tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.comments2012-05-07T15:15:11.964-07:00The Leaf CatcherDax M Tuckerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-34865220616673756982012-05-07T15:15:11.964-07:002012-05-07T15:15:11.964-07:00I wanted to tell you that I am glad you are back a...I wanted to tell you that I am glad you are back and also I loved your book The Leaf Catcher. I couldn't put it down. And it goes very well with your post for today. Will be looking forward to more of your writing.<br /><br />Bonnie House- <br />disciplesnook@gmail.com <br />disciplesnook@blogspot.comdisciplesnook@blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12383539691155471764noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-32801443886316156002012-04-29T14:23:41.320-07:002012-04-29T14:23:41.320-07:00Sounds very intersting. I'll have to check it ...Sounds very intersting. I'll have to check it out...Rita Monette, Writerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11008739873911008728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-76296162235974602812012-03-11T12:05:33.079-07:002012-03-11T12:05:33.079-07:00Cognitive theory is definitely an interesting fiel...Cognitive theory is definitely an interesting field of study. I recently changed my life just by changing my mind.Christopher M. Humphrieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15350910357557203580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-76812501795413927412012-03-01T22:49:51.680-08:002012-03-01T22:49:51.680-08:00It is an everyday thing. From the time you open yo...It is an everyday thing. From the time you open your eyes to a brand new day, you have the choice to build it as one those the best days of your life, or a sad, mundane yesterday that you are too keen to forget. I agree with you, the magic lies in the conept of "perception" which defines our experience of life more than anything else.Preeti S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08367363156339655332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-23197265372893916142012-02-06T11:33:53.241-08:002012-02-06T11:33:53.241-08:00Glad you're back!Glad you're back!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-40911761081873440862012-02-04T23:39:49.465-08:002012-02-04T23:39:49.465-08:00Thank you Morgan,
Yes, our thoughts are the one t...Thank you Morgan,<br /><br />Yes, our thoughts are the one thing that, no matter if we are poor or unfortunate, we can control to enjoy the best quality of life we are able to.Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-43075183908899510322012-02-04T23:35:17.757-08:002012-02-04T23:35:17.757-08:00Thank you Paul,
Well said, and this is exactly on...Thank you Paul,<br /><br />Well said, and this is exactly one of the main messages in The Leaf Catcher!Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-82612905911148239392012-02-04T23:34:00.713-08:002012-02-04T23:34:00.713-08:00Thank you Shirley, I look forward to hearing what ...Thank you Shirley, I look forward to hearing what you think of The Leaf Catcher's story, its messages and philosophy!Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-6405956881269125332012-02-04T23:32:09.810-08:002012-02-04T23:32:09.810-08:00Thank you C.L. I agree, as a matter of fact when I...Thank you C.L. I agree, as a matter of fact when I received my first rejection for my book I was actually excited because it felt like I was finally initiated into the world of professional writers. I would probably feel like I had missed out on an important part of a writers career, struggling through adversity, had I simply had my work accepted the first time out:)Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-17433206497145045302012-02-04T10:51:46.726-08:002012-02-04T10:51:46.726-08:00Love this. It's amazing how much time we waste...Love this. It's amazing how much time we waste on negative thoughts... and what are thoughts? Nothing. I've just recently discovered that yes, we are able to control our thoughts--or, able to choose what we dwell on. So important to shove out the negative and choose to perceive the good. I think most people go through life without coming to this discovery... sad. Thank you for sharing this! I can tell you are one of those brilliant people ;) <br /><br />New follower... I look forward to your future posts! :DMorganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15747144518868320969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-80039732395163174532012-01-17T06:55:40.931-08:002012-01-17T06:55:40.931-08:00Back when I began querying agents for my first boo...Back when I began querying agents for my first book, I jumped into that dark part of the game like a champ. Smiles, big hopes and wild imagine-if's. But, as the rejections rolled in (as they do for so many of us, sadly) I felt the weight of disappointment and self-doubt settle in, like an unwelcome visitor. But, it forced me to turn my back on the empty, form rejections, and figure out why I was getting them. Because of that, I learned so much about the business, agents, and publishers, as well as what they're looking for during that initial contact period. It was my silver-lining moment. Now, when the rejections come, I look at them in a different light. A light that tells me it will happen when the time is right and the road is mine to travel. Great post.C. L. Freirehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15724143030799780533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-32080372284329474672011-12-18T15:56:56.841-08:002011-12-18T15:56:56.841-08:00Interesting point. I'm going to look for your ...Interesting point. I'm going to look for your book now.Shirleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04337958837908666504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-51840151043870907212011-11-10T14:58:14.033-08:002011-11-10T14:58:14.033-08:00Thank you Kairee, I am honored, and I hope you fin...Thank you Kairee, I am honored, and I hope you find the story both entertaining and enlightening.Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-13820194644795852952011-11-10T14:28:03.040-08:002011-11-10T14:28:03.040-08:00Thanks for sharing that. I just got a coupon from ...Thanks for sharing that. I just got a coupon from Barnes and Noble for 25% off! How did they know that I was just about to buy a book. Not just any book...The Leaf Catcher. It sounds wonderful--can't wait to read it!Kairee Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12950695364164909159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-59111512727283722382011-11-01T13:56:54.601-07:002011-11-01T13:56:54.601-07:00It has been said that those in positions of power ...It has been said that those in positions of power never let a good crisis go to waste. Why can't we ordinary folks do the same? If we seek out the upside to the downs, the opportunities misfortunes may present, then perhaps we would be able to find more gems as we go through life. <br /><br />A very thought-provoking post!Paul Maitrejeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01178785063824974646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-63115419492120184652011-10-21T11:07:17.046-07:002011-10-21T11:07:17.046-07:00I haven't purchased an e-reader. I download st...I haven't purchased an e-reader. I download straight to my laptop from Amazon for e-books. I want to wait for the market to shake out a little more (and prices to come down more than they have). Eventually I'll buy an e-reader and I agree, it opens up many possibilities not available with print alone.<br /><br />Nice blog and congratulations on getting over 1200 views. Keep it up.Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14000624091487296756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-17038638270069720872011-10-17T11:17:52.917-07:002011-10-17T11:17:52.917-07:00Such a great person you are, Dawn. Having become y...Such a great person you are, Dawn. Having become your friend, read your book, and felt your story, I can say that every parent should read this book. Great guest blog, and thanks, Dax, for having her!!R.S. Guthriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16601818066347058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-43698452040827512842011-10-15T22:32:38.473-07:002011-10-15T22:32:38.473-07:00Thank you Alexis, yes the internet social network ...Thank you Alexis, yes the internet social network can indeed be a positive way for communities to be brought together in ways not possible before...we are brothers and sisters in the writing community now:)Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-11569601519484402312011-10-15T13:46:13.590-07:002011-10-15T13:46:13.590-07:00This is one of those things that marks any good cr...This is one of those things that marks any good creative community. I am sure there are exceptions to this rule, however, they are few and far between. <br /><br />One of the best things about being alive during this day in age is the connection writers can have with one another. When I wake up and find another writer following me, or someone has retweeted my words or a link to my book, I feel supported, even though we have never met face to face. Thank GOD for the internet, blogs, and Twitter. It facilitates long distance bonds of support that were previously unknown to us. <br /><br />From one writer to another, thanks for your post, and good luck. ;-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05634264247783669380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-73736124004819423882011-10-10T14:42:26.406-07:002011-10-10T14:42:26.406-07:00Thanks all, it is truly great to be a part of the ...Thanks all, it is truly great to be a part of the community of writers of which you are part of as well!Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-91496450012711876552011-10-10T14:26:59.476-07:002011-10-10T14:26:59.476-07:00Nicely said.Nicely said.William Kenneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10204333210111653382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-14597900570790062842011-09-27T11:39:43.563-07:002011-09-27T11:39:43.563-07:00You have a way of making me feel better about myse...You have a way of making me feel better about myself.Just Another Day in Paradisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09000340056295891353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-44720692261390546892011-09-27T11:07:53.375-07:002011-09-27T11:07:53.375-07:00Thank you all for both your positive and insightfu...Thank you all for both your positive and insightful comments so far on this post! I enjoy the company of intellectuals such as yourselves.Dax M Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686945644286545607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-7716099754742359532011-09-27T09:48:09.936-07:002011-09-27T09:48:09.936-07:00I believe in Agency. Our right as individuals, hum...I believe in Agency. Our right as individuals, human beings to choose. I also believe that Agency does not grant us the right to choose every scenario of our lives, only the intrinsic way we each will choose to deal with the daily challenges of life. <br /><br />I'm a cancer survivor.Just Another Day in Paradisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09000340056295891353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4096381719114870854.post-67189491708075616232011-09-26T22:14:17.978-07:002011-09-26T22:14:17.978-07:00Dax! As a psychotherapist + writer, I love your co...Dax! As a psychotherapist + writer, I love your concept. I am a big proponent of cognitive therapy which is fundamental to the mindset you are describing. I'm intrigued!Becky Aud-Jennisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08941299091599695495noreply@blogger.com