Taking out the trash There are many superstitions associated with this hygienic ritual. One of them states that taking out the trash after sunset is not recommended, as it may lead to the loss of family well-being. This may be related to the fact that darkness was once associated with magic and witchcraft. Nowadays, it is also unsafe to walk to the waste container at night, as you might encounter a drunken neighbor or stray dogs. Cleaning Washing floors in the evening is believed to sweep happiness out of the home. Our ancestors thought so. There is a logical explanation here: why tidy up after a workday when it's better to relax, and cleaning can be done during the day on weekends. The only thing that is not prohibited is washing the dishes. A pile of dirty plates won't add positivity in the morning and may attract insects like gnats, ants, or cockroaches. Doing laundry It is believed that hanging laundry at night attracts evil spirits and absorbs negativity. However, if you think about it, wet clothes will take longer to dry in the evening since it is cooler than during the day. And if you constantly dry clothes indoors, increased humidity can lead to mold. Leaving the washing machine running at night is also not recommended, as the vibrations and noise during the spin cycle can disturb both your sleep and that of your neighbors. Letting strangers into the house In ancient times, it was believed that you should not invite or let a stranger into your home close to midnight. If someone knocks on the door, it is acceptable to open it in the first minutes of the next day. We do not recommend doing this even in the first hour—would a decent person be banging on your apartment door at night? Lending money Since ancient times, people have not lent money during the dark hours. This superstition is related to magic and the fear that evil forces could condemn a family to poverty. It was even forbidden to give food, as curses were often cast through salt and bread. We believe that lending money should not be done without a receipt, and the time of day does not matter.