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by Denesia Christine Huttula (Author)
The Bridges of Chara: an allegory of your brain's emotional landscape is a story about a young woman who winds up on the island of Chara. Chara is the Greek name for "Joy", and everything on Chara feels like joy. She soon discovers that there are other islands nearby that she must learn to travel to- islands like fear, anger, sadness, disgust, and hopeless despair. She quickly discovers that these are important, valuable places to visit, but they are not good places to call home Journey with her and discover life on Chara, life stuck and stranded away from Chara, and finally how to build bridges back to Chara and make a home there Includes 6 weekly small group discussions and a "scientific breakdown" in the back for those that want to know more. Back Cover Text: Do you long for a life that feels even and smooth? Do you get tired of the rollercoaster of emotions that you or your loved ones seem to be on? Do you have children that seem to struggle constantly with negative emotions? Do you wonder why some people seem to have an easier time at finding joy and peace? In The Bridges of Chara- an allegory of your brain's emotional landscape, life coach Denesia Huttula presents a story that will open your eyes to truths about your brain and emotions that will change you from the inside out. As you read, you will:
- Be transported into an imaginary land that will help you grasp emotions like never before. Escape the confusion of emotional outbursts by understanding what the brain needs to process feelings effectively, both big and small. Recognize the places in your life where you've had joy, and the places where you longed for joy, and take hold of a new roadmap for a joy-filled life. Overcome the struggle of feeling stuck in negative emotions as you identify with Eden and consider new ideas for allowing the Holy Spirit to assist you with them. Gain new understanding for your relationships as you examine this model of the brain's design for joy.
Author Biography
Denesia Christine Huttula, or "Deni" as she's known to her friends, lives in the foothills of North Carolina with her husband, two dogs, and a cat. Her two children are both grown and venturing forth in their own lives. A former photographer, with a bachelor's degree in psychology, Deni is now a Certified Life and Recovery Coach and works side by side with her father, Ed Khouri for his non-profit ministry: Equipping Hearts for the Harvest. Deni has an artist's and a therapist's heart and a Native American soul. When she's not working or writing, she spends her time exploring the nearby mountains. She has discovered great joy and peace in her relationship with Jesus after many difficulties in life and now has a calling to help others do the same. Visit her website www.theopenbench.com to get to know her even more.
