Enjoy Darkness or the Night

the full moon, or the dynamic flow of shadows cast by passing cars. Sounds of the night are also much more interesting, because our brains are not used to them. Take in everything around you, and see the beauty of a world that no one else knows.

Tips

 * Darkness makes things and spaces seem much bigger. Don't let this scare you, but don't let it fool you either. Nothing will spoil your night like falling down the stairs because you thought they were ten paces away.
 * This is better done alone. Even though it makes things easier, having someone else there defeats the purpose of the exercise.
 * Although not required, learning to appreciate types of art and media which can be described as dark, scary, sinister, gloomy, and/or mysterious can help condition you for the night's milieu.
 * Don't be afraid that you'll become evil, or start to go "Gollum". There's nothing wrong with the dark, unless you stub your toe in it.
 * Realize that this is as much a spiritual journey as it is an exercise in strengthening your mind. Learning to see beauty in all aspects of life, even the slightly scary ones, is a massive boon to the happiness of the soul.
 * Don't fight the darkness. This where a lot of people go wrong. Instead, learn to be one with it and once it's your friend, you'll have no reason to ever fear it.
 * Avoid scary movies until you're totally comfortable at night, and then keep your mind reeled in. The human imagination is extremely overactive at times, especially in the dark, and even an open closet door can be terrifying.
 * If you think that there are things there that snuck in while you were distracted try checking in closets and spaces hidden from you.
 * Realize that your parents/siblings/peers will probably find your behavior odd, especially if you disturb them at night. Read the linked articles on "Sneaking around", in order to not disturb anybody.
 * You might ask yourself "what if 'it' gets me?" In a preagricultural setting, one had to be constantly aware of the possibility of predators (lions, hyenas) in the dark.  "It" is the remnant of such predators.  Focus on the fact that predators of this sort do not exist in the modern world.
 * While adjusting, avoid scary content related to darkness (such as the phrase "It is pitch black. You are likely to be eaten by a grue." )

Warnings

 * Don't totally forsake light. It's unhealthy and makes other people think you're really weird. Enjoy pure sunlight every bit as much as pitch blackness, and get as much.
 * Be extremely careful about wandering around when you can't see very well. It's amazingly easy to hurt yourself when trolling Dad's woodshop at 3AM. Get to know your territory in the daytime too.
 * Being out at night is no excuse to do anything illegal.
 * Remember to still get some sleep, or very strange things could start happening.
 * Know the area around you, especially if you are outside. You do not want to get caught in an unkown area with no idea how to get back.
 * It's best to let others know you are there unless you are sneaking. If you suprise people some may react violently.
 * Be careful in heavily wooded areas of animals as they will most likely know you are there even if you dont sense them. Most animals will run away and it's very unlikely that the animal will be something dangerous.

Things You'll Need

 * A desire to change
 * An open mind
 * Courage and fortitude
 * A sense of adventure
 * Common sense (for safety)

Related

 * How to See in the Dark
 * How to Sneak Around in the Night
 * How to Be a True Ninja
 * How to Exercise Your Eyes
 * How to Not Be Scared at Night