There are many superstitions among the people associated with a leap year. It is generally accepted that more disasters and catastrophes happen this year compared to ordinary, common years. What does a leap year bring us? Should you believe the signs and be afraid of him?
According to popular beliefs, you should not plan new business for a leap year, especially construction, relocation, marriage, change of place of work - nothing will work out. But is this so, and is it worth postponing your life for later because of old superstitions?
Leap year marriage
There are especially many signs associated with marriage. It is believed that the next two years will be unsuccessful for marriage. However, it is worth noting that in Russia a leap year was considered exactly the year of brides, this year every girl had the right to marry her beloved boy herself and he could not refuse. Therefore, many men married unloved ones, as a result of which many marriages entered into in a leap year fell apart. From here, most likely, the belief about an unsuccessful year for marriage was born. So, if you are sure of the reciprocity of your feelings, you can safely plan a wedding celebration.
Birth of a child
Since ancient times, people born in a leap year have been treated with special respect. It was believed that they were endowed with supernatural powers and an unusual fate awaited them. There is also a belief that people born in a leap year are long-livers. And our ancestors also believed that newborns this year bring good luck and happiness to their loved ones. Most importantly, remember that no matter what year your baby is born, it is always a joyful event for the family.
In fact, studies have long shown that it accounts for only a tenth of all disasters and natural disasters (this is a small percentage). Therefore, you should not be afraid of him and build your life on fear of old superstitions. Tune in to the positive and plan your destiny, reach new heights, and then prosperity and success await you in any year!
