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What causes my other eye to twitch when I try to wink?

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Because you are used to closing both of your eyes instead of just one; it's a sympathetic reaction from the other eyelid. Keep practicing, your body will get used to it.

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Is it true that some people aren't capable of winking?

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No, although it may be difficult for some people to wink.

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How do I stop my other eye from squinting when I wink?

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Keep practicing. It's pretty much muscle memory once you get used to it. It may be hard at first.

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Can I wink and frown instead of smiling while winking?

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Yes, with enough practice you will be able to frown while winking.

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And is this normal to blink when I am trying to wink?

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It is normal. To make it stop, try raising your check muscle a little more.

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Did the doctor ever wink back and is it normal if they do?

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If the doctor is just joking around it is fine.

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What if I raise my eyebrow when I wink?

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It really just depends on what situation you're in. If you're doing it flirtatiously, then you should probably know the person well enough they'll know what you mean.

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How do I wink without my whole cheek getting really scrunched up and ugly? Is it normal for that to happen?

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Try to move your lower cheek muscle rather than your upper cheek muscles, sort of like if you're trying to smirk. It is normal for that to happen, yes. Just practice, and eventually you will get the hang of it.

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