Friday the 13th
Do you believe in superstitions?
On the 13th of October 2023, at 3 o'clock in the morning Eastern Time, the following blog post was published:
Happy Friday the 13th! Today is not just any ordinary day, it's Friday the 13th in October, which is known as the eeriest month of the year.
Many people in Western culture have a strong belief that Friday the 13th brings bad luck. Do you feel afraid or anxious because of this superstition? Do you steer clear of certain actions or situations on this day because of your fears? Alternatively, do you continue to go about your daily routine without any change?
Do you have any other beliefs based on superstition besides the ones you already mentioned? What are they and what reasons do you have for holding them? And if you don't have any beliefs based on superstition, what are your reasons for not having them?
Please share your thoughts in the comments, and afterwards, check out the linked article to discover the history behind this widely known day associated with misfortune.
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