Why Friday the 13th Shouldn’t Scare You: A Lighthearted Take on Superstition

Friday the 13th is upon us again, and for some, it’s a day filled with dread and fear. But why should we let a silly little number and day of the week hold so much power over us? Sure, some people have had bad experiences on Friday the 13th in the past, but that doesn’t mean the whole day is cursed. And even if it was, who cares? Life is too short to let superstition control us.

First of all, let’s talk about the history of Friday the 13th. It’s said to have originated from the Middle Ages, where the number 13 was considered unlucky. This is because it’s the number of guests at the Last Supper (including Judas, who betrayed Jesus) and also the day Jesus was crucified. Friday was also considered an unlucky day because it’s the day of the week when the crucifixion occurred.

But let’s be real here, we’re living in the 21st century, and things have changed a lot since the Middle Ages. We now have things like electricity, the internet, and toilet paper (which was definitely not a thing back then). So, why should we still be clinging to these outdated superstitions?

So, how can we cope with the supposed “terror” of Friday the 13th?

1. Remember that it’s just a day. At the end of it, everything will be back to normal. And let’s be honest, most of us have already forgotten about it by the time Monday rolls around.
2. Don’t be afraid to break tradition. Go against the grain and do something that’s usually considered “bad luck” on Friday the 13th. Like walking under a ladder, or breaking a mirror. Who knows, it might bring you good luck! Or at the very least, it’ll make for a good story to tell.
3. Embrace the spooky. Instead of fearing the unknown, embrace it. Watch a horror movie, tell ghost stories, or go on a haunted tour. Embracing the spooky is a great way to take the power away from it. Plus, it’s a perfect excuse to eat lots of candy and wear black clothes without judgement.
4. Laugh it off. If all else fails, just laugh it off. The best way to deal with something that’s supposed to be scary is to make it not scary. So, instead of hiding under the covers all day, make a joke out of it and have a good laugh.

Friday the 13th doesn’t have to be a day of fear. Sure, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype, but at the end of the day, it’s just another day. So, don’t let superstition control you, and remember, you’re in charge of your own fate. Happy Friday the 13th, folks! And if anything bad happens, just blame it on the Middle Ages.