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Shout loudly, "Rabbit, rabbit!"
In the United Kingdom, there's a tradition often observed by Britons on the first day of the month to ensure good fortune: loudly saying "Rabbit" or "White Rabbit." To receive this lucky phrase, it must be said first thing upon waking on the first morning of the new month.
Rabbits are considered lucky mascots in the beliefs of many cultures.
Rabbits have long been considered lucky animals in many beliefs and cultures, so it's not surprising that people in England call them by their names as a way to ward off bad luck. This practice isn't unique to England; it's also adopted in the US by famous figures such as President Franklin Roosevelt and actress Sarah Jessica Parker.
Bring along fish scales
The Czech Republic is a country with many local customs and cultural traditions that attract much attention. For Czechs, carrying a fish scale in their wallet is believed to ward off bad luck. This custom is practiced during Christmas, when fish scales are placed under plates or tablecloths to bring good fortune to the home, and carrying them in a wallet is believed to accumulate good luck and prevent it from running out.
Carrying fish scales stems from the Czech tradition of eating carp at Christmas.
So where did this tradition of the fishy smell originate? People in the Czech Republic have a custom of eating carp at Christmas, so there are often a lot of fish scales left over. Because the scales are silvery like coins, people believe that keeping them in their wallets brings good luck, and they believe that the fishy smell will gradually disappear over time.
Number 8
In China, the number 8 is considered extremely lucky because its pronunciation in Mandarin is associated with wealth and prosperity. Believing in the power that the number 8 can bring, Chinese people always seek to harness its energy for prosperity and success in life. Therefore, Chinese people often choose the number 8 for everything from wedding dates to personal phone numbers.
Not only in China, but also in Vietnam, there is a custom of considering the number 8 as lucky.
To take full advantage of the good fortune associated with the number 8, the 2008 Beijing Olympics were held at 8:08 PM on August 8th.
Pour water behind someone else.
In Serbia, when someone needs a bit of luck for an upcoming competition, a trip, an interview, or anything else, their relatives will pour water behind them as a blessing. For it to be effective, care must be taken to avoid pouring directly on the person, as this blessing must be kept secret and the recipient must not be aware of it.
Pouring water onto the ground is a way of giving and receiving.
This tradition has no clear origin. The blessing symbolizes giving back to the earth, and in return, the earth will bring good fortune to them. Additionally, the flowing water symbolizes fluidity and movement, helping the person easily overcome obstacles ahead. However peculiar it may seem, this is a way to pray for good luck and bless family and loved ones.
Bring along a paper frog.
According to Japanese custom, people believe that carrying a paper frog in their wallet will ensure that any money spent will always return. In Japanese, the word for frog is pronounced "kaeru," which also means "to return." Those who frequently visit casinos strongly believe in this custom, viewing it as a lucky charm to avoid losses.
The name "paper frog" originates from a homophone.
Sit down before you travel.
This is a tradition originating from explorers who often embarked on long journeys. Russians believe that before starting a trip, one should pause for a short while to sit down so that everything will go smoothly throughout the journey. This custom is thought to trick evil spirits into thinking that you haven't actually left yet, and they will remain there.
This is a rather strange custom in Russia.
Whether it's a lie or not, taking a break before a long journey is always a good idea. Allow yourself a few minutes to relax, focus your thoughts, and make sure you haven't forgotten any essential items.
