Does the horseshoe face up or down over doorway?. Please leave through the same door. It’s bad karma to exit through a different doorway. There is a big red horn, hanging below my car mirror. It’s for preventing bad luck while driving. When I can’t find something, I pray to Saint ANTHONY. Please help me find what I’m looking for. Throwing salt from the shaker, over my right and left shoulder. Prevents any evil lurking. Holy water sprinkled in every room of my house. It’s an Italian blessing. You hear bad news, you make the sign of the cross . A new baby is born. Put a red ribbon in crib, or pin it to the child’s clothing. Oh my god, I stay home when it’s Friday the 13th. Don’t wear black, except to a funeral. Wearing saints and a horn around your neck for protection from the devil. Let’s not forget the evil eye. It’s a little charm ,which can be worn as well. This warts off anyone, wishing you harm. I am of Italian descent.These eccentric superstitions have been passed down for generations.I believe this will continue for future generations.If you don’t believe in superstitions, ask my Mom. 🤞🤞 👁️.