My massage therapist says I hold stress in my shoulders but when I try to relax them they immediately tense up again like they have their own mind.
More people experience this than they realize.
Chronic muscular holding patterns often serve protective functions that resist direct relaxation attempts without addressing underlying safety concerns.
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Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.