If your left hand suddenly feels itchy, some spiritual traditions suggest it could carry a deeper meaning.
Kamela Hurley, an influencer and self-described medium, has spoken about how certain physical sensations are believed to signal spiritual messages, according to various belief systems.
Across many superstitions, different parts of the body are thought to hold symbolic importance, and an itchy or restless left hand is no exception. Hurley told Parade that both ancient teachings and modern spiritual thinkers view the body as a kind of sacred guide, capable of revealing signs and future possibilities.
She explains that the left side of the body is associated with feminine energy—energy linked to receiving, attraction, and openness.
Because of this, an itchy left hand is often interpreted as a sign of incoming abundance, good luck, or positive change.
Spiritually, this sensation is most commonly connected to finances or material gain.
According to Hurley, many traditions have long believed the left palm is tied to money, making an itch there a possible signal of financial improvement or unexpected prosperity. It may also suggest a fresh start or an approaching success.
The meaning can vary depending on where the itch occurs. Hurley notes that itching in the center of the palm may symbolize spiritual awakening or an energetic shift. An itchy pinky finger, which she links to the heart chakra, could point to matters of love or relationships. If the itch appears closer to the wrist or lower hand, it’s often associated with increased luck or abundance.
These interpretations stem from modern adaptations of chakra theory—the belief in energy centers throughout the body.
Chakras trace back to Hindu and Buddhist traditions from around the 8th century in India, where they were originally understood as nerve or energy centers. Over time, these concepts evolved and are now commonly used in meditation and yoga practices.
That said, beliefs surrounding the left hand have not always been positive. Historically, left-handed individuals were often discouraged—or even forced—to use their right hand, due to long-held associations between left-handedness and negative or superstitious ideas.