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  Belief in regional spirits and witches, such as Santa Compaña in Galicia and La Güestia in Asturias, who are said to play tricks or collect souls

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  Never share a lighter among more than three people, as it brings bad luck

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  Saying “Mucha mierda” (“a lot of shit”) is a way to wish someone good luck, similar to “Break a leg!”

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  In Spain, cats are said to have seven lives, not nine

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  Stepping in dog poo is considered good luck

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  Touching a pregnant woman’s belly is believed to transfer good luck to her and the baby

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  Blowing out all the candles on your birthday cake in one go makes your wish come true

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  Spilling wine on the table is a sign of good omen; touching your forehead with spilled wine attracts happiness

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  Tossing a coin into a well while making a wish is believed to make the wish come true if the coin hits the bottom

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  Tossing rice at weddings is done to ensure prosperity and fertility