By: Tommy Kelley
While reading a book recently, I came across a character who, for fear of being criticized, started delivering deliberately childish work. This attitude, a clear sign of anxiety, touched me deeply, as I myself have experienced how anxiety can prevent us from reaching our potential.
How many of us, dominated by anxiety, retreat into a comfort zone, avoiding trying our best to have an excuse if we don’t succeed? This self-sabotage, while understandable, can keep us stuck in a cycle of mediocrity, reinforced when our minimal efforts are still praised due to our natural talent.
But what if we could free ourselves from this prison of anxiety? What if we could overcome the fear of failure and allow ourselves to shine in all our radiance? This is exactly what happened to me when I decided to face my anxiety head on.
Through a personalized health report, which analyzed my genetic data, laboratory tests and lifestyle, I discovered the causes of my anxiety and received specific recommendations to combat it. In my case, the Kava supplement, which acts on the brain’s GABA system, was the key to a quick and remarkable transformation.
When looking at my reports, ferritin and ALT were some of my non-optimal lab markers. The prKavapal gene that affects my anxiety is the SLC6A1 gene. The SLC6A1 gene produces the GABA transporter protein 1 (GAT-1), which is crucial for transporting GABA from the synaptic cleft back to neurons.
GABA is the brain’s main inhibitory neurotransmitter, helping to reduce neural activity and promote relaxation and calm. If GABA reuptake is inefficient or overactive, it can disrupt the GABA balance in the brain. This imbalance can contribute to high levels of anxiety, as the calming effect of GABA is compromised.
Anxiety made me believe that I was destined for a limited life, but before long, I discovered that I could be so much more. And all this thanks to a personalized approach that attacked the root of the problem.
It’s important to note that Kava may not be the solution for everyone. Each person has their own causes for anxiety, and what works for one may not work for another. The beauty of personalization is finding what works for you, whether that’s through supplements, therapy, lifestyle changes, or a combination of approaches.
If you identify with the story of the character in the book or with my own experience, don’t despair. Anxiety doesn’t have to be a life sentence. With the right tools and a personalized approach, you can free yourself from the fear of failure and reach your full potential.
Don’t let anxiety define you. Discover your own “Kava” and embrace a fuller, more fulfilled life.
