Did you know it's bad luck to buy a Russian lover an even number of roses? Oh, and if you dream of fish, your best friend is probably pregnant - she just doesn't know it yet. Love is a mind game - and if you're finding the world of dating tough, especially around Valentine's Day when all of your friends will be heading out for 'date night' - perhaps you're just not following the right rituals on your quest. Quirky gifts website Red Candy has shared nine of the most bizarre superstitions from around the world which may just help you conquer romance in 2016.
1. Never give a Russian lover 2 roses Or 200 for that matter. someone is attracted to you If you're dating a Russian, make sure you only ever give flowers in odd numbers - or they may just dump you on the spot. In Russia, it's tradition to hand out even roses at funerals - and the last thing you want to associate your lover with is death.
2. I think we may have a mole... If your partner has a mole or beauty mark somewhere near their mouth, Koreans might tell you to steer clear - as it suggests they'll make unfaithful partners.
3. Better get shaving In China, having a beard or a moustache is considered bad luck, bringing misfortune down upon the family and friends of the wearer.
4. Cry your heart out Another Chinese custom says that the bride-to-be should start crying between 15-30 days before her big day. The greater the tears shed, the happier her marriage will be.
5. Love at first sight? You've heard of counting sheep to help you sleep? Well, in Texas, an old superstition says that if you count 50 white horses, the next man you shake hands with will be the man you marry.
6. Ditch THAT party trick See also: Three simple tests to tell if someone is attracted to you Can your tongue reach your elbow? According to American tradition, if you're able to kiss/lick your elbow - and have tried and tested it - you've crushed any chances of you ever finding the man of your dreams.
7. Dreamt of fish? You could have a superpower There's a superstition in Africa that if you dream of fish - you or someone close to you is pregnant.
8. Ouch! In Egypt it's considered good luck to pinch the bride on her wedding day. Who needs a beautiful wedding gift when you can get a squeeze from every guest instead?
9. How to fall pregnant...revealed If you want to increase your chances of falling pregnant, local folklore in Gambia suggest bathing in the enticingly named 'Kachikally Crocodile Pool' filled with crocodiles and fertility inducing magic.
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