[with Rael's comment] Grandma's experiences leave an epigenetic mark on your genes.
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miserable childhood or the great adventures of your
ancestors can change your personality and leave anxiety or
resilience by changing the expression of epigenetic genes
in the brain.
Rael Maitreya's COMMENT: Confirms what the Elohim say: "that children will pay for the mistakes of their parents for 7 generations.
Epigenetics
is a field of science that studies how environmental
factors can affect the expression of our genes without
changing the DNA sequence itself. These are chemical
changes that regulate which genes will be activated and
which will remain silenced. These changes can be the
result of environmental influences such as stress, diet,
toxins or emotional experiences.
When we talk about an "epigenetic imprint," it means that
certain life experiences—such as traumatic events, stress,
hunger, or adventure—can leave long-lasting changes in the
way certain genes are expressed. If these epigenetic
changes occur in germ cells (sperm and eggs), they can be
passed on to subsequent generations.
How does it work?
Epigenetic changes work through mechanisms such as:
DNA methylation: Methyl groups (-CH3) bind to DNA and
thereby silence certain genes. For example, if a gene
associated with stress regulation is silenced due to
epigenetic changes, a person could have an increased
sensitivity to stress.
Histone modifications: Histones are proteins around which
DNA is wrapped. Changes to histones can make DNA more or
less accessible for transcription, affecting which genes
are expressed.
miRNA (microRNA): Small RNA molecules that can prevent the
expression of certain genes by affecting protein
synthesis.
Inheritance of epigenetic changes
Although DNA is inherently stable, epigenetic changes
allow for a degree of flexibility. Scientific studies have
shown that extreme experiences of ancestors can affect
descendants. For example, children whose parents
experienced famine or war may inherit changes in the
expression of genes related to metabolism, stress
resistance, or even behavior.
There are known studies of people who survived the famine
in the Netherlands during World War II and their
descendants who were more prone to diseases such as
diabetes and obesity. Also, some research has shown that
descendants of Holocaust survivors show higher levels of
anxiety and depression.
The brain and epigenetics
Epigenetic changes can be particularly influential in the
brain, where they can affect the functioning of neurons
and synapses. Experiences such as early childhood stress
or being raised in a loving environment can cause changes
in the epigenetic regulation of genes related to mood
regulation, anxiety, or even memory functions.
Conclusion
The epigenetic imprint left by your ancestral experiences
can shape your personality, resilience and mental health.
Although the genetic structure remains unchanged,
epigenetic mechanisms allow responses to the environment
to be transmitted from generation to generation,
indicating the importance of experience in a broader
context that extends beyond the individual.