Superstitions

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    There are 26 Superstitions!

    Placing keys on a table is considered unlucky. (Sweden)
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    If one walks underneath an open ladder it is said to bring bad luck. Sometimes it is said that this can be undone by immediately walking backwards back underneath the ladder.
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    Some motorcycle enthusiasts hang a biker's bell from a portion of their bike to protect themselves from evil road spirits.
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    Opening an umbrella indoors is said to result in 21 days of bad luck. Some traditions hold that it is only bad luck if the umbrella is placed over the head of someone while indoors.
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    According to an age old custom, carrying a dead shrew in your pocket wards off rheumatism!
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    Two people breaking a wishbone is said to lead to good luck for the person with the larger piece.
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    The superstitious symbolism of a black cat crossing one's path is dependent upon culture: some cultures consider this a sign of impending bad luck, while some cultures consider this a sign of impending good luck.
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    In some parts of England, rum is used to wash a baby's head for good luck.
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