Would you walk under a ladder, ignore a bad omen or tempt fate by saying, “Nothing could possibly go wrong”? Why can a belief we don’t quite accept still make us hesitate? Join us for a lively discussion about frightening superstitions and legends from around the world, from black cats bringing bad luck to the fear of seven years’ misfortune after breaking a mirror. We’ll discover the stories and rituals attached to these beliefs, exploring why some are surprisingly similar across countries while others belong to a particular place.

Together, we’ll explore their history, how and why they emerged, and what they reveal about fear, uncertainty and our desire for control. Why do certain stories survive for generations, and how do they still influence us? Even when we laugh at them? Everyone is welcome to share a local legend, a family ritual or a superstition they follow “just in case”. No knowledge of folklore or psychology is necessary. Expect eerie stories, playful comparisons and thoughtful conversation that builds cultural knowledge while making us question what we believe... and why.

你会从梯子下面走过去吗？会无视一个不好的预兆吗？还是会说一句“不可能出问题”，然后挑衅一下命运？为什么一个我们其实不太信的信念，还是能让我们犹豫一下？跟着我们来聊一场热闹的讨论吧，聊聊世界各地吓人的迷信和传说，从黑猫带来厄运，到打破镜子会倒霉七年的恐惧。我们会挖出这些信念背后的故事和仪式，看看为什么有些在不同国家惊人地相似，有些又只属于某个特定的地方。

我们会一起探索它们的历史、它们是怎么冒出来的、为什么会出现，以及它们揭示了恐惧、不确定感，还有我们想要掌控一切的欲望的什么。为什么有些故事能一代代活下来，它们又是怎么还在影响我们的？哪怕我们在笑它们？欢迎每个人分享一个当地的传说、家里的仪式，或者自己“以防万一”会信的迷信。不需要任何民俗学或心理学知识。会有让人发毛的故事、好玩的对比，还有有想法的聊天，既能长文化知识，也能让我们质疑自己相信的东西……以及为什么信。