“Before you were born, the universe assigned each one of us a personal hater.
And if it were not for this person to muddy the waters in our otherwise peaceful existence, life would become one big gigantic bore.”

Have you ever had a friend or coworker who gave you their unsolicited two cents about your personal life? Or a lover who refused to support your goals because they thought your dreams were unattainable? Perhaps you have a parent or a sibling who is constantly second-guessing your opinions, regardless of whether you have proven that you are a capable, independent adult.

Now, thanks to the worry and doubts of the salty people in your life, your spark has been ignited, and you’re out to show them that you’re not the wallflower they think you are! Come hell or high water, you will prove them wrong!

If only we realized that the universe had intentionally endowed these people to exist for one purpose: to spark our initial passion for life.

Salty People is an eye-opening narrative about moving beyond those who are envious of you, forgiving and finding peace with your past, appreciating the haters in life, and using these experiences as motivation to become the best version of yourself. In this humorous and profoundly relatable book, communication expert Charles Rivers emphasizes how the salty people in our lives work to inspire our dreams more than kind words would. Once we understand who strengthens us and weakens us, we can become more successful.

Author Biography

Charles Rivers is a relationship communication expert and teacher. With numerous best-selling motivational narratives, Rivers uses light humor and relatable experiences to connect with listeners of all ages and backgrounds. Rivers has appeared on television and has spoken weekly on a show entitled Relationship Thursdays. He is an army combat veteran and the winner of the Civilian Medal of Valor for bravery.