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Fewer Births During the Year of the Snake: Superstitions and Cultural Beliefs Explained

Credited from: SCMP

  • Birth rates dip significantly during the Year of the Snake, with over 1.97 million fewer births in China compared to the Year of the Dragon.
  • The Year of the Snake is often viewed negatively in Chinese culture, symbolizing qualities like insidiousness and cunning, contributing to fewer births.
  • Some internet comments reveal a strong belief that children born in this year are unlucky, causing potential financial difficulties.
  • Contrastingly, others argue that snakes symbolize wisdom and successful figures have been born in Snake years, creating mixed perceptions.
  • Ultimately, child prospects depend more on parental influence rather than the zodiac sign, despite cultural beliefs affecting birth choices.

For the full article, visit South China Morning Post.

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