Often, one anxious thought leads to another more anxiety producing thought and the individual is off to the races in generating more and more stress producing thoughts. And I will lose friends and be an outcast. And so it goes as the negativity takes over and anxiety rises. Don't sweat the small stuff. It's all small stuff.
Massage can help stretch and relax tight muscles.
Learn to practice self massage. Notice the difference between tense and relaxed muscles. Try to carry the feeling of relaxation and looseness with you throughout the day. Yoga combines stretching, breathing, and meditation. Training and practice in these techniques can be an excellent stress management program.