THE RIGHT eye twitching superstition has multiple meanings.
This superstition originated in Trinidad and has now spread across the globe.
What is the meaning of the right eye twitching superstition?
This conspiracy theory is complicated due to its various components and multiple meanings.
It is known to involve the prediction of future occurrences.
As discussed by Scientific American, the left eye is also involved in the overall eye twitch superstition, which includes various beliefs.
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Traditionally, a right eye twitch is believed to be a positive sign.
The publication, citing Hilda Roberts' Louisiana Superstitions, states: "If your right eye jumps, you are going to hear good news."
It continues: "If your right eye jumps, someone is speaking well of you."
It also states: "If your right eye jumps, you'll see someone you haven't seen in a long time."
On the other end, the left eye twitch is traditionally associated with negative happenings.
However, as Scientific American notes, the beliefs can also be the opposite of this, with the right eye twitch indicating bad news and a left eye twitch signifying good occurrences.
What are the medical reasons for eye twitching?
According to John Hopkins Medicine, scientists have yet to pinpoint a concrete cause of eye twitching.
The publication notes that it is a "common condition that may run in families."
It also states: "Dry eyes, stress, fatigue, eye strain, and certain medications can contribute to an episode."
It continues: "Eye twitching is temporary in most cases and goes away on its own. Medication and occasionally surgery can address more persistent cases."
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How did people create the meanings of the right eye twitching superstition?
The meanings connected to this conspiracy may have ties to some of the medical reasons behind eye twitching.
For example, as discussed by Scientific American, stress caused by a worrisome event may lead to eye twitching. The afflicted person may then attribute the twitching to the event and deepen their belief in the superstition.
It also states: "When a negative or otherwise anticipated event occurs following an eye jumping episode, it can be easily connected to eye jumping because the phenomenon sticks in the mind of the afflicted."
The publication also describes eye jumping as "disruptive," which makes it "memorable."
