Social media is rife with posts warning against certain gifts that could bring bad luck, attract negative energy, or even constitute a form of “witchcraft in disguise.” These messages often claim that if you are given certain amulets, figurines, plants, or accessories, it is best to get rid of them immediately to avoid health, financial, or personal problems.
Gifts
Although these claims attract interest and are quickly shared, specialists in psychology, anthropology and popular culture explain that these warnings are not based on any concrete evidence, but rather on traditional beliefs that have persisted for centuries in many parts of the world.
More than a supernatural danger, these messages reflect how people interpret objects based on their beliefs, experiences, and cultural background.
Why do many cultures believe that objects can carry negative energy?
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Since ancient times, various societies have believed that objects could absorb the intentions or emotions of those who use them or give them as gifts.
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For example, some traditions state that:
Amulets can protect or harm;
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