The Psychology of “Lucky Money” Around the World

Описание: Money isn’t just money. Around the world, it carries meaning, memory, and love. In this video, we explore the psychology of “lucky money” or the tradition of gifting money during holidays, weddings, and milestones.

From Chinese red envelopes to Indian shagun, Scottish handsel, and Latin American aguinaldo, these practices show that money is often a symbol of care, protection, and belonging — not just a transaction.

This is a reminder that when people send money across borders, they’re often sending love, hope, and identity along with it.

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Lucky money around the world
01:01 – The psychology behind lucky money
01:10 – Chinese red envelopes: safety & good fortune
02:30 – Shagun in Indian tradition
03:50 – Scottish handsel: “first money” for fortune
04:55 – Aguinaldo Christmas bonuses in Mexico
05:25 – Villancicos: singing for money in Latin America
05:46 – Money as a global blessing
05:52 – Philippines: godparents & aguinaldo
06:00 – Greece: vasilopita tradition
06:15 – The neuroscience of lucky money
06:45 – Otoshidama, gelt, eidi, the tooth fairy & more
07:15 – How digital money is reshaping tradition
08:00 – Why meaning makes money feel magical

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