Stress in the shoulder

Maripil,

Yes, this is stress demonstrating its presence. Instead of trying to relax the shoulder, just observe it. It will probably tense even more, and may begin to hurt. Stay with it. This is the way to allow the stress to leave quickly, so it doesn't have to be a constant feature of meditation and so you can be more relaxed in daily life.

It would be helpful to others if you continue to keep us informed of how it is going over the next few days until this stress has completely dissolved.

David Spector
NSR Meditation/USA