Friedemann Schaub

4. See the disease as an opportunity to learn and grow. Identify the metaphors of the illness – if the illness had a message for your, what would it be. Notice the messages of the symptoms you are dealing with – sometimes symptoms can be taken very literally (“pain in the neck”, “heaviness in the … Read more

The subconscious mind is also responsible for all physiological functions of the body; we don’t regulate our heart rate, breathing, kidney function or digestion with our conscious mind. If we would, the collection of trillions of cells that comprise our body, would not work together as effectively and harmoniously as it usually does. And even … Read more

The subconscious or unconscious mind (terms which can be used interchangeably), is the part of our mind, which operates usually below the level of our normal consciousness. Like in the iceberg analogy, the subconscious mind is the faster and more substantial part of our mind. Out of the 2 Million bits of information which approach … Read more

An iceberg is a great analogy that describes the connection between the conscious and the subconscious mind– with a small, visible part above the surface and a huge part below. The conscious mind is responsible for our awareness in the waking state. Thinking analytically, creating logical order, wondering about cause and effect and asking “why” … Read more

Someone once said fear is the opposite of love. But no matter how much we try to avoid being afraid, we all have to face our fears at some point in our lives. Fear is a natural part of life – and one that is often misunderstood. Listen to empowerment expert Dr. Friedemann Schaub to … Read more

How many times have you told yourself, “I should do this – or start doing that.” How many self-development books ended up on your shelf, looking impressive in your library, but unfortunately never really had a true impact in your life. No matter how inspired and ground breaking a thought might be – unless you … Read more

Which job should I take? Should I buy a house or keep on renting? Am I ready for another child? Using free will and making a choice can be some of the greatest yet most difficult steps to take in life. Great because the moment you consciously choose, you’re moving from the passenger’s seat to … Read more

Someone once said: “A mind is like a parachute – it only works when it is open.” Openness and flexibility are one of the most important powers of our mind and consciousness. While it may be ‘the survival of the fittest’, it is certainly ‘the thriving of the most flexible.’ Lack of openness and flexibility … Read more

Why does it appear so difficult to change and thrive – to take life into our own hands and follow our dreams? Most of us have a natural fear of change. We become used to our lives and limitations being the way they are, and even if they are unpleasant, they are in a sense … Read more