Friedemann Schaub 
Albert Einstein said, “Do you remember how electrical currents and ‘unseen waves’ were laughed at? The knowledge about man is still in its infancy.” Emotional health is one of the areas that cause more head-scratching than certainty. One of the most fiercely discussed topics is whether feelings such as anxiety or sadness are created by … Read more
On April 1st, I am launching my new podcast, Get Real with Dr. Friedemann. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, a new episode will air on Facebook Live and YouTube Live. And of course, you can catch up on all episodes on my YouTube channel. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Do you know … Read more
Do you sometimes feel that you live on autopilot, going through the motions, dutifully attending to your obligations – utterly unaware of your body and what happens in the present moment? Most of us are so busy that we forget to focus on how we really feel, what we truly desire, and what we need … Read more
There are plenty of reasons to be afraid these days. But whether we are worried about COVID, flying, loneliness, our financial security, or the uncertainty of the future, most of our concerns are rooted in four major fears – the fear of change, failure, loss, and powerlessness. Yet, rather than addressing these fundamental fears, we … Read more
Finding or preserving love during COVID has been challenging for many. But even before, you may have struggled with finding, holding or maintaining deep, safe and long-lasting love in your life. The reason isn’t that you’ve been jinxed, the lovers you’ve attracted have been selfish and insensitive, or your partner no longer cares the way … Read more
Are you a people pleaser? Are you the first one raising your hand when your church or school is looking for a volunteer? Do you financially overextend yourself to once again help your sibling who just doesn’t seem to get it together? Or, are you the one patiently listening to your friends’ problems for the … Read more
Have you been feeling lost lately? Are you not sure how to approach the new year so that it does not become just another mountain to climb, or another circle to go around without an ending in sight? Have you been wondering – who am I and why am I here in the first place? … Read more
The beginning of the new year is an excellent opportunity to draw a line in the sand and start fresh with a clean slate. Considering that 2020 was a very strange and challenging year for most of us, leaving the past behind sounds like a lovely idea. But what if you cannot look forward to the future … Read more
We have entered the age of disbelief. As cynicism and populism relentlessly attack science and common sense and the lines between lies and truth become almost indistinguishable, doubt and distrust replace curiosity and open-mindedness. So the notion that miracles exist may appear completely ludicrous. Yet, throughout history, humans have always had extraordinary experiences we called … Read more
While our society may appear as divided as ever, there is one thing we all can agree on: 2020 made us come face to face with fear and anxiety. This Thursday, I will be answering your questions and more on these emotions. Some may have encountered fear and anxiety for the first time, while others … Read more