Superstitions are fascinating as they blend cultural, historical, and sometimes personal elements into a belief system that defies logic or scientific rationale. One of the more unconventional superstitions I subscribe to is the practice of avoiding passing on the stairs. This belief stems from the idea that passing someone on the stairs interrupts the energy flow and can lead to misfortune or conflict.
This superstition, although seemingly irrational, has roots in various cultures and times where staircases were narrow and passing could indeed lead to accidents. As an added twist of personal anecdote, every time I’ve consciously avoided passing someone on the stairs, a conversation inevitably follows or something serendipitous occurs later, reinforcing the notion that maybe, just maybe, there’s a thread of cosmic truth to it. This belief seems to tango on the light edge of whimsy and plausible caution, a dance many superstitions share.
