Archive for September, 2011
30 Educational Resources for Life Coaches
A master’s degree in counseling can lead you into many career decisions during your lifetime. Life coaching, which has been recognized as a profession for about two decades, might be one of your career choices. Originally started by the late Thomas Leonard, life coaching developed into a leading personal growth service that is coming into its own, along with special training and certification. The following information provides resources for Continuing Coaching Education (CCE), which refers to formal courses and seminars that teach skills or tools directly related to ICF (International Coach Federation) Core Competencies, certification information and tools that you might use for yourself or for future clients. Read the rest of this entry »
Counseling Corner: 50 Best Blogs on Bullying
Although the fictional character of the bully, such as Nelson on “The Simpsons,” can be amusing and even touching, real life bullying is not so pleasant. Going far beyond the lunch money taking bunch of old, bullying has taken on whole new tactics and comes with far more serious and sad outcomes. Although not every bullying instance makes it to the evening news, that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be taken seriously.
If you or someone you know is being subject to bullying and needs some anonymous and discrete help, check out the below 50 best blogs on bullying. They are written by experts, advocates, counselors, and even the bullied. Although a good choice for reading and sharing bullying experiences, they are no substitute for seeking and finding professional help when faced with constant bullying. Read the rest of this entry »