C.H.A.R.G.E. Up Your Life! is the first book in a series of books based on the Take C.H.A.R.G.E.! Solution, a model that addresses the six components necessary for an upbeat and healthy life. This unique model was designed to be adapted to many circumstances including: for businesses, couples, parents, teens, etc. The Take C.H.A.R.G.E. Solution is the ultimate tool because it defines the six critical barriers that ultimately hinder success. In C.H.A.R.G.E. Up Your Life! the model is incorporated in an easy-to-follow way to help readers attain the love, success, and happiness they want in their lives. We believe that each of you has the answers to most of your problems within you, so the information and exercises in C.H.A.R.G.E. Up Your Life! help you to become aware of your personal stumbling blocks and learn how to work through them in a way that is comfortable for you. Understanding the six barriers of the Take C.H.A.R.G.E. Solution helps you to have the life you desire. The 6 barriers to Love, Happiness and Success are: low self-esteem, anxiety and stress, self-limiting behavior, unsatisfying relationships, unhealthy boundaries, and negative thinking. The two creators of The Take C.H.A.R.G.E.! Solution bring a wealth of experience to the writing of this book. Ellen has worked as a psychologist, both in private practice as well as public and private schools, for over 20 years. She runs parenting workshops, groups for children and adolescents, and has counseled individuals as young as 3 as well as adults, couples, and families.Connie, the co-creator, is an experienced educator with over 30 years experience as an elementary and middle school teacher and administrator. She has led many workshops for teachers, using the six components in this book, to give them strategies and skills to realize the goals they have for their students.
