The Fearful Date
Friday the 13th is steeped in superstition and fear across many cultures. The number 13 has long been associated with misfortune, and the combination with Friday is seen as an ominous pairing. Historically, events like the betrayal of Judas as the 13th guest at the Last Supper or the mass execution of the Knights Templar in France on Friday the 13th have contributed to its notoriety. Over time, accidents, disasters, and legends have amplified its dark reputation.
What You Should Avoid on Friday the 13th
- Driving. Avoid long trips or unnecessary driving. Superstition suggests that journeys on this day may encounter unexpected troubles or delays.
- Hosting Parties. This isn’t the ideal day for grand celebrations. Excessive joy and festivity are believed to attract negative energy that could backfire in unexpected ways.
- Planting or Gardening. Refrain from planting or repotting plants. It’s thought they might not thrive due to the negative energy circulating on this day.
- Starting New Ventures. Hold off on launching new projects, signing deals, or starting new jobs. Superstition holds that ventures initiated on this day might face setbacks or fail altogether.
- Lending or Borrowing Money. Financial transactions on this day are said to carry negative energy. Avoid borrowing or lending money to prevent potential losses or misfortunes.
- Speaking Ill or Cursing Others. Friday the 13th is believed to heighten the effects of the “boomerang law.” Any negativity you project could return to you multiplied. Practice kindness and restraint in both words and actions.
- Sharing Dreams. Do not share your dreams with others on this day. Superstition suggests that speaking about your dreams might lead to the loss of energy or the materialization of unpleasant events from those dreams.
What You Can Do on Friday the 13th
- Attract Abundance with Affirmations. Stand in front of a mirror in the morning, comb your hair for 3–4 minutes, and repeat: “Money flows into my home easily and in the best way for me. So it shall be.” This ritual, inspired by numerology, is said to bring prosperity.
- Focus on Self-Care. Dedicate the day to yourself. Read inspirational books, exercise, pamper yourself with skincare routines, or indulge in a favorite hobby. Activities aimed at self-improvement are believed to bring amplified rewards on this day.
By approaching Friday the 13th with mindfulness and positivity, you can navigate the day with ease and even turn its notorious reputation into an opportunity for growth and renewal.