Touching Base - back to blogging soon!

Hi All -

I know, I know - it's been ages. I know how you are - many of you. So you guys know what we've been up to. For the rest of you...

We're definitely here. Educating, motivating, integrated coaching, learning skills, school prep, coaching cultural and economic shifts for families, learning, workshopping, seminaring, individual and group coaching and on and on. It's been hectic but fun. Of course in true "shoemaker's children" fashion our own site is taking a back seat in order to focus on you and your coaching/education/skills needs.

Until we're back here - we're still here. I mean here - call 646.355.8759, email 411 at dlcecc.com or tweet out on twitter @coachkiki and there we'll be, and then we'll answer and then we'll chat and then and then and then and then....

Looking forward to hearing from you -
Kiki
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RKW

NY Times Career Couch When Stress Flirts With Burnout

The blog/s will be moving to betterthinkagain.com soon but didn't want to let this one go by. Excellent article by Eilene Zimmerman in tomorrow's NY Times Career Couch column - and look for my comments as Rebecca Weingarten.

Career Couch
When Stress Flirts With Burnout

By EILENE ZIMMERMAN
Published: January 16, 2010

Q. You are a professional who is accustomed to stress, but all the uncertainty and anxiety in the workplace these days is putting you under more pressure than usual. You feel burned out — are you?

See you all soon on "Better Think Again" (play on words intended)
Rebecca (Kiki)

So where's the (new) blog???

Hey all,

It's been great hearing from you on Twitter/Facebook/email/phone and, of course, in person. We're revamping the blogs so you'll be able to access them all from one spot.
So, if you're dealing with some coaching4kids issues while at the same time making a career or other kind of transition - well, you won't have to travel very far. I mean, nowadays, an extra click can feel 'so close yet so far'.

We'll also be adding one more - that's the one where I say what I really think about lots and lots of education and learning issues. So many of you have been asking to hear it like it is - I have no choice but to tell it like it is.

We're hoping for an early 2010 launch. Until then, keep the Tweets/FB messages, emails, phone calls and personal meetings coming. We appreciate you and feel so lucky to have all of you in our lives.

Happy Holidays and remember to -
Enjoy the day your way,
Rebecca Kiki
You can always reach us at 646.355.8759, 411 at dlcecc dot com or @coachkiki on Twitter and Skype.

Back To School! Some Coaching Tips from Rebecca Kiki Weingarten for K-12 and Adults

Hi All,

How exciting! The first day/s of school, the adjustments, the anxiety and all the rest. We've been busy with our Education Workshops and Seminars and haven't had much time to post so...for those of you who were asking for some CoachKiki (@coachkiki on Twitter) info I'm going to list a couple of articles by some great people in great publications that might give you the start you need. These are some of my favorites - I'll be posting more original info as the school year continues.
Enjoy and good luck!

Parenting Magazine
The New Mom at School
Your guide to mommy cliques, scary teachers, and more
By Teri Cettina
(I'll add "new Dad/Parent" for single Dads or new-to-the-family parents!)

Education.com
Emo and Goth: What It's All About
by Amanda Morin

Better Homes And Gardens
9 Ways to Help Kids Practice by Jeff Bredenberg
9 Ways to Help Kids Practice:
Point Out the Payoff
and
9 Ways to Help Kids Practice:
Rewards, Goals and Practice

WSJ DN MarketWatch
Adults In Session by Amy Hoak
Tips For Grownups Heading Back to School

NY Daily News
Spoiled Children Concern Parents by Sheryl Berk

Emergency Planning for Adults and Children
The Co-Operater Co-op and Condo Monthly
How To Care For At-Risk Residents

For more information on our coaching, seminars, workshops and speaking engagements please email 411 at dlcecc dot com or call 646.355.8759

Have a great day and a successful school year!
RK
DLCECC

3rd National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day Coming Up Soon

3rd National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Day Coming Up Soon!
Hi All,

September arrives and with it 9/11 and all our memories of that day, the people we lost, our beloved Twin Towers, the NYC skyline, the way our world, and our perceptions of the world, changed.

We mourn and remember on 9/11 but what about the day after? What about the people who survived? What about the first-responders and everyone who experienced the day that changed everything? What about the people who suffered Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as a result of the trauma they experienced?

On 9/12 we commemorate those people, we raise awareness of PTSD and we encourage all around the nation to do the same.

The commemorations began in NY and in the years since has expanded to places all around the country. Seminars, information dissemination, support groups and workshops as well as education about PTSD is only part of what we do to raise awareness of PTSD.

This year, after meetings and many discussions we've decided to include PTSD awareness in many of the situational events and circumstances that can cause PTSD. We will continue to commemorate PTSD Awareness Day on 9/12 (September 12th) as well as continue the educational and awareness opportunities and events throughout the week of 9//12 - 9/19.

For more information please email us at 411@dlcecc.com.
Wishing everyone a healthy September,
DLCECC
Rebecca Kiki Weingarten M.Sc.Ed, MFA
Cofounder DLCECC http://www.dlcecc.com
Cofounder National PTSD Awareness Day/Week

Happy Summer and Getting Ready for Fall!

Hi All,

Yes, Yes, we know - it's been ages (except for all of you who we've been on Twitter!)since we've been here. As you know, the economic climate and all the changes it's brought with it have brought new challenges, new situations and new solutions.

Change can be tough/scary/exciting and great all at the same time. We're getting our September programs in gear and we'll be here waiting for you when you get back from all the fun and sun that July and August bring.

Some of our seminars/workshops and individual coaching topics to look forward to -

Learning Skills
Reading and Writing Are Fuuuuuuuuun!!!
Finding Focus for Kids (of all ages)
Stress Management for Kids and Families
Teaching Children About Financial Issues
Communicating With Children So They Communicate With You
Test-Stress Management
Teaching Your Children to Deal With Conflicts
Learning to Fail Successfully
Enhancing and Building Creativity in Children
Helping Your Child Succeed


and more......

Feel free to call at 646.371.5048 or email at 411 at dlcecc dot com or say "hi" on Twitter @coachkiki for more information about any of the above or for more information about individual coaching for your and/or your child or educational institution.

Have a safe and wonderful summer and we'll see you soon,
Kiki

The Economic Climate and Children/Young Adults

Hi All,

Regrets about not posting here for ages but things have been hectic!
Ok - I've seen or spoken to many of you about the current economic climate and the ways in which it is having an impact on you and those around you.

We are adding to our topics in our seminars and workshops as well as personal coaching so let us know if you have a topic you'd like addressed or an issue you'd be interested to work on.

Please call at 646.468.0608 or 411 at dlcecc dot com.

Remember first and foremost to take care of yourselves. Health comes first and then we'll work on everything else.
Rebecca "Kiki"
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Short Term Coaching
Long Term Solutions