We're back with another in-house article, in our quest to discover superstition and its history and influence on human psychology! In our previous article, we looked at how superstitious belief can sometimes feel like much needed 'succour' in a strange world. But there are dark aspects to magical thinking as well, like everything in life. … Continue reading Curses! The Dark Side of Superstition and Magical Thinking
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Magical Herbs: Superstitions of Lavender and Rosemary
As a cat, my favourite herb is catnip. But if I had to pick a second and third favourite, it would be lavender and rosemary. These herbs, common in the Mediterranean region, are known primarily for their culinary or medicinal uses - but they are also the source of many magical superstitions. French Lavender plate … Continue reading Magical Herbs: Superstitions of Lavender and Rosemary
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