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Episode 13March 5, 202523:39

Shattering Superstitions – The Truth About Luck, Faith, and Resilience

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Episode 13: Shattering Superstitions – The Truth About Luck, Faith, and Resilience

Welcome back to Diamonds in Dumpster Fires! In this special (and slightly spooky) 13th episode, we’re tackling a topic you might not expect on a faith-based podcast—superstitions, luck, and how they intersect with faith and resilience.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

  • The origins of Friday the 13th superstitions (and their surprising connection to Christianity)

  • Why we hold on to superstitions, even when we don’t really believe in them

  • The science behind why we notice “bad luck” more than good moments (hello, Reticular Activating System!)

  • How shifting your mindset from fear and control to trust and action can change your life

  • Practical ways to train your brain to focus on blessings instead of bad luck

  • How faith, gratitude, and resilience can help break so-called “bad luck” cycles

Key Takeaways:

  • Superstitions are based on fear and control; faith and resilience are based on trust and action.

  • Your brain seeks what you tell it to look for—if you expect bad luck, you’ll see it everywhere.

  • You can rewire your thinking by focusing on gratitude, reframing setbacks, and trusting God’s plan.

  • Luck doesn’t control your life—God does.