concept   superstitions
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1 superstitions Western cultures Western cultures generally view superstitions as irrational, old-fashioned beliefs with little impact on daily life. 10
2 superstitions Western cultures In Western cultures, superstitions such as avoiding walking under ladders and fearing black cats are common. 9
3 superstitions Asian countries In Asian countries, superstitions play a significant role in daily life and are considered to bring good luck and ward off bad luck. 8
4 superstitions United States Superstitions, such as lucky clothing and pre-game rituals, are common and seen as fun traditions in the sports culture of the United States. 7
5 superstitions China Chinese culture places a serious emphasis on superstitions, which can impact decision-making in all areas of life. 5
6 superstitions Italy In Italy, superstitions are deeply ingrained in sports and theater cultures, often involving specific rituals for good luck. 5
7 superstitions African cultures Superstitions in African cultures impact daily actions and rituals, from avoiding bad luck to seeking protection in sports. 4
8 superstitions Middle Eastern culture Belief in the evil eye, lucky numbers, and architectural and athletic superstitions are influenced by Islamic beliefs in Middle Eastern culture. 4
9 superstitions Scandinavian cultures Superstitions heavily influence decision-making and daily customs in Scandinavian cultures, influenced by Nordic traditions and folklore. 4
10 superstitions East Asian cultures East Asian superstitions are based on beliefs about numbers, colors, luck, and fate. 3
11 superstitions Eastern cultures In Eastern cultures, superstitions revolve around luck, fortune, and harmonious energy, seen in practices like feng shui. 3
12 superstitions India In India, superstitions are deeply ingrained in the culture and include specific gestures, actions, colors, and charms believed to bring luck in sports and daily life. 3
13 superstitions Japan Superstitions in Japan encompass numbers, sports, and baseball, influencing beliefs and practices. 3
14 superstitions Latin American cultures Latin American cultures believe that certain gestures, actions, and items bring luck. 3
15 superstitions Mediterranean countries In Mediterranean cultures, superstitions related to seafaring, fishing, and diving are common. 3
16 superstitions Africa Superstitions in African culture include rituals for luck and protection from negative energy. 2
17 superstitions European countries Superstitions in European countries are deeply tied to religious and cultural traditions, influencing architecture and sports. 2
18 superstitions Fishing communities in Southeast Asia Fishing communities in Southeast Asia are deeply influenced by superstitions in their daily lives and fishing practices. 2
19 superstitions Germany Superstitions in German sports culture are seen as amusing and not taken seriously. 2
20 superstitions Indigenous cultures Superstitions in Indigenous cultures involve beliefs in supernatural influence and nature-connected building designs. 2
21 superstitions Inuit culture Inuit communities have superstitions regarding respecting marine wildlife and the environment for safe and sustainable practices. 2
22 superstitions Latin American Latino American cultures have superstitions related to seafaring and fishing for good luck and protection. 2
23 superstitions Māori culture in New Zealand Māori fishermen and divers hold superstitions based on spiritual and ancestral beliefs about the ocean. 2
24 superstitions Pop culture Belief in lucky charms and superstitions is often portrayed as irrational in Pop culture media. 2
25 superstitions Russian culture Russian culture includes belief in luck symbols and specific rituals for good fortune as part of their superstitions. 2
26 superstitions South American Superstitious beliefs in South American cultures affect fishing and sailing practices involving birds, sea creatures, and celestial events. 2
27 superstitions South American cultures Superstitions in South American cultures are often connected to nature and can also impact athletic rituals for luck. 2
28 superstitions Southeast Asian cultures Belief in superstitions influences decision-making and practices in Southeast Asian cultures. 2
29 superstitions Caribbean cultures Superstitions in Caribbean cultures are tied to specific traditions and rituals, such as throwing salt over the shoulder for good luck. 1
30 superstitions Europe Superstitions in Europe often involve symbols of bad luck like black cats and broken mirrors. 1
31 superstitions Greek culture In Greek culture, Tuesday the 13th is considered an unlucky day due to superstitions. 1
32 superstitions Hollywood movies Superstitions are often portrayed in Hollywood movies as irrational beliefs with negative outcomes. 1
33 superstitions Japanese culture Japanese culture often associates superstitions with particular numbers or days. 1
34 superstitions Mediterranean cultures Superstitions in Mediterranean cultures influence daily behavior to avoid bad luck through specific rituals and actions. 1
35 superstitions Modern cultural references Modern cultural references often include the belief in the importance of lucky numbers and colors as part of superstitions. 1
36 superstitions Modern urban culture Superstitions are generally disregarded and not influential in modern urban culture's decision-making and behavior. 1
37 superstitions Rationalism Superstitions are often dismissed as illogical or irrational beliefs in rationalist cultures. 1
38 superstitions Traditional cultures Superstitions are important in traditional cultures, as they are embedded in daily life and decision making to bring luck and avoid bad omens. 1
39 superstitions Varies by culture Belief in supernatural causality varies by culture and is the basis of superstitions. 1
40 superstitions Welsh culture Welsh culture includes beliefs in mythical creatures such as the Welsh Dragon and the Tylwyth Teg. 1
41 superstitions Western film culture In Western film culture, a common superstition is that breaking mirrors brings seven years of bad luck. 1
42 superstitions Western pop culture Breaking a mirror is believed to bring 7 years of bad luck in Western pop culture superstitions. 1
43 superstitions Western pop culture enthusiasts Western pop culture enthusiasts believe in Friday the 13th as an unlucky day due to superstitions. 1
44 superstitions Western popular culture In Western popular culture, Friday the 13th is commonly considered an unlucky day due to superstitions. 1
45 superstitions casino culture Superstitions, such as lucky numbers and gestures, heavily influence the behavior of casino players. 1
46 superstitions chemists Chemists often disapprove of superstitions, viewing them as irrational and unscientific beliefs. 1
47 superstitions cultural beliefs Superstitions are deeply ingrained in cultural beliefs and influence major decisions in everyday life. 1
48 superstitions folklore Superstitions are a pervasive influence in folklore and culture, impacting daily decisions and behaviors. 1
49 superstitions mathematicians Mathematicians view superstitions as irrational beliefs with no actual influence on events. 1
50 superstitions modern society Superstitions are commonly dismissed as irrational beliefs in modern society. 1
51 superstitions mortality-focused cultures Beliefs and superstitions about death and the afterlife are significant in mortality-focused cultures. 1