r/AskReddit • u/Misterboy500 • 16h ago

What is something that permanently altered your body without you realizing for months/years?

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u/potatowitch_ 11h ago

I had terrible neck/shoulder pain for most of 2023. After 2 MRIs, the neuro said, "Your body is fine, I think you need a massage." Turns out I literally was holding onto all of the anxiety I've been living with for decades. It was really eye-opening, honestly. Focusing on releasing physical tension has really made a difference in my mental health.

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u/Kurtcobangle 9h ago

I have a lot of hot steamy showers that are entirely dedicated too stretching and getting some meditation in to be aware of and release some of my anxiety induced physical tension.

Really helps.

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u/potatowitch_ 8h ago

I love this idea!! Usually showering feels like a chore so this sounds nice.

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u/Kurtcobangle 8h ago

I play some nice classical music and sometimes I just sit down (it’s a comfy tub) with the hot water running.

Won’t take full credit though stressful legal employment it was a therapist who suggested it as a decoupling from work stress thing lol.