Anxiety can be so different.

But every time it feels SO real!

As a mum of three who has lived in four different countries, I know anxiety well. Let me tell you, I know anxiety very well)).

I have experienced it many times in my life. Each time it was different.

The first time I remember feeling anxious was when my first child was born – I would check that he was breathing every hour throughout the night. My heart would race at the thought that something terrible might happen. I couldn’t sleep or eat properly and felt like I was drowning in worry.

Then it was also when we moved to our second country. Starting fresh in a new place with a toddler felt overwhelming. A new healthcare system, a new language – everything was new. I would wake up with a tight chest, wondering if I had made the right decision for our family.

Later, anxiety resurfaced during my third pregnancy while I was juggling work deadlines. My mind would race with endless ‘what ifs’ until I felt paralysed.

Each time, the anxiety felt different. But the root cause was always the same.

The Real Reason for Your Anxiety

It took me until I was 42 to discover that anxiety isn’t just “in your head”. It’s neurochemical. The biggest player? Cortisol, your stress hormone.

When cortisol levels remain high, your nervous system becomes trapped in fight-or-flight mode. Your brain thinks danger is everywhere. This is why you feel anxious even when nothing is actually wrong.

The good news? You can address the root cause of anxiety naturally and effectively. But you need to act soon. The longer cortisol remains elevated, the more difficult it is to reset your system.

 I need you to know this is all neurochemical. And yes, you can biohack your way out of it.

That’s why I created my 1-week cortisol reset plan, which includes tasty meals, adaptogenic drinks and simple daily habits to help lower cortisol effectively.

So, if you don’t feel like yourself anymore:

• You can’t sleep because you wake up every night at 2–3 am
• You are always bloated
• Your face looks puffy and round
• You’ve suddenly gained weight around your waist

It’s time to start helping your body. It’s screaming for help!

If you’re fed up with feeling TIRED BUT WIRED all the time, today could be the day you take it seriously. Just have a look if this 7-day reset is perfect for your life right now.

Today, however, I want to share something that can help you right away.

4 Natural Supplements That Saved Me

I’ve spent years researching natural solutions after struggling with anxiety across four different countries and three pregnancies. I’ve tried countless approaches – therapy, breathing techniques, meditation apps, even prescription medications for a brief period.

I can tell you that breathing techniques and yoga worked wonders for me! They really do help. But sometimes we need extra support. These remedies are an easy way to start when it feels like the world is getting you down.

And of course you can pair them with other simple techniques to calm down your nervous system:

The Magic Diamond

If you need consistent, gentle relief, try these four supplements. I call them the “magic diamond”.

What makes this protocol special?

Each supplement targets a different pathway in your nervous system.

You have four distinct tools for your anxiety:

• L-theanine works on your brainwaves,
• saffron boosts your neurotransmitters,
• valerian calms your stress receptors
• and magnesium supports your entire nervous system.

Together, they provide a comprehensive approach, addressing anxiety from multiple angles simultaneously.

1. L-Theanine

What it does: L-theanine shifts your brain into alpha wave activity. It switches your mind from a racing sports car to a smooth-cruising sedan.

Why it works: L-theanine increases GABA in your brain – your natural calm chemical. It also creates alpha brain waves, the same relaxed state from meditation. Unlike sleep pills, it stops racing thoughts but keeps you sharp and focused.

Studies show that it reduces cortisol levels within just one hour of ingestion, while increasing dopamine and serotonin production. The result is ‘alert relaxation’: you feel peaceful yet fully present and functional.

How to take it:

• Dosage: 200mg
• When: Morning with breakfast
• How: Take with water, can be combined with coffee or tea
• Best for: Racing thoughts, work stress, daily anxiety

2. Saffron

What it does: Saffron increases serotonin, the ‘happy chemical’. It gives your brain that simple feeling of happiness.

Why it works: Saffron contains special compounds that increase the amount of serotonin available in your brain.

Clinical studies prove that it is as effective as Prozac for treating mild depression, but in a natural way. It also calms your stress response system and reduces inflammation in the brain linked to mood problems. Most people notice an improvement in their mood within 2–4 weeks.

How to take it:

• Dosage: 30mg per day
• When: With lunch (better absorbed with food)
• How: Take consistently for 4-6 weeks to see full effects
• Best for: Low mood, sadness, feeling hopeless

3. Valerian Root

What it does: Valerian root acts on your GABA receptors, which are responsible for the brain’s “chill out” system. It’s nature’s anxiety medication.

Why it works: Valerian root acts on the same brain receptors as prescription anxiety medications, but naturally. It enhances GABA activity, which acts as the brake pedal of your nervous system. This calms your fear center and allows logical thinking to take control.

Unlike prescription pills, valerian does not create addiction and actually trains your nervous system to handle stress better over time.

It allows you to think clearly and make rational decisions in emotional situations.

How to take it:

• Dosage: 300-600mg
• When: 30 minutes before you need to calm down, or before bed
• How: Start with lower dose to test your response
• Best for: Panic moments, emotional overwhelm, decision-making stress

4. Magnesium

What it does: There are two types that work differently: L-threonate calms your mind and glycinate calms your body.

Why it works: Magnesium is involved in over 300 reactions in your body that involve enzymes. It also plays a crucial role in regulating your nervous system. Most people with anxiety don’t have enough magnesium because stress uses up magnesium.

 L-threonate form is the most effective at crossing the blood-brain barrier. It directly calms overactive neurons and reduces the electrical “noise” that causes racing thoughts.

Glycinate is more easily absorbed and has additional calming properties. Magnesium prevents nerve cells from firing excessively, thereby reducing heart palpitations and muscle tension. It also helps to produce GABA and improves sleep quality.

If you take magnesium regularly, it can actually help you to deal with stress more easily over time.

How to take them:

• L-Threonate: 2000mg before bed for racing thoughts and sleep issues
• Glycinate: 400mg evening for physical anxiety, heart palpitations, muscle tension
• When: Evening, 1 hour before bed
• How: Take with water, away from other supplements
• Best for: Sleep anxiety, physical symptoms, overthinking

Where to start?

Remember, you don’t have to suffer through anxiety alone. These natural tools can help reset your nervous system while you work on the deeper patterns.

Start with one supplement and see how you feel. Your body will tell you what it needs most.

Would you like to learn how to reset your cortisol and anxiety levels? Check out my 1-week plan to reset your cortisol levels. It’s helped thousands of women feel calm again without using chemicals.

You deserve to feel calm, centered, and confident!

With love and support,
Sofi