This Halloween, we dive into the spooky science of superstition—why we knock on wood, wear lucky socks, and believe in things that defy logic. From the psychology of control and uncertainty to research on how superstition both stresses and strengthens us, we mix science, humor, and a dash of Stevie Wonder to show why “superstition ain’t the way.”Topics[[[[[[©2025 Behavioral GroovesLinksBelieving in Magic: The Psychology of SuperstitionDelacroix, Eva & Valérie Guillard. (2008). Understanding, defining and measuring the trait of superstition. Join us on Substack!Join the Behavioral Grooves communitySubscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTubeMusic LinksStevie Wonder - Superstition Nightmare Before Christmas - This Is Halloween