All articles tagged with #superstitions
Taylor Swift discussed how her mother interprets her song 'Wood' as about superstitions, not realizing the song's innuendos and risqué content, which Swift says go over people's heads. She also shared insights on her songwriting choices, including the use of explicit language for effect and character portrayal.
The article explores various superstitions associated with Friday the 13th, including myths about rainbows, Japan's 'earthquake fish,' mock human sacrifices in 18th-century Scotland, sleep paralysis demons, and the ominous deathwatch beetle. These stories highlight how different cultures have historically interpreted natural phenomena and events as omens or supernatural occurrences.
Solar eclipses have been associated with various superstitions and cultural beliefs throughout history, with people following traditional precautions to avoid misfortune. From wearing red underwear to covering wells and turning dishes upside down, different cultures have developed unique rituals to protect against eclipse-related harm. While some view eclipses as a time of renewal, others see them as omens of political downfall, disease, or enemy invasions. Despite these superstitions, the science of predicting eclipses has grown more precise over the years, and in some cases, eclipses have even inspired peaceful resolutions to armed conflicts.
As the Lunar New Year approaches, it's important to be mindful of various taboos associated with the celebration. These include avoiding unlucky words, refraining from breaking porcelain or glass, not scolding children, and not getting a haircut. Other taboos involve not eating certain foods, not using water, and refraining from sweeping or taking out trash on specific days. Following these taboos is believed to bring prosperity and good fortune for the coming year in Chinese culture.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has confirmed that he has worn the same pair of red underwear on game days throughout his entire NFL career. The superstition, which Mahomes attributes to his wife Brittany, has been a good luck charm for him, as the Chiefs have had successful seasons while he has worn them. Mahomes clarified that he only wears the underwear on game days and cleans them regularly, although he admitted to only washing them when the team loses. The reigning MVP and Super Bowl champion is currently leading the Chiefs in their pursuit of a third Vince Lombardi trophy in five years.