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11/24/2025

Why do we often feel like we have to mask our true selves? Join us on a journey of discovery in our new blog post 'Unmasking: The Collapse, the Reckoning, and the Rebuild.' Your true self deserves to be seen! Read more here: https://wix.to/wywbECT

by David WethereltFor most of my life, I had no idea I was masking. I didn’t even know masking existed. I wasn’t performing. I thought I was just doing what everyone else did to survive the day. I assumed that everyone rehearsed conversations before they happened. I assumed no one slept because ...

11/21/2025

If you haven't heard of Dr. Ben Lynch, it’s time to catch up! His groundbreaking book, Dirty Genes, is essential reading for 2025. Learn how methylation impacts your health in a profound way. Read more: https://wix.to/EGyf1dC

If you have ever heard me talk for more than ten minutes about genetics, you already know the name Dr. Ben Lynch. And if you have coached with me at Like Minds, you definitely know I routinely recommend his groundbreaking book Dirty Genes like it is required reading for being alive in 2025. Why? Bec...

11/18/2025

Testing the Duffy with Udaya Dintayla CEO of CognitiveBotics. Beautiful day to test the little boat! David Wetherelt

11/15/2025

11/15/2025

New limited edition T-Shirt available for the holidays! If you have been around the science of the brain (especially Autism or ADHD) you have heard about MTHFR. If you haven't yet, do research on Methylation and the brain. Figuring out the management of these particular DNA variants may change everything for you or your loved one that struggles with various mental and physical health issues. David.

Show off your spicy genes and back Autism awareness with this MTHFR tee. This limited edition MTHFR shirt supports Like Minds Alliance and raises awareness about the ...

11/10/2025

Seeking Health is such a great organization. Like Minds has an upcoming announcement about our affiliation with them... also, I always encourage others to check out their supplements and products and of course their President's book (Dr. Ben Lynch) "Dirty Genes". Such a great read for understanding genetics (especially how to understand the issues surrounding Methylation) Get the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eWZpcuM

Ready to go deeper into your genetic mood map?

Meet MAOA👋
COMT’s lesser-known, but also powerful, cousin.

Both genes 🧼 clear key neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, heavily shaping your mood, focus, and stress response.

But while COMT works mostly in the prefrontal cortex (think focus, motivation, and estrogen metabolism)...

MAOA is your emotional regulator — managing the brain’s 👊 fight-or-flight 🏃chemistry.

🧠 MAOA’s job?

Break down neurotransmitters ❗after they’ve done their job.

That moment of calm after stress? That’s MAOA at work.😲

⚖️ MAOA vs. COMT: Similar Roles, Different Circuits

MAOA and COMT symptoms often mirror each other—but key differences matter:

🔹 MAOA plays a larger role in serotonin breakdown
🔹 It’s X-linked, meaning it works differently in men and women
🔹 MAOA symptoms often begin in childhood or adolescence (aggression, impulsivity, mood swings)
🔹 MAOA = externalizing symptoms: anger, antisocial behavior
🔹 COMT = internalizing symptoms: anxiety, overwhelm, mood instability

📌 Your Takeaway:

If you’re navigating mood challenges
❗ don’t stop at COMT. Look at MAOA.

MAOA sets the baseline tone for emotional regulation.
COMT adjusts your dynamic range for stress, cognition, and hormone balance through life.

And yes 🫢—these genes can interact.
When both are “dirty,” the risk for emotional dysregulation goes up—especially in sensitive or clinical populations.

💬 Comment “MAOA” to dive deeper into how to optimize fast or slow MAOA activity—and which supplements best support your unique brain chemistry.

Would you rather learn about COMT?

Comment: "COMT" 👀

11/06/2025

Discover the intricate relationship between oxidative stress, glutathione, and repetitive behaviors in neurodivergent individuals. Dive into recent research that sheds light on how our body's chemistry affects our mind. Read more about it here: https://wix.to/Wuf8rUE

By David Wetherelt | November 2025 Why do repetitive thoughts and behaviors, those loops of checking, fidgeting, replaying, or fixating, show up so strongly in people with Autism, ADHD, or OCD?The answer, it turns out, might not live only in the mind. A growing body of research suggests that our bod...

10/31/2025

Together, we can create a world where neurodivergent individuals thrive! 🌈 This blog dives into the importance of understanding and supporting those with cognitive differences. Find out more here: https://wix.to/hk8fRwt

Living in a world that often values conformity can be challenging for neurodivergent individuals. Neurodivergence refers to the natural variations in the human brain regarding sociability, learning, attention, mood, and other mental functions. People who are neurodivergent may include those with aut...

10/30/2025

Have you ever wondered about the MTHFR gene mutation? There’s more to it than you think! Check out our latest blog for 5 surprising truths about this hidden health clue. https://wix.to/ZyCWUwL

Introduction: The Hidden Clue to Your HealthYou’ve likely heard of the MTHFR gene mutation. It's a topic gaining significant attention, but it's often surrounded by complex biochemistry and confusing advice. For many people suffering from chronic migraines, anxiety, fatigue, or a host of other une...