Clara emphasized that in the final analysis, it made no difference whether power descends on us in a state of wakefulness or in dreams; it is equally valid in both cases, the latter being, however, more elusive and potent.
"What we experience in wakefulness, in terms of power, should be put into practice in dreams," she continued, "and whatever power we experience in dreams should be used while we are awake. What really counts is being aware, regardless of whether one is awake or asleep."
She repeated it, peering at me,
"What counts is being aware."
Clara Grau to Taisha Abelar
The Sorcerer's Crossing
