Dreaming would be the first step in astral projection.
Recall your dreams keep a journal of the events that take place.
Be aware in your sleep state, once you can do this you may be ready for Astral Projection in your awakened state.
Remember, their are many planes in astral projection.
Lower planes seem to carry the "undesirables".
You much teach yourself to rise above this plane
or learn to deal with these forces.
When you learn to deal with them in your sleep state you may be ready to deal with them in an OBE (Out of Body Experience).
Please just be aware of the issues.
You and only you will know when you are truly ready.
If you're not sure Don't Do It!!!
I hope that this information has been of assistance to you. It is not intended to scare you off from astral projection but yet teach you the correct way of learning.
A Simple Technique
The Gazing Technique-- This is to be done when going to bed. You need something to focus on;
if it is in view the moon, the stars, a crystal, a favorite doll will work well... Use whatever you like.
Just not a Candle or anything that burns!
This method involves the body falling asleep,
and you should never leave anything that burns unattended.
I usually use my crystal ball for this. Place the object within your view and lie down in your bed. Just stare at the object as you doze off.
The first few times may be frustrating.
You may just fall asleep and that's it.
But after a few tries, this worked for me.
Keep staring at the object. As your eyelids become heavy, keep staring.
Eventually your eyes will close, but you will still be able to see the object. You will still be staring at the object.
Sit up or stand up, and don't be surprised to see your physical body sleeping peacefully in your bed!
This works fairly well for me.
When you are out of your body, enjoy yourself but remember to please read about the dangers prior to attempting astral projection.
Astral Projection takes practice so do not be surprised if in the beginning you sense the "falling" feeling.
This is normal.
Your conscious spirit normally stays within your body
so naturally it will attempt to jump back in as soon as you begin to lift out; this causes the sensation of falling.
This time is yours.
Just tell people that you are attempting this and don't wish to be disturbed.