BAD LUCK? GOOD BUD. A black cat crossing your path? A broken mirror? And Friday the 13th on top of it all? For some, that’s reason enough to stay in bed all day. For us, it’s the perfect excuse to take a closer look at a few old stories. Because let’s face it: Just because something has been repeated a million times doesn’t make it true. And that goes for bad luck superstitions just as much as the myths surrounding cannabis and CBD. So grab your lucky charm, leave your superstitions at the door and join us somewhere between black cats and green legends.
FRIDAY THE 13TH – WHAT’S ALL THE FUSS ABOUT ?
The number 13 has had a bad reputation for centuries. While 12 traditionally represents completeness in many cultures – twelve months, twelve zodiac signs – 13 is often seen as the odd one out. Friday has also carried negative associations in parts of European tradition. At some point, the two came together to create the calendar’s most notorious unlucky combination. But here’s the thing: There’s no scientific evidence that Friday the 13th is inherently more dangerous than any other day. Maybe 13 isn’t the problem. Maybe it’s the stories we tell about it.
MYTH 1: BLACK CATS BRING BAD LUCK
Poor little things. Black cats have a serious PR problem. In some European traditions, they’ve been associated with witchcraft and misfortune. Elsewhere, they’re considered symbols of good luck. In Japan and Scotland, for example, positive superstitions about black cats have existed for generations. The takeaway? Whether a black cat brings good luck or bad luck apparently depends more on the story than the cat. Which brings us to another misunderstood character.
MYTH 2: CBD GETS YOU HIGH
FALSE. And there’s an important distinction. Cannabis isn’t just cannabis. The plant contains numerous cannabinoids, including THC and CBD. THC is primarily responsible for the intoxicating effects commonly associated with cannabis. CBD, on the other hand, doesn’t produce the typical THC high. That doesn’t mean CBD has no effects, or that every CBD product is automatically THC-free. Composition, quality and potential interactions still matter. Two cannabinoids. Different properties. Time to stop putting them in the same basket.
MYTH 3: WALKING UNDER A LADDER BRINGS LUCK
This superstition actually has a surprisingly practical side. Walking under a ladder can genuinely be dangerous. Tools might fall, the ladder could tip over, or someone could trip. No supernatural forces required. Just a little common sense. Sometimes there’s a sensible warning hiding behind an old superstition.
MYTH 4: CBD IS A MIRACLE CURE FOR EVERYTHING
Nice try. But no magic here. There are plenty of promises surrounding CBD. From better sleep to reduced stress and all kinds of health benefits. Researchers are investigating CBD in various medical contexts. CBD-based medicines have already been approved for certain rare forms of epilepsy. For many other commonly advertised uses, however, the scientific evidence remains limited or inconsistent. So CBD isn’t a magical potion, but it isn’t automatically useless either. What matters is distinguishing scientific evidence from clever marketing.
MYTH 5: BREAKING MIRRORS MEANS 7 YEAR OF BAD LUCK
Seven years? For a piece of glass? Pretty dramatic. The superstition dates back to ancient beliefs that mirrors reflected more than someone’s appearance – they were sometimes thought to reveal something about the person’s soul or essence. Today, we know that breaking a mirror mostly means one very annoying cleanup. Seven years of bad luck? Not included. Maybe seven minutes with the vacuum cleaner.
MYTH 6: NATURAL AUTOMATICALLY MEANS *SAFE*
Another myth worth breaking. Just because something comes from a plant doesn’t automatically make it harmless for everyone. CBD can cause side effects and interact with certain medications. CBD products also vary in their composition, purity and quality. That’s why checking ingredients, independent laboratory analyses and transparent product information matters. Good products. Good information. No fairy tales.
BAD LUCK? DO NOT BUY THE CAT IN THE BAG…
Black cats, broken mirrors or green myths: Some stories survive not because they’re true, but because they’re just too good to stop telling. And that’s exactly why it’s worth taking a closer look every once in a while. At Tom Hemp’s, we’re all about character, good stories and the cannabis plant. But we’re equally passionate about facts, transparency and challenging outdated misconceptions. So don’t panic about Friday the 13th.
KEEP THE GOOD VIBES. DITCH THE MYTHS. 🐈⬛
