I've been suffering muscle soreness/stiffness in my back for almost two months now. I thought it was related to walking (see my
previous question), I've reduced my walking to almost zero and the pain persists. What could possibly be causing this and how can I nip this in the bud?
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posted by chara
on Apr 24, 2012 -
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Give me your best tips and strategies for combating work-related stress, particularly how to not let the stress leak into time when I want to be decompressing, not worrying.
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posted by peacheater
on Mar 22, 2012 -
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I enjoy movies with extended scenes of silence between characters. Please recommend other entertainment in this vein.
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posted by quadog
on Oct 2, 2011 -
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Yesterday, as I was bending over to plug something in, I sneezed really hard and popped about 4 vertebrae all at once right in the middle of my back. Right in the spot where I carry all my tension. It felt absolutely amazing and a little dangerous. Is it possible to safely and regularly replicate that release of tension on my own, say once a day? How?
posted by carsonb
on Sep 13, 2011 -
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Though I can be broodish and moody at home at times, I keep it in check. People at my workplace find me enjoyable and fun to work with. They find me humorous. I have friends there. Today, one manager out of the blue from another department told me "You are the most negative person I know." I told her in an even tone "That is not too nice a thing to say, you know?" She just rolled her eyes and laughed and said "You're a downer…like Eeyore". Context: She sort of glides from department to department with this air of superiority and says edgy things to people in a joking-but-not-really way. Many don't find her funny. I let her get to me as it cut me deeply. Real deep. Before that I was in a zen mode all day and at peace. How do I deal with interactions with her in the future as I can't change her and I secretly think she likes taking jabs at people. (moderate sociopath?) She is higher in the chain and is liked even higher up as a hatchetwoman and I don't want to be rash with something I might say back. I wish I could buy Thick Skin on ebay or something. Thanks for your answers. (If it matters, I am a male.)
posted by snap_dragon
on Aug 23, 2011 -
48 answers
I'd like to hear from anyone who has overcome excessive tension in the jaw, neck and upper back during sleep. I wake up feeling very stressed and tense and it's a drag.
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posted by FormerMermaid
on Feb 7, 2011 -
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I just spent the weekend watching Breaking Bad, a show that is brilliant and full of intensely unpleasant moments of tension. I'm looking for books, shows, or movies that produce similar feelings of dread. The Shield offered something like this, as well as No Country for Old Men, The Strain, BSG, The Road, and parts of Justified. Any recommendations? (Extra points for anything available to watch on Netflix Instant)
posted by chichimimizu
on Jan 2, 2011 -
64 answers
I cannot relax. I think that I am relaxed only to find that every muscle in my body is clenched tight. My mouth, butt, thighs, hands, neck, feet...you get the picture. It carries over into my sleep. I need help relaxing, please.
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posted by futz
on Dec 26, 2010 -
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When I was childless, my parents' right-wing politics were pretty easy to ignore. Whatever, we're different, they are entitled to their opinions. But now that I have a small child, and we are about to adopt transracially, things are beginning to get tense for me.
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posted by jeanmari
on Aug 31, 2010 -
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What's the scoop on 'bodywork'? What kind of bodywork can you recommend for helping me address general muscle tension and related pain issues? And even just for the heck of it? This would include, but not be limited to stuff like alexander technique and structural integration. I'm not too familiar with these kinds of therapies and I don't know anyone who has experience with them. I want to hear about your experiences / endorsements.
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posted by kitcat
on Apr 16, 2009 -
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If my working desk were in space, would I still experience tensions in my back?
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posted by jfricke
on Mar 23, 2009 -
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I get headaches that start at the base of the back of my head, then seem to radiate over my brow. Warm compresses almost always help.
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posted by raikkohamilonso
on Jan 9, 2009 -
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Co-worker is rude and dismissive because of something I said. Is there anything I can do to prevent her from threatening my standing with the higher ups?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 28, 2008 -
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What are those things called that you see on badge clips and rock climbing walls that automatically retract a nylon cord?
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posted by ostranenie
on May 21, 2008 -
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What's a good outlet for stress and tension that doesn't involve redirecting it towards other people?
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posted by gregb1007
on Oct 3, 2007 -
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I have noticed that over the past few years I have been carrying a lot of facial tension. It causes me to look like I'm either scowling or frowning. Please help me relax my face. I can't afford the botox route so natural, mental, or other free(ish) remedies only please. Thanks!
posted by MayNicholas
on Jul 18, 2007 -
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FearOfFlyingFilter: Do you fly Lufthansa? Do you listen to their "Relaxation Program" on the in-flight radio? Do you have any idea who does the guided imagery on it? Or, have any other great suggestions for calming things I could listen to at 30,000 feet?
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posted by Your Time Machine Sucks
on Nov 17, 2005 -
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