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Example Report

Summary

Your Emotional State/Performance ("ESP") score:

ESP scores are based on contributions from predicted anxiety/depression predispositions, DNA markers and IZOF/Yerkes-Dodson performance grading considerations (see the FAQ).

  • scores above 7.7 are significantly above baseline and indicate an optimized ESP,
  • scores of 6.0 to 7.5 are above baseline, indicating a better than average ESP,
  • scores between 3.5 and 5.9 are below baseline and indicate a less-than-optimal ESP,
  • scores between 1 and 3.4 indicate a substantial negative divergence from baseline and a poor, relative ESP. You may want to consult your physician.

Anxiety/Depression contribution:

Depending on context, anxiety can be performance-positive or performance-negative, while depression is almost always performance-negative. Consider the “100 yard dash sprinter” who may benefit from anxiety-driven explosiveness while the same elevated anxiety state may be very negative for a surgeon when performing delicate operations.

The relationship of anxiety and depression predispositions can be indicative of which anxiety effect (positive or negative) may exist. If your ESP score star is on the right side of the curve, depression is the dominant underlying condition; if it’s on the left side, anxiety is dominant. The positions and differential are relevant to the ESP score.

Genetic contribution:

Genes contain single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and alleles. In the image below, the alleles are the letters A,C,G,T. Multiple large scientific studies have implicated certain SNPs and alleles as playing a role in genetic predisposition toward anxiety and depression.

SNPs/alleles have various levels of influence and carry different “weights” when calculating your ESP score.

While your DNA cannot be changed, the way your genes express themselves can. These changes are called epigenetic changes. Epigenetic changes are modifications to gene expression that don’t involve alterations to the underlying DNA sequence itself. Think of it like adding notes or markers to a script without rewriting the script— the original code (your DNA) stays the same, but how it’s read or acted out can shift. These changes can effectively turn genes “on” or “off,” influencing how cells function, develop, or respond to their environment. These changes can be influenced by lifestyle—diet, stress, exercise, even pollution—and some can be passed down to offspring, though not permanently like genetic mutations. Epigenetic changes are reversible.

Strategies for You

1. Understanding Depression/Anxiety aspects of your current ESP

It’s important to understand that the way anxiety and depression affect you can be very different and knowing which one you’re experiencing helps you find the best approach to handle it.

Anxiety:

Anxiety often arises from excessive worry, fear of failure, and a sense of urgency. To manage it, you can try techniques that help calm your nervous system and restore focus:

  • Mindfulness meditation or deep breathing exercises to ease tension.
  • Cognitive-behavioral strategies to challenge negative thinking patterns.
  • Time management practices to help reduce overwhelm and regain control.

 

Depression:

Depression can feel draining, making it difficult to summon energy or motivation, and it may leave you feeling hopeless. Coping with depression involves:

  • Setting small, achievable goals to create a sense of accomplishment.
  • Seeking support through therapy or medication, if necessary.
  • Taking care of your body by ensuring proper sleep, exercise, and maintaining social connections to reduce feelings of isolation.

 

Recognizing the difference between the two helps you apply the right methods, so you’re not using strategies that might not address what’s truly going on.

2. Preventing Burnout and Maintaining Your Performance

As high performers, we often push ourselves hard, but misinterpreting your emotional state can lead to overcompensating in ways that hurt you.

  • If you’re anxious but treat it as depression, you might feel too tired or drained to perform, when in reality, you may just need to reduce stress and manage your workload better.
  • If you’re depressed but treat it as anxiety, you may try to “power through” and force yourself to be productive, which can worsen feelings of inadequacy and increase burnout.

Understanding whether you’re dealing with anxiety or depression helps you take action early and avoid falling into patterns of overworking or disengaging, which can ultimately harm your performance.

3. Improving Decision-Making and Problem-Solving

Both anxiety and depression can affect your ability to make decisions, but in different ways:

Anxiety: When you’re anxious, you may feel overwhelmed by overthinking, second-guessing, or fearing the consequences of making the wrong choice. You may still make decisions, but from a place of heightened alertness and fear of failure.

Depression: Depression may leave you feeling stuck, unsure, or unmotivated, making it hard to engage in problem-solving at all.

By identifying whether you’re feeling anxious or depressed, you can make decisions with more clarity—whether that means calming your mind when anxious or taking small, manageable steps when you’re depressed.

4. Strategies for Managing Your Emotional State

The following are examples only and are unrelated to the example Chart.

Example 1 (Low Emotional State): Your assessment is below baseline, suggesting a significant predisposition toward both depression and anxiety, with anxiety being the dominant factor. You also have a number of condition-related DNA markers that may increase your predispositions. According to the GROK LLM, addressing depression and anxiety should generally take priority over performance coaching, especially if these mental conditions are significantly impacting your daily functioning, relationships, or ability to engage in business activities. Here are some recommendations:

For Anxiety influence (non-drug):

  • Practice mindfulness and deep breathing exercises
  • Break large tasks into smaller, manageable steps
  • Set realistic deadlines and expectations
  • Take regular breaks to prevent overwhelm
  • Try: (recommendations vary depending on a person’s assessment)

 

For Depression influence (non-drug):

  • Start with small, achievable goals
  • Maintain social connections and support systems
  • Engage in regular physical activity
  • Create a structured daily routine
  • Celebrate small victories and progress
  • Try: (recommendations vary depending on a person’s assessment)

Example 2 (Medium emotional state): Your assessment is close to baseline indicating some predisposition. Your DNA markers are minimal suggesting your emotional state is driven to a greater extent by your environment. First steps may include:

For Anxiety influence (non-drug):

  • Practice mindfulness and deep breathing exercises
  • Break large tasks into smaller, manageable steps
  • Set realistic deadlines and expectations
  • Take regular breaks to prevent overwhelm
  • Try: (recommendations vary depending on a person’s assessment)

 

For Depression influence (non-drug):

  • Start with small, achievable goals
  • Maintain social connections and support systems
  • Engage in regular physical activity
  • Create a structured daily routine
  • Celebrate small victories and progress
  • Try: (recommendations vary depending on a person’s assessment)

If you feel you need Psychological guidance, the largest US/Canada Psychology directory is here: https://www.psychologytoday.com

Example 3 (High Emotional State): Your assessment is significantly above baseline, suggesting a low predisposition toward depression and/or anxiety. You also have very few condition-related DNA markers. This situation indicates a very healthy mental state and an increased probability that performance coaching can optimize your overall mental and physical performance. One such top performance coach is at: (varies with assessment)

Note: A full list of Questionnaire questions/personal answers and DNA markers (if applicable) are included with the final Report.

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