text:  Yeah, I think it's just they feel like it's benign. Like, what's the harm it could do? I don't think they're actively believing it. Like, you know, for instance, when I want to ward off the evil eye, I will knock on wood or touch wood if I say something that I hope won't come true. It is an interesting question. Why are humans so superstitious? Why do we believe in old wives' tales?