknowledge that everyone's shifting journey is wildly different. Some people shift on their first try, some people shift after three years, it all depends on the individual. It's important to keep a positive mindset and figure out what works for you. To help a little with this, here's 5 things that helped me with my journey~

Stop comparing your progress/journey to someone else's- They are not you! What helps you shift could be completely different from what helps someone else. You should not be forcing yourself to adhere to the rules and constraints of someone else's journey, as it will only end up slowing you down in the long run. Find what helps you. If other people's methods or tips work for you, great! If not, don't force yourself to use them! Speaking of methods...

Don't rely so heavily on methods- Now, what exactly does this mean? I want to be clear, I'm not saying that you shouldn't use methods! What I'm saying is that you shouldn't place so much importance or emphasis on the method itself. Methods aren't actually necessary for shifting! They're simply used to build confidence for an attempt, or to help you focus! The method is NOT what makes you shift. YOU are what makes you shift! By placing so much importance on the method, you're distracting yourself from making actual progress and focusing on things that could actually be helping you to shift (such as connecting to your DR, scripting [If you want to, as this is also not necessary!], or just taking care of yourself and your sleep patterns [if you're using sleep methods.])

Take breaks- I promise, you will not lose progress if you take breaks. In fact, taking breaks could be really good for you! Attempting to shift daily/nightly can be absolutely exhausting, due to how mentally draining the process can be (due to the amount of focus or energy people tend to put into it), so taking breaks is darn-near essential. Coming back to things with a refreshed mind (after the break) can also lead to better results, as you may return with ideas or revelations that you were too stressed or too tired to have had prior to the break! However, don't just take breaks for the sake of benefitting your shifting journey. You should also be taking breaks to benefit yourself. Your health, your comfort, your ability to function, all of that comes before shifting, always. <3

Don't bother with anti-shifters or their rhetoric- If you're anything like me, seeing anti-shifting rhetoric can be quite the mood or motivation killer. Not to say you shouldn't ask questions about shifting, or ignore people who do, because that's absolutely not the case! What I'm referring to when I say "anti-shifting rhetoric" or "anti-shifters" is people who interact with the community in bad faith. This refers to people who accuse shifters of being delusional, having mental disorders, or simply calling them 'stupid'. These people are not interested in actually discussing anything, and there is no point in interacting with them, as they're more often than not already completely set in their ways and uninterested in actually learning about shifting or hearing anybody out. As such, there's no reason to burn yourself out trying to talk to them, or even acknowledging their posts/comments. It's only going to demotivate you :(

Relax and stay positive- The most common sort of advice when it comes to anything of this nature, but nonetheless extremely important. It's crucial to remind oneself to relax, and to take things at one's own pace. This relates back to tips 1-3, but is still important enough to be said on its own.^^ There is no rush, no time limit, nothing of the sort. The reality you're attempting to shift into isn't going anywhere, it will not slip away from you simply because you haven't yet shifted there. It will be there, waiting for you, no matter how long or how short your journey is. A way of looking at it that really helped me (think I saw it on tiktok or youtube? Please someone tell me if they know what account it was from!) is that each shifting attempt is a single step up a staircase. Some staircases have ten steps, and some have one hundred steps. What they all have in common is that they all end. Keep taking things, one step at a time, and you will eventually reach your goal.

Whew, okay, that was a lot. I hope that helped, in some capacity? It took me a lot longer to write than I thought it would, haha. Sorry I sorta hijacked your ask to elaborate on some other stuff, but I thought it would be helpful, nonetheless!~

Feel free to send another ask if you need any more clarification, alright? I'm always happy to help :)

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

Hi! I don’t know if this is a question you get asked often but i saw this somewhere.

So, as each of us are all our own individuals with thoughts all across the infinite universes, what happens to the “you” once you shift to your dr? Don’t they have their own awareness and you’re taking over it with your own or does it like merge or something? Or do we all just one single awareness and the others don’t. Tiktok really confuses me because this is a big topic going around shifttok 😅 People are constantly saying the other versions of us don’t have an awareness but have a consciousness but some are saying we all have awareness all across the multiverse. It’s giving me a crisis because i want to figure out, does it merge or what 🥲

Does this make sense? 🥹

Once you shift to your DR, you merge with that version of your consciousness! It's pretty cool, actually!

Additionally, once you've shifted there, you gain all the memories and knowledge that your DR self has/had (further adding credence to the idea of your consciousness merging with your DR self.) Were it to be the case that one was taking over another version of their consciousness (rather than merging with it), I don't believe you would gain their/your memories, which definitely helps to support the earlier point of merging^^.

Every other version of you across any reality has always had a consciousness/awareness like your own (honestly, why would this reality be any more special than the others, and be the only one where you held awareness? /nm /gen) whether they are also aware of shifting or not. When you shift, you are merging with that consciousness, and acknowledging a version of yourself that has always existed.

And yes it makes perfect sense, don't worry! (Unless I've misinterpreted it;; 🥹) I've had these concerns before, myself, and it really helps to have some reassurance on the topic^^

If I misinterpreted it or wasn't clear enough, feel free to send another ask! (Again, hectic week, so my brain's not fully on the ball, haha!)

<3 Happy Shifting! <3

[sunsetshifting]

IM READING YOUR RESPONSE TO MY ASK (the ones with multiple questions) AND YOUR REPLIES GAVE ME SO MUCH COMFORT. it answered all the questions i need, YOURE SO SWEET ILY thank you angel ☹️💕

Me upon reading this ^^ /pos

I'm so glad I could help you out!!! <3 Ily2! /p

I love, love, love it when people send in questions or asks, it's so important to have those resources available for everyone (baby shifters, experienced shifters, curious people, whoever!)

If you ever have any more questions, don't hesitate to send another ask!! And good luck shifting! You'll get there soon!!! <3

<3 Happy Shifting, and Stay Hydrated <3