Superstitions and Legends

Dragons sometimes take human form and beguile humans into a romantic affair. Dragons are generous and tender lovers, however you must keep your promises. Enjoy three stories of dragon love.

Like any country, Japan has many superstitions that have been passed down over time in order to protect their children, shape society, and instill teachings to build culture and improve behavior. Learning these superstitions can truly help one to understand Japan more clearly.

There are many legends and myths about birds. Learn more about bird superstitions, including some of the myths surrounding pelicans, owls, ravens, magpies, blackbirds, doves, and pigeons.

The moon is believed by many to have an influence on our physical and mental condition; it doesn’t.

I remember a scene in the movie "Fried Green Tomatoes" when a lady named Ruth passed away from cancer. A superstitious character named Sipsey covered the mirror in the room and stopped the clock. But why? Here I share what I learned when I explored superstitions surrounding death.

7 goddesses to get you inspired and empowered to take that next step.

A Scottish folktale set during the times of Viking raids around the Western Isles, pitches Norse magic against that of the local Gaelic inhabitants.

Discover the strange story of the Philadelphia Experiment,and the conspiracy to hide proof of time travel and teleportation.

Why is the misguided belief that the Earth is flat on the increase?

Throughout time, many cultures have worshiped the image and concept of a mother goddess. Find out how this goddess manifested in many cultures around the world.

Many people hold at least one superstitious belief. Do you? Find out the reasons behind our most paranoid practices.

I grew up in a home rife with superstition. It seemed as though unseen entities bent on wreaking havoc in our lives were always within earshot. Fortunately, there were ways to ward off bad luck before it happened. The following are a few examples of superstitions and how they can be interpreted.

Finnish mythology has very deep, shamanic layers. Deities were known for their unique attributes and ruled different elements—so which Finnish god are you?

The River Severn is the longest in Great Britain and it has its own goddess—Sabrina (also called Hafren, Habren, Habrenna, and Unla). In this article, we learn about the legends of this great river and its goddess.

Aphrodite is the Greek goddess of love and beauty. She married the god of war and gave birth to Cupid. Do not let her loving nature fool you, however, for her type of love we more often call lust.

Vanishing ships, government conspiracies and science like fiction, the Philadelphia Experiment is full of mystery and intrigue.