Dr. Friedemann Schaub

Many of us don’t dare to show who we really are. Even if we were to ignore the COVID-pandemic and other global challenges we’re confronted with, modern-day life has become increasingly stressful.  We no longer slow down to listen to our thoughts, to face our emotions, or to ask deep questions such as “What do I really want?” “What is my purpose?” or “What is the meaning of life?” As a result, we feel increasingly ungrounded, powerless and disconnected from ourselves, which further triggers stress and anxiety. So how can we break through this vicious cycle and get back in touch with who we are?  0:00​ - What does it mean to "Get Real"? 3:20​ - How our insecurities cause us to make assumptions of others 6:50​ - So how did we get "unreal"? 9:00​ - How high achievers become disconnected with themselves 11:07​ - How our "owner's manual" was written by someone else 15:44​ - The hardest things we need to do in order to start getting real 19:15​ - The damage competition does to us 22:51​ - An exercise to start

Do you sometimes feel that you live on autopilot, going through the motions, dutifully attending to your obligations and 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 to do to move our lives in the right direction. My guest on this last episode of Empowerment Radio is productivity and wellness specialist Melissa Steginus, who just released her new book Everyday Mindfulness: 108 Simple Practices to Empower Yourself and Transform Your Life. Melissa's motto is that Your time and energy are your most precious resources. Her new book is your master manual for reconnecting with yourself and your inner resources so you can take immediate action to transform your life. Join Melissa and I on Thursday, March 18th at 9AM PT / 12PM ET and learn simple practices on listening to your body, understanding your feelings, gaining mental clarity, and managing your time and energy to pur

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 change, failure, loss and powerlessness. Yet, rather than addressing these fundamental fears, we usually focus on battling their different expressions as they surface. When a tree continues to produce unripe or flavorless fruit, just polishing the fruit or discarding it won t solve the tree s problems. To truly overcome our fears, we need to address them at their roots. Join me on Thursday, March 4th at Noon ET on Empowerment Radio, learn how to resolve your deepest fears and build a stronger foundation of trust and confidence.

Finding 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 he or she did. It s because your brain has been mis-programmed. That s according to the vast research done by relationship counselor Dr. Gary D. Salyer, Ph.D. in his breakthrough new book, Safe to Love Again: How to Release the Pain of Past Relationships and Create the Love You Deserve. Join Gary and me this Thursday and the roadmap to healthy, secure and lasting relationships.

Are you the first one raising your hand when your church or community center is looking for a volunteer? Do you financially overextend yourself to once again help your sibling who just can't seem to catch a break? Or, are you the one patiently listening to your friend's problems for the umpteenth time, but never share your own personal struggles because you don t want to be a burden? Pleasing others while putting our own needs on the back burner isn t a virtue or a sign of generosity, but more often a long-standing, self-defeating pattern. If you are ready to stop pleasing others at the expense of your own health and happiness, tune into this episode of Empowerment Radio on Thursday, February 4th at Noon ET / 9AM PT.

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? Imagine you could discover your underlying operating system that creates the way you see the world, your beliefs, behaviors, and relationships to money, health, love... What if you could suddenly understand why you are facing certain challenges and how to move beyond them. And what if you could gain crystal clarity on what is best for you to thrive in life? All of this is possible through the fantastic work of my 2 guests today, Tahnee Woolf and Allen David Reed, founders and authors of Ten Terrains of Consciousness. Join us on this episode of Empowerment Radio and learn how the Ten Terrains of consciousness can help you to understand your true purpose and discover the best strategies to help you thrive in your life. Read mor

For most of us, 2020 was a very strange and challenging year one that we are more than happy to leave behind. But what if you can not look forward to the future because all you can see are the traumas of the past? What if the weight of loss, pain and uncertainty holds you back from entering into the New Year with lightness, hope, and positivity? Join me on Thursday, January 7 on Empowerment Radio and learn how you can start the new year with a clean slate and positive momentum.

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 miracles events that fill us with wonder and bafflement. My guest on this upcoming episode of Empowerment Radio is author, researcher and philosopher, Dr. Michael Grosso. In his latest book, Smile of the Universe: Miracles in an Age of Disbelief , Dr. Grosso provides evidence for the reality of phenomena we perceive as healings, levitation, bilocation and much more. Join us for a mind-expanding interview and learn why Dr. Grosso believes that miracles are facts of the natural world pointing toward something supernatural.

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. Some may have encountered these challenging emotions for the first time, while others may have felt even more trapped and overwhelmed than usual. Most people who are anxious and afraid wonder how they can get rid of these utterly uncomfortable feelings. There is a lot of confusing, misleading and disempowering information about fear and anxiety out there. One common misconception is that we can get rid of these emotions by either fighting or ignoring them. In my almost twenty years of experience helping people overcome fear and anxiety, I can tell you that the opposite is the case. The best way to heal fear and anxiety is to approach them with curiosity and compassion. How? Join me this Thursday, December 3, on Empowerment Radio, where I will answer this and any of your questions on how to grow from and beyond fear and anxiety. Send me your questions at hello@drf

We are living in a time when many people are feeling the weight of the world on their shoulders global and personal stress, financial challenges, illness, loneliness, depression and lack of purpose. What if there was a pathway out of turmoil and towards a life of happiness, peace and abundance. Mabel Katz is the creator of Zero Frequency, a philosophy which helps people enjoy the many possibilities that life has to offer when we return to our natural state of Zero. We experience the state of Zero Frequency when we live in the moment - present, conscious, free of judgments, when our heart is open to the wisdom within. Join Mabel Katz and me on Empowerment Radio this Thursday, November 19th at 9AM PT / 12PM ET and discover how Zero Frequency can help you to reclaim your life and rediscover your joyous self.

Are you feeling wired-tired? Stressed out because of the election, the worsening pandemic and the uncertainty of the future? At the same time, are you feeling exhausted because there is just too much to be worried about right now? As we go through this period of challenges, it is tempting to search for comfort and reassurance in the newest poll numbers, messages on social media, or conversations with others that share our views. Yet, at some point, we realize that no matter how much time we spend watching the news or scrolling through the web, we still feel uneasy and off-balance. The reason is that with all the distracting chaos and noise that surrounds us, we have lost connection with ourselves. Yet, to traverse these turbulent times with clarity, peace, and positivity, we can t let our mind get tossed around like a feather in the wind. Instead, we need to become like a tree that weathers the storm: rooted in serenity and integrity, flexible in how we approach every day, and open to let the light of truth

Imagine you've had it all - a flourishing career, a stable marriage , and financial abundance. And then from one day to the next, all is taken away from you. Wouldn t your confidence be shattered? This is what happened to Kate McGuiness, my guest on the next episode of Empowerment Radio. Within a short time, she found herself from being a high-flying Los Angeles lawyer to existing as a divorced, broke exile in an Iowa farm town. But this was just the beginning of her journey. In her new book, Confidence Lost Confidence Found, which she wrote especially for women, she describes the insights and tools that helped her rebuild her confidence in a stronger and more sustainable way. Like Kate, if you found that your life has been turned upside down and your confidence is nowhere to be found, join us on Empowerment Radio, Thursday, October 15th at 9AM PT / Noon ET and learn how you can regain the belief in yourself and the motivation to make your life even better than ever before.

Are you worried about the upcoming election? Afraid about the future of our democracy and the direction our country is heading? If you, like so many of the people I talk to, suffer from election anxiety, join me on this upcoming episode of Empowerment Radio, Thursday October 1st at 9AM PT / Noon ET to share your thoughts and feelings. Learn effective tools on how to stay calm and centered during this pivotal time in our history.

Stress is at the root of a long list of emotional and physical challenges, including anxiety, depression, heart disease and cancer. Stress can also greatly diminish the immune response to viruses and bacteria. This is especially of significance right now, as we are going through one of the most challenging periods in our lifetime. Facing the risk of COVID-19 on a daily basis, we cannot afford to let stress take over. My guest on this upcoming episode of Empowerment Radio is Master Mingtong Gu, a man who brought a profound 5,000-year-old form of Chinese healing - Wisdom Healing Qigong - to the West. Join me and Master Mingtong on Thursday September 17th, 9AM PT / Noon ET, as he will share how Wisdom Healing Qigong can help you increase your resistance to COVID-19, decrease your stress, feel more connected in a time of isolation, and even heal faster if you ve been infected.

Do you often feel more like a follower than a leader? Disempowered by what s going on in politics, by COVID, the state of the economy, and the state of the environment? Following along when it comes to adapting to the newest trends, buying things that you don t even need, working on the body you are told you should have?Imagine how freeing and empowering it would feel to become the leader of your life, living every day with purpose, joy, and authenticity. How can you get there?Tune in to the next episode of Empowerment Radio, Thursday September 3rd at 9AM PT / Noon ET, and learn the four skills that will help you to take ownership of your life.

Do you struggle with your emotions? Do you feel that you have a mental health challenge, but you haven t found the courage to ask for help? When it comes to mental health, there is still a stigma that has held many people back from seeking professional help to work on their emotional well-being. My guest this week on Empowerment Radio is on a quest to destigmatize mental health issues. Actor and author Maurice Benard has been for decades on a journey to overcome his own mental health challenges. Famous for his role as mobster Sonny Corinthos on General Hospital, Maurice never shied away from sharing his struggles with bipolar disorder. In his New York Times bestselling book, Nothing General About It Maurice shares how his mental health issues began to surface in childhood, how he struggled to understand the jolting mood swings he experienced, and how a doctor finally saved his life. Join Maurice and I on Thursday, August 20th on Empowerment Radio for a fascinating and important conversation that will g

We are living in unprecedented times where we are facing countless challenges, but also opportunities for significant change. Do you also feel sometimes overwhelmed and tired by everything that is going on right now? Does the uncertainty of the future of the country make you feel stressed and exhausted at the same time? Now more than ever, we need to find time to calm our minds and replenish our energy. Join me on this episode of Empowerment Radio, on Thursday August 6th at 9AM PT / Noon ET, where I will share with you how to use meditation and self-hypnosis to quickly relax, recenter and rejuvenate. After all, to make the best of these times, we need to be at our best.

During these challenging times, many people have found their lives have been turned upside down. Maybe you are one of them and you are asking yourself, how do you deal with these traumatic and life-changing events? How can you find the strength to not let yourself get deflated and discouraged by the overwhelming obstacles you are facing? Dr. Lycka s life collapsed in 2003 when he was diagnosed with ALS and given six months to live. Harriet Tinka endured being kidnapped, stabbed, and being left for dead. Despite these traumatic experiences, both grew stronger and more determined to not be the victim of their circumstances. Dr. Lycka persisted and is now a transformational speaker and thought leader. Harriet Tinka became an empowerment expert who inspires audiences across North America. Join Dr. Lycka, Harriet and myself on this episode of Empowerment Radio on Thursday, July 16th at 9AM PT / Noon ET, as they introduce the book they wrote together, The Secrets to Living a Fantastic Life, in which they share

Most people stay away from certain aspects of their lives that make them feel uncomfortable, whether it is a dental appointment, dinner with the nagging in-laws, or the stack of bills that has been piling up in the drawer. Yet, there are four things you should no longer avoid if you want to gain more confidence and self-worth, which are change, conflict, emotions, and yourself. While the avoidance of change lets you get stuck in your comfort zone, staying away from conflict prevents you from having a voice, advocating for yourself, or setting boundaries. Ignoring your emotions makes you go through life without inner guidance, and avoiding yourself, in the end, leads you to never feel at home and at ease with who you are. Join me on Thursday, July 2nd at 9AM PT / Noon ET on Empowerment Radio and learn the insights and tools on how to make letting go of avoidance comfortable and empowering.

Have you been continuously feeling that 2020 is shaping up to be one of the most intense years of our lives? As we are going through a time full of uncertainty, pain, outrage, and loss, it is normal to feel overwhelmed. Many people tell me that with everything that is happening in the world right now, they feel frazzled, ungrounded and exhausted. But they often don t know how to slow down their minds, relax their emotions, and recharge their energy. My guest on this week s Empowerment Radio is Dr. Susan Shumsky, author of 17 books and world-renowned expert in meditation and healing. Join Susan and I, as we will talk about how to use the subtle energy centers of our chakra system to regain peace, balance and perspective during these most turbulent times. After all, only when we are clear, courageous, and open-hearted, can we build a more equal, just, and sustainable world for all.