In the early 90’s, I quite frequently realized I was dreaming and could then take control of my dreams. In 1994, a friend of a friend explained lucid dreams to me and astral projection.
Since then, when I realize I am dreaming, I have tried many times to contact “something/someone” while in the dream state. So far, I have been unsuccessful, but I believe that it just hasn’t been the right place/time/plane ... yet.
Maybe I’ll meet you there one day.