ELĪNA JONIŅA

Superstition is a combination of three conceptual popular superstition elements that allow to indirectly test the effect of these superstitions on observers.

A black cat crossing your path – omen of bad luck! Spilled salt – brace yourself for an argument! Spit over your shoulder – prevent something! It is difficult to find a rational explanation for each of these tips because most of them are based on what someone has said rather than scientific explanations and casual relationships.

These superstitions tend to reflect on our environment and everyday life, thus it is important to be able evaluate their necessity and meaning.