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Dare to Take Charge: How to Live Your Life on Purpose
For nearly ten years, Judge Glenda Hatchett has delighted TV audiences with a brand of justice that turns the everyday into something eminently watchable.
Her message can be distilled into the following two words: Dare Yourself. Whatever obstacles or fears one faces, Judge Hatchett's prescription implores readers to write their own story in this life. With care and conviction, Judge Hatchett uses real life stories from the courtroom and her personal life to counsel readers. Shows them how to find their true purpose and gifts, to be real about their reality and its potential outside of challenging circumstances, and to always be true to themselves.
Interactive as well as inspirational, DARE TO TAKE CHARGE challenges the reader to ask self-reflective questions that lead to moments of self-discovery and a defined pathway to healing. Daring her audience to study the positive with the same interest and intensity that they study the negative, Judge Hatchett uncovers the potential for grace and success in lives that are now punctuated with despair and unfaithfulness.
Her message can be distilled into the following two words: Dare Yourself. Whatever obstacles or fears one faces, Judge Hatchett's prescription implores readers to write their own story in this life. With care and conviction, Judge Hatchett uses real life stories from the courtroom and her personal life to counsel readers. Shows them how to find their true purpose and gifts, to be real about their reality and its potential outside of challenging circumstances, and to always be true to themselves.
Interactive as well as inspirational, DARE TO TAKE CHARGE challenges the reader to ask self-reflective questions that lead to moments of self-discovery and a defined pathway to healing. Daring her audience to study the positive with the same interest and intensity that they study the negative, Judge Hatchett uncovers the potential for grace and success in lives that are now punctuated with despair and unfaithfulness.
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272 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2010
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October 29, 2010
It is no secret that I am no big fan of self-help books. Furthermore, I am no fan of reality television, no matter the genre. With that in mind, I decided to look at Judge Glenda Hatchett’s book with an objective eye. At first I was not very impressed as it did not seem much different from any other self-help book. However, Dare to Take Charge picks up when Hatchett relays experiences from her courtroom and the lessons she has learned in her life. Her warm tone and common sense advice brought me over to her side. However, I did feel slightly cheated when I noticed that there are some details of her life she tries to gloss over after going into great detail about the lives of others. Something about it felt a little dishonest, which is a no-no when it comes to self-help books for me. However, Dare to Take Charge is a rather good read. There is not much new in it, but there are a few uplifting stories that may do the soul some good. Even if you are not in the market to make a drastic change in your life, you may enjoy this book.
TaKeshia Brooks
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TaKeshia Brooks
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March 4, 2011
Judge Hatchett hits the mark with this book. Excellent stories to illustrate her points. My kudos to her.
July 18, 2015
Awesome book about listening to your inner voice and following your dreams. I heard Glenda speak and she's incredible!
May 24, 2019
My summary of the messages in this book are as folliws: You are ultimately the master of your own destiny. Dare to dream and commit to it with daily actions. Your actions, not your past or your history or environment, define you. You are the master of your own destiny, so make it happen. Give back to your community by sharing your blessings and gifts, and live a life of purpose. Put away all negative thoughts and people, see your glass full all the time and take charge of your life.
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October 6, 2010
This book,Dare To Take Charge,is a special gift from Judge Glenda Hatchett. The writing style of the book is filled with a caring heart for her family, the young people and parents she met while on the bench in Fulton County, Georgia. This book also shows her intense interest for the community when she is not sitting on the bench. Judge Glenda Hatchett is one of those people who carries her heart on her shoulder for all to see. She has a heart of action that will reach out at any time to help a person out of a dark place and into a healthy, well lighted environment. If she needs extra help, she will call and ask for it. Believe me she knows lots of important people. These other people are capable of turning a person's world around too.
There are so many memorable anecdotes in DARE TO TAKE CHARGE. One true story is about a young boy who had been abandoned. He needed his mother so badly. He was like melting putty without his mother to guide him through life. Judge Hatchett saw the boy's body trembling as he stood before her. He needed emotional care immediately, not a month, a year but as quickly as possible. Judge Hatchett told her staff to get his mother in court by the end of four hours. Of course, the staff didn't see how this task was possible in such a short time. However, they did find the mother in the given time. This is one of Judge Hatchett's beliefs. When people have a purpose, nothing is impossible.
There are many life stories in this book including Judge Hatchett's personal stories about becoming a lawyer, working as a CEO and as the one to face the media during Delta airlines trying time and working as a judge with hard core cases. While reading the book, I met Judge Hatchett's aunt, cousin and mother and friends. All of those people were there for her when the going got tough and the tough got going. I think of Judge Hatchett as a woman who won't stop at anything to help other people help themselves to lead a better life. She sees too much that needs doing. One time it took a friend to make her go rest while the friend cooked a meal, cared for baby and tidied the house, etc. Of course, this does not happen often because the Judge knows how to live a fruitful life. It came as a surprise to me that she is also a parent.
In this book she freely gives many workable tools. There is not one page I would tear out of this book or not read in this book. Dare To Take Charge is a treasure chest filled with gleaming jewels of wisdom. At the end of each chapter, there are journal pages to help the reader remember what to do to make life eventful and exciting. These pages are there as further help after reading what she has written beforehand.
A couple of weeks ago I heard a young person say goodbye to a group of people. She added the words "it's been real." This is why I like this book. "It's been real." DARE TO TAKE CHARGE is not a thrown together book for an author to make money and get fame and attention. Judge Hatchett wants to make life one of purpose for everybody. Just think how much better adults and children can live life if they are told "It's not what you're called but what you answer to that will define who you are."
Judge Hatchett points out the importance of giving and sharing what we have with other people. She writes, "Our blessings are meant to be shared." This was my teachable moment in the book. Now all I have to do is DARE TO TAKE CHARGE.
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There are so many memorable anecdotes in DARE TO TAKE CHARGE. One true story is about a young boy who had been abandoned. He needed his mother so badly. He was like melting putty without his mother to guide him through life. Judge Hatchett saw the boy's body trembling as he stood before her. He needed emotional care immediately, not a month, a year but as quickly as possible. Judge Hatchett told her staff to get his mother in court by the end of four hours. Of course, the staff didn't see how this task was possible in such a short time. However, they did find the mother in the given time. This is one of Judge Hatchett's beliefs. When people have a purpose, nothing is impossible.
There are many life stories in this book including Judge Hatchett's personal stories about becoming a lawyer, working as a CEO and as the one to face the media during Delta airlines trying time and working as a judge with hard core cases. While reading the book, I met Judge Hatchett's aunt, cousin and mother and friends. All of those people were there for her when the going got tough and the tough got going. I think of Judge Hatchett as a woman who won't stop at anything to help other people help themselves to lead a better life. She sees too much that needs doing. One time it took a friend to make her go rest while the friend cooked a meal, cared for baby and tidied the house, etc. Of course, this does not happen often because the Judge knows how to live a fruitful life. It came as a surprise to me that she is also a parent.
In this book she freely gives many workable tools. There is not one page I would tear out of this book or not read in this book. Dare To Take Charge is a treasure chest filled with gleaming jewels of wisdom. At the end of each chapter, there are journal pages to help the reader remember what to do to make life eventful and exciting. These pages are there as further help after reading what she has written beforehand.
A couple of weeks ago I heard a young person say goodbye to a group of people. She added the words "it's been real." This is why I like this book. "It's been real." DARE TO TAKE CHARGE is not a thrown together book for an author to make money and get fame and attention. Judge Hatchett wants to make life one of purpose for everybody. Just think how much better adults and children can live life if they are told "It's not what you're called but what you answer to that will define who you are."
Judge Hatchett points out the importance of giving and sharing what we have with other people. She writes, "Our blessings are meant to be shared." This was my teachable moment in the book. Now all I have to do is DARE TO TAKE CHARGE.
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Dare@glendahatchett
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September 1, 2010
Three Boys and an Old Lady Reviews
I had the opportunity to meet Judge Hatchett at the National PTA Convention earlier this year and was truly inspired. She shared stories of her career as a an attorney for Delta Airlines and how she transitioned from the private sector to serving as the first African American Chief Presiding Judge for the state of Georgia and later how she became judge of the syndicated show "Judge Hatchett".
Interactive as well as inspirational, DARE TO TAKE CHARGE challenges the reader to ask self-reflective questions that lead to moments of self-discovery and a defined pathway to healing. Daring her audience to study the positive with the same interest and intensity that they study the negative, Judge Hatchett uncovers the potential for grace and success in lives that are now punctuated with despair and unfaithfulness.
I had the opportunity to meet Judge Hatchett at the National PTA Convention earlier this year and was truly inspired. She shared stories of her career as a an attorney for Delta Airlines and how she transitioned from the private sector to serving as the first African American Chief Presiding Judge for the state of Georgia and later how she became judge of the syndicated show "Judge Hatchett".
Interactive as well as inspirational, DARE TO TAKE CHARGE challenges the reader to ask self-reflective questions that lead to moments of self-discovery and a defined pathway to healing. Daring her audience to study the positive with the same interest and intensity that they study the negative, Judge Hatchett uncovers the potential for grace and success in lives that are now punctuated with despair and unfaithfulness.
November 5, 2010
What a great book! “Dare to Take Charge” provides clear, definitive advice on how to take charge of your life and dreams, and get what you want. Judge Glenda Hatchett provides wonderful examples throughout her book, and presents clear steps on just how to achieve anything you wish.
Written in a friendly, easy to read manner, “Dare to Take Charge” will undoubtedly change the lives of those who take the time to read and follow the steps provided in Judge Hatchett’s book.
I received this book for free, to review. I am a member of Goodreads, Librarything, BookDivas and the Penguin Book Club.
Written in a friendly, easy to read manner, “Dare to Take Charge” will undoubtedly change the lives of those who take the time to read and follow the steps provided in Judge Hatchett’s book.
I received this book for free, to review. I am a member of Goodreads, Librarything, BookDivas and the Penguin Book Club.
November 5, 2010
What a great book! “Dare to Take Charge” provides clear, definitive advice on how to take charge of your life and dreams, and get what you want. Judge Glenda Hatchett provides wonderful examples throughout her book, and presents clear steps on just how to achieve anything you wish.
Written in a friendly, easy to read manner, “Dare to Take Charge” will undoubtedly change the lives of those who take the time to read and follow the steps provided in Judge Hatchett’s book.
I received this book for free, to review. I am a member of Goodreads, Librarything, BookDivas and the Penguin Book Club.
Written in a friendly, easy to read manner, “Dare to Take Charge” will undoubtedly change the lives of those who take the time to read and follow the steps provided in Judge Hatchett’s book.
I received this book for free, to review. I am a member of Goodreads, Librarything, BookDivas and the Penguin Book Club.
September 23, 2010
LOVED IT
I love to watch Judge Glenda Hatchett on her television show since she dispenses many words of common sense. I wasn't quite expecting this book to make me want to change my life, but that is exactly what you get when read this book. At the end of each chapter, you will read the bullet points that recap everything discussed and these are an important list to refer back to. If you have ever needed a cheerleader in your corner, the is a wonderful option if you don't have one on call.
I love to watch Judge Glenda Hatchett on her television show since she dispenses many words of common sense. I wasn't quite expecting this book to make me want to change my life, but that is exactly what you get when read this book. At the end of each chapter, you will read the bullet points that recap everything discussed and these are an important list to refer back to. If you have ever needed a cheerleader in your corner, the is a wonderful option if you don't have one on call.
February 21, 2012
I have to admit this looked like a cheesy book but I got it anyways because it was like 1 dollar at borders when they went out of business. Anyways, I am pleasantly surprised so far. It's not a ground-breaking book by any means but a nice reminder of some stuff.
My sentiments at the beginning of the book hold true through the end. Glenda relates some interesting stories of interventions that illustrate how even those in dire cicumstances can rise above them. As far as personal improvement books go this was alright.
My sentiments at the beginning of the book hold true through the end. Glenda relates some interesting stories of interventions that illustrate how even those in dire cicumstances can rise above them. As far as personal improvement books go this was alright.
September 28, 2014
Hatchett gives some fantastic advice and things to think about in an easy-to-take-in writing style. I read a chapter or two a day just to give myself time to really think over what she was saying. I also really liked the personal stories she used to illustrate her points. The story about Mother Duncan from her church encouraging her to "run on" and embrace all her future opportunities really got to me.
February 1, 2011
I am not normally a fan of "self-help" books, but I found this book to be more than just that. The theme stays constant throughout the book, "dare yourself." The author dares the reader to study the "good things" with the same interest and intensity that they study the "bad things." We all could use a good kick in the butt once in a while.
October 10, 2010
This is a self-help book on fulfilling your dreams. Judge Hatchett's courtroom show was never about ratings or punishment but on teaching people to empower their life and enrich their dreams. This book is filled with advice and courtroom tidbits on her sucesses and failures.
July 3, 2013
I got the book and it was a quick and easy read. Glenda wrote just like she talks and she gave good advice. It shows how she got to where she is today, the events that shaped her life. I would definately recomend it.
Joy
Joy
February 22, 2011
This was a selection for our first bookclub meeting. At first I thought UGHHH for bookclub. But it was a good book. Her stories were "relatable"(if there is such a workd)and informative. I will re-read to do the things she suggests in each chapter
October 5, 2010
I am not a self-help book reader normally. That said, this was ok.
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August 27, 2010Just won this book from Goodreads. Will certainly read it when I received it!
April 11, 2011
Really liked this book. Am passing this book to other family members so they can read it too.
Received this book free from Goodreads.
Received this book free from Goodreads.
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