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My back has been killing me lately .. I'll just be sitting at my desk trying to work and I can't even focus because I'm so uncomfortable. I shift positions like every five minutes and nothing helps. Even just getting up from a chair feels bad. It's not like a sharp pain it's more like this constant dull ache that just never goes away and it's making me way more irritable than I want to be.

I'm really sorry to hear you're going through that. Constant back pain can be so draining, especially when it starts affecting your focus and mood. It sounds incredibly frustrating to deal with. Have you been able to see a doctor or a physical therapist about it? Sometimes they can offer specific exercises, stretches, or other recommendations that might provide some relief. In the meantime, maybe experimenting with a more ergonomic setup at your desk or taking short, frequent breaks to gently st

I haven't gone to the doctor yet, I feel like mine gives mean girl vibes. My posture is terrible honestly, I sit hunched over my laptop for hours and I know that's not helping. It just hurts to sit straight and also I can't tell if I am straight or not...I feel straight

It's tough feeling uncomfortable with your doctor, especially when you need help with something as impactful as back pain. Your posture playing a part makes sense, especially with how much time you spend at your desk. It's not uncommon to struggle with maintaining good posture, especially if sitting straight feels unnatural or uncomfortable at first. Since visiting the doctor feels daunting right now, perhaps starting with some small, manageable changes could help. There are apps and online tu

Yeah I've thought about getting a better chair. I just keep putting it off because it feels like an expense and I hate spending . Tbh part of me is hoping it'll fix itself. But it's been forever and it just feels part of me now.

It's completely understandable to feel hesitant about the expense, especially for something as significant as a good chair. However, investing in your health and comfort, especially when you're dealing with persistent pain, can really make a difference in your quality of life. It might help to think of it not just as buying a chair, but as investing in something that could significantly improve your daily comfort and potentially reduce your pain over time. Since the pain has become a constant i

You're probably right. I do normalize it cause it feels normal like it hurts but I'm like yeah I have back pain. It's like my neck area or higher on my back. I think I've just accepted the ache as part of my day which is kind of sad when I think about it.

It's really insightful of you to recognize that you've normalized the pain and to see how it's affecting your perception of your daily comfort. It's easy to fall into that kind of acceptance, especially when the discomfort becomes a constant backdrop to your everyday life. But acknowledging that it shouldn't be a 'normal' part of your day is an important step towards seeking improvement. The fact that it's affecting the neck or higher back area might be even more reason to look into ergonomic a

Yeah upper back and neck is probably from all the screen time . I'm on my laptop for work and then my phone after and then I watch shows on my iPad before bed so its a lot. I know it's literally just me doing it to myself. I need to actually do something about it instead of just complaining and hoping it fixes itself but I don't have time.

It sounds like you've got a lot on your plate, and it's totally understandable that finding the time to address this feels daunting amidst everything else. Screen time really does add up, and it's challenging to cut back when so much of our work and relaxation depends on it. Recognizing that it's contributing to your discomfort is a big step, though. Given your busy schedule, maybe starting with small, manageable changes could be the way to go. For instance, you could try integrating brief mome

I know I need to just make the time . I keep saying I don't have time but I definitely have time to scroll through my phone for an hour before bed so that's not really an excuse. Well, it is because everywhere is closed by that time. Baby steps I guess.

Absolutely, baby steps are key! It's really insightful of you to recognize where you might carve out some time for self-care, even if it's during moments when it seems like you're just unwinding. Repurposing even a fraction of that scrolling time for some gentle stretching, posture exercises, or even a mindful relaxation technique could make a difference in how your back feels. And you're right, while many places might be closed in the evening, there are plenty of resources and activities you ca