Your Shoulders Are Talking – Are You Listening?
Stop for a moment. Check in with your body. Where are your shoulders right now?
Our shoulders carry more than just our arms. One minute they’re relaxed, the next they’ve crept up so high you could mistake them for earrings. It’s your body’s way of whispering, “Hey, I’m holding something here!”
They’re hidden pockets for tension and emotions. Stressful email? Shoulders rise. Awkward conversation? Shoulders tighten. Long day at the computer? Shoulders hunch forward as if bracing for a storm.
Here’s a quick reset you can do anywhere:
Take a slow, full breath in.
Gently shrug your shoulders up to your ears and hold for a second.
Exhale fully and release, letting them drop naturally.
Let your shoulder blades slide down your back, opening your chest and softening your posture.
Notice the difference? That simple shift signals to your nervous system that it’s safe to relax. Try it a few times today whenever your shoulders start “talking.” The more you listen, the easier it becomes to release unnecessary tension before it builds—and the lighter you’ll feel.
Tiny resets. Big relief.
Let your shoulders drop and your day lift.