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Filipino Superstitions

Pregnant women should avoid manananggal and aswang folklore creatures for protection
If you see a kapre (tree giant) or tikbalang (horse demon), avoid their territory
Don’t marry in the same year as a family death, or it brings misfortune (“sukob”)
Consult an “albularyo” (folk healer) for unexplained illnesses or curses
Use “gayuma” (love potion) to attract someone
If you see a balete tree, avoid disturbing it to prevent sickness from spirits
If items go missing and reappear, blame it on dwendes (elves)
Saying “Tao po” when knocking reassures residents you’re not a harmful spirit
Placing stakes at the corners of the house deters aswang (shape-shifting monsters)
Meeting a shooting star and saying the next day’s name before it disappears brings good luck

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