Scratch itches during meditation?

Hi all,


Sparing you my story of anguish which brought me here (anxiety, insomnia, intrusive thoughts and dread), I thought I'd begin with a simple question as my first post.



I started meditating at the very beginning of this year. I like it.

But during meditation I always get many itches. I don't have any recognizable skin issues. I suspect it's part of my restlessness and anxious mind.



Do you find it beneficial to not scratch and 'interrupt' your bodyscan / meditation?

I'm not sure what to do sometimes, as JKZ suggests I resist my tendency to move. But often the itch is very powerful and diverts my attention from the practice.



Thanks









I didn't find the right solution from the internet.

References:

www.everyday-mindfulness.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4102

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