Superstition

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  Opening an umbrella in the house, walking under a ladder, and a broken mirror, superstitions, we have all heard of them, some of us even have them. By definition Superstition is an irrational belief that an object, action, or circumstance no logically related to a course of events influences its outcome. I think irrational is a harsh word, don’t you? Now it is widely know that we do not all believe in the same things, and rightfully so, but to say that someone’s beliefs are irrational is a little much.
  I don’t know, maybe people who do not think outside the box do not have superstitions for they only believe what they can see and know is true. Maybe it takes those of use who believe that there is something more to have superstitions. Maybe I am over thinking this as I usually do.
  When a black cat crosses my path, I do say “1…2…3…lucky on me” something that I have done since I was little thanks to the influence of my mom. I also throw salt over my shoulder when spilled, I smear my name when it is written on a birthday cake, and I put money in a purse or wallet when given as a gift. These are just a few of the things that I do that fall under “superstitions”, but through out the world there are many, here are some examples.
  
• And accidental cut on the right finger means on will be married in 4 days time.
  
• Entering a house left leg first is sometimes thought to bring bad luck.
  
• In the Middle East (notably Egypt), some people believe that cutting the air with scissors brings about animosity.
  
• It is a common superstition that using a white lighter is bad luck
  
• Some believe that it is bad luck to advance your calendar before the new month has arrived
  
• The first person who enters you house on New Year’s Day should be a man for good luck. (any takers??)
  
• In Poland, if you see a traditionally dressed chimney sweep you should grab one of your buttons and keep it until you see a man in glasses
  
• In some countries an owl is a bad omen; in others it is a good sign because owls make their sounds when a dangerous animal is near.
  
  The list could go on and on, but instead tell me about your superstitions.