Folk omens
Left eye twitching: what does it mean?
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In folk belief a twitching left eye points to tears or hurt feelings. Don't worry: some traditions consider the left eye the lucky one.
What does folk belief say?
A common version says the left eye twitches for tears: an emotional day, a disappointment or a sad moment may be coming. Some include tears of joy, so it is not all bad.
Is it a bad sign?
The meaning varies from country to country. In some Asian traditions a twitching left eye means luck for a man. A good reminder that an omen means as much as we decide it does.
What is the real cause?
A twitching eye is usually a sign of tiredness, stress, caffeine or eye strain. If it lasts a long time, the eye closes fully, or other symptoms appear, be sure to see a doctor.