Eight Spooky Superstitions for a Fun Halloween

Nail-Clipping Nightmares and 7 Spooky Superstitions for a Hauntingly Fun Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner, and Filipinos are known for embracing the spooky spirit with gusto! But besides the costumes, jack-o’-lanterns, and trick-or-treating, there’s a whole world of fascinating superstitions that add a unique flavor to our Halloween celebrations.

Today, we’re diving into eight spooky beliefs – starting with a question many Filipinos ponder: Why shouldn’t you cut your nails at night?

The Nail-Clipping Conundrum

Many Filipinos believe that cutting your nails at night invites bad luck or misfortune. The reasons vary depending on region. Some say it can shorten your lifespan, while others believe it can attract evil spirits. There’s also the practical concern of accidentally cutting yourself in the dark.

Whatever the reason, this superstition is a reminder of the importance our ancestors placed on respecting the night and taking care of ourselves during those darker hours.

7 More Superstitions to Spice Up Your Halloween

1. Beware the Wandering Dead: Filipinos believe that on Halloween night, the veil between the living and the dead is thin. So, some folks avoid leaving their homes or making too much noise for fear of attracting restless spirits.
2. Light the Way for Lost Souls: To guide these spirits home, some families light candles outside their doors. This act of kindness is believed to help lost souls find their way back to the afterlife.
3. New Clothes, New Luck: Donning a new outfit on Halloween is said to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits. So, dust off those costumes and get ready for a spooktacular transformation!
4. Sweeping Away Bad Luck: Sweeping the floor on Halloween night is believed to sweep away bad luck and misfortune for the coming year. Just be sure to sweep it outwards, towards the door, to ensure the negativity exits your home.
5. Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Looking into a mirror at midnight on Halloween is said to reveal your future spouse. But be careful – some believe you might see a terrifying apparition instead!
6. Dreaming of Destiny: Eating a specific fruit (like guava or banana) before bed on Halloween night is said to bring prophetic dreams about your future love life or career.
7. Playing with Fire (Figuratively): Lighting bonfires on Halloween night is a tradition in some parts of the Philippines. The fire is believed to ward off evil spirits and cleanse the home of negativity.

So, will you be following these age-old superstitions this Halloween?

Whether you take them with a grain of salt or fully embrace the spooky spirit, these beliefs add a unique layer of cultural richness to our Halloween celebrations. Here’s to a safe, fun, and hauntingly happy Halloween for everyone!