Fear and anxiety are widespread phenomena in our society. Much of what we are afraid of makes little sense from a realistic perspective. And yet we continue to give our fears more and more space – instead of learning to deal with them consciously and constructively. How does this happen? What Is Fear? There are forms of fear that are entirely appropriate. If I am crossing a road, it is wise to remain alert in order not to be hit by a vehicle. This type of fear sharpens our pe

Stop abandoning yourself. A little each day. Every time you make yourself smaller than you are. NO YES TO YOURSELF = NO REAL LIFE If you do not give yourself a clear yes, you are not living your life, but an adapted version of it. Then others try to categorise you, evaluate you, shape you. And you go along with it. Not because it is right — but because you do not trust yourself. As long as you do not accept yourself, you will search everywhere for validation. And it will neve

In my recent blog newsletter entries, I have written about control dramas and their transformation — patterns we as human beings live out when we are not connected to our own inner energy. THE STRUGGLE FOR SURVIVAL Each of the control mechanisms mentioned here is rooted in the original fear that, without connection to our parents, we would not be able to survive. In childhood, our parents are indeed the foundation of our survival. And when, as children, we needed energy in or

In this blog newsletter, I now write about the “Interrogator” and his transformation. Here too, it becomes clear that everything oscillates between the two poles of fear and love. THE INTERROGATOR A transformed “Interrogator” often channels his curiosity and interest into research. Supported by his further developed talents in interpersonal communication, it then becomes natural for him to become a teacher, life consultant, or lawyer. The best business consultants were once,