Four important stats about Friday the 13th
Updated | By East Coast Drive
Were you afraid that you would run into bad luck on this Friday the 13th? Well you’re definitely not alone!

Many people say claim that they aren't superstitious but actually are.
So to commemorate the day, we've gathered four stats about Friday the 13th that we simply had to share with you.
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1. People still consider themselves superstitious even when they claim they're not
It is said that almost 80% of people consider themselves as superstitious even though they won't actually admit it. Do you consider yourself as superstitious?
2. There are common superstitions that people swear by
The most common include wearing lucky socks or socks, touching wood to prevent bad things from happening and even keeping a lucky coin on them.
3. Yes, there are superstitious moments!
Some of the most common superstitious moments include gambling, getting married or even starting a job. Can you believe it?!
4. People go out of their way to reduce their bad luck.
There is a percentage of people, about 5% to be exact, that actually stay home to prevent any bad luck from happening to them on Friday the 13th.
Do you consider yourself as superstitious? Did anything strange happen to you on Friday the 13th? Share your thoughts with us below.
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