The Psychology of Superstition

Animal Omens — Black Cats, Ravens, and Other Creatures of Fate


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This episode explores the role of animals in superstition, showing how creatures like black cats, ravens, owls, and storks have been transformed into symbols of luck, death, or destiny. It explains how illusory correlation, projection, and cultural storytelling turn ordinary animal behavior into omens. While some animals are feared as bringers of misfortune, others are celebrated as symbols of prosperity and protection. Even in modern times, animal omens persist in folklore, popular culture, and daily life. Ultimately, the episode concludes that these beliefs reflect human imagination and our tendency to seek meaning in nature, not the animals themselves.

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The Psychology of SuperstitionBy rayanderlxxx