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Hey Chris if youve just started playing what youre describing is very normal so dont stress about it. Your hands and fingers are not used to moving this way and are kind of fighting against these strange movements and positions youre forcing them into. As you keep at it you will develop a new muscle memory and your hand/fingers will start to relax and the positions will come easier. Do lots of stretching and independent finger exercises to help the progress. Right now your fingers arent used to doing things individually (like fretting different strings) but with time you will develop more strength and control. With time and lots of practice. Remember learning guitar is hard and is a long game. But its well worth it if you have the drive to stick with it. You will get better! Hope this helps