I have noticed lately that I just can’t sit still. Is this a common symptom of hyperthyroidism? During a lecture or meeting I can’t keep from shifting my weight, itching my ear, shaking my foot, crossing my legs, picking lint off my clothes, uncrossing my legs, itching my nose ………It goes on and on. My husband has threatened to videotape me during a meeting and play it in fast forward for a good laugh.