It’s 4 PM, your coffee is cold, your posture is slouched, and your laptop screen is starting to blur into one glowing mess. Then it happens—that tiny, uncontrollable flutter in your eyelid. It’s annoying, distracting, and can even look a little funny on Zoom calls.
Medically, this twitch is called myokymia, which basically means your eyelid muscles are overworked and tired. Often, it happens because your eyes are dry, strained, or fatigued, not because something serious is wrong.
Before you start worrying and scrolling through WebMD, remember: you probably don’t need a doctor. Most of the time, a few simple exercises, or what some call “Eye Yoga,” can help relax the muscles and stop the twitch.
Eye Yoga involves simple stretches and movements that reduce eye strain, improve circulation, and give tired eyelids a break. Taking short breaks from screens, blinking often, and gently massaging your eyelids can also make a big difference.
So next time your eyelid starts to flutter, don’t panic. Pause, rest your eyes, and try some easy exercises to get your eyelids back to normal.