Superstitions and Cultural Taboos Around the World
Explore folklore, customs and cultural taboos through history, context and evidence.
- Breaking a Mirror: What the Historical Record Shows
Breaking a mirror does not cause bad luck; the seven-year curse is a superstition. Historical… - Sleeping With Wet Hair: Blindness Myth and Real Risks
No. Sleeping with wet hair does not cause blindness, a cold or Bell’s palsy. Wet… - Why Is Shaking Your Legs Considered Bad Luck in Asia?
Why is shaking your legs bad luck in some families? Korean and Chinese folklore records… - Daisy Petal Divination: How the He Loves Me Game Works
Daisy petal divination is a counting game, not a way to tell if someone loves… - Bridal Bouquet Toss: Meaning, History and Modern Customs
The bridal bouquet toss is a wedding reception custom in which a bride throws flowers… - Is Korean Fan Death Real? What Historical Records Show
The sources reviewed here do not establish that ordinary fan use kills a healthy person…