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Karthik Karunakaran, Ph.D.
The number 13, especially Friday the 13th, is considered unlucky
Spilling salt is an omen of bad luck or conflict; throw some over your left shoulder to counter it
Do not gift shoes, or the recipient might walk out of your life
Never wish someone “Happy Birthday” before their actual birthday, as it brings bad luck
Knocking on wood or the table wards off bad luck or evil spirits
Toasting with water is believed to wish death upon your companions
Shaking hands with a chimney sweep brings good luck
Full moons are associated with strange or bad luck, especially near hospitals
Beginner’s luck is considered a real phenomenon, especially in gambling or games
Don’t place two mirrors opposite each other, as it’s thought to open a portal to the supernatural
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