Superstitions, a word that we all are familiar with in this modern society. Something we all secretly or openly believe in. Whether you admit or deny, superstitions are all around us. Before we dive deeper, we should know what exactly this ‘Superstition’ is. ‘Superstition’ is a belief or notion. It usually has no scientific base and logic. In most cases, coincidences resulted in a fear which ultimately turned into superstition. However, superstitions have always been a part of our society and heritage. Many superstitions have changed over time, and many remain just as it was back in the stone age. Yes! I am not kidding at all. No matter how developed a civilization got, the superstitions existed, it exists and will exist in the future.

There are a lot of superstitions. You probably know a few. But there are way more superstitions in this world than you ever imagined. The difference in place, time, location, nationality, race, etc, created a completely different world of superstitions. Now, there are various types of superstitions. Let’s dive in.

The most common superstitions are mostly associated with animals. The first thing that comes to your mind when you think of superstition is a black cat staring at your soul. Black cats are considered a symbol of bad luck. Owls are considered a bad omen. Blackbirds, like crows, are also told to bring bad luck. On the other hand, in Italy, it is believed that an owl ending up in your house is a warning that someone in your family might die. People in Ireland and Scotland consider Magpies as bad luck. It does not mean that killing these animals or avoiding them may bring you a fortune as these beliefs have no logic. Therefore, black cats are absolutely nothing but cats with black fur.

There are some superstitions related to numbers. They are known as the ‘Unlucky Numbers’. At the top of the list, we have the number 13. Have they already freaked? Many people avoid that number. Not joking, but there are many buildings without the 13th floor! Everybody knows about Friday, the 13th. Besides, the number ‘666’ is known to be the devil’s number. In many countries around the world, 14 and 17 are considered as the ‘Evil numbers’. But a number is just a number. You don’t have to freak out.

Many superstitions are associated with days. For example, in India, getting a haircut on a Tuesday may bring you back luck. Many people don’t go to hospitals on Wednesdays based on the same belief. Well, I don’t think it’s a good idea to wait till Thursday to get yourself treated. If it’s an emergency, don’t sit and wait. Go ahead and consult a doctor as soon as possible. In many places around the world, trimming nails and chewing gum at night are avoided.

Colors, what did it do? Nothing at all. But still, in many societies, giving someone yellow flowers is equal to cursing them. You are not supposed to wear red on a stormy day. No science, no logic. That’s a superstition.

Placing two mirrors opposite each other may be fun to look at. But in Mexico, it is believed that it will open a portal for the devil. If a pregnant woman eats an asymmetrical fruit, her baby may turn out ugly. It is prohibited to look at a broken mirror. You might have seen that in horror films. Opening an umbrella indoors might bring you bad luck. I do it anyway!

Okay, that’s a lot of bad luck to avoid. Let’s talk about good luck. Remember that lucky T-shirt that helped you win the match? Or that lucky charm some friend of your grandmother gave you? Knocking on wood is considered to bring you good luck. Ever wondered why your uncle always drinks cold milk before his job interviews? That’s a belief, a notion, and but yes, superstition.

Well, that’s all about superstitions. A question remains. Are superstitions bad?

First of all, superstitions have no scientific basis. No logic at all. A new haircut on Tuesday won’t possibly kill you. Black cats are just cats. Don’t kill them. All creatures are beautiful. Black ants or red ants? None of them are evil. Also, you won the match by yourself. That T-shirt was just another ordinary T-shirt. However, superstitions, known to be silly or ancient or illogical, are still not that bad. Believing in lucky charms and other positive superstitions might boost your confidence and help you perform better. That’s all about your psychology. Certainly, believing in lucky stuff is positive. It may be silly, but that’s science, my friend.

So, we reached a conclusion now. Luck is determined by the Almighty. If it’s meant to be, it will be. So, better let it be. Unlucky numbers won’t bring you bad luck. But, a lucky number will help you. Now, it’s all up to you whether you choose to believe, ignore, or avoid. There is one thing I must warn you, a belief or notion should never be imposed on someone. Religious beliefs or any kind of beliefs are a very sensitive issue. Therefore, the rest is up to you.