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Old 08-24-2008 | 12:46 PM
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Wow... that was some good stuff right there. Very good post.

I like the Dr. Phil one the best....


4. Expect to see a Deer, Buck, Bear, elk………….
Another one that sounds dumb as a box of rocks right?.......again it isn’t!

You need to fully prepare your mind to actually see that animal you’ve been dreaming of, you WILL see a buck and he’s going to come from here, here, and here. Or maybe even over there.
Things can go from slow motion to fast forward in an instant and an unexpected adrenalin rush can send a situation that would normally find you in complete control to one that feels like it’s spinning out of your grasp and you need to do something quick to change it.
This can lead to full blown case of buck fever or shakes which generally makes the rest of these steps and clear headed decision making a tough task to accomplish!
So nip it in the bud and prepare yourself mentally with a good calm, positive mindset that has you confidently expecting what is going to happen and that you’re ready for it.

I know you’re saying “DUH!?”

Trust me we’ve all been zapped with that jolt of adrenaline because were simply praying to see an animal and were on pins and needles or conversely didn’t have high hopes and fully expected to see nothing. Both are a recipe for disappointment from the start.

Be in control of the situation before it even starts.

Ok enough Dr. Phil.

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