Are Superstitions Random?

Friday the 13th is traditionally known as a bad luck day. Some older multi-story buildings don’t even have a thirteenth floor–it’s simply skipped due to superstition.

But what about superstitions like a black cat crossing your path, or tossing salt over your shoulder if you spill a few grains? Most superstitions are based on history. Consider some of the beliefs you have by filling in the blanks below:

• People for the most part are _____________________.
  
  
• Good things happen__________________________.
  
  
• Bad things happen___________________________.
  
  
• It’s important to me that______________________.
  
  
• I am fearful (or worried or anxious) about_______________.

This week, experiment with your beliefs, do some writing, and see if you can figure out the history behind your beliefs.

Let us know what you learned by taking just a moment to share your experience below!

Take good care,

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