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International Left Handers Day: Folklore and Superstition Associated with ‘Lefties’

International Left-Handers Day raises awareness of challenges faced by about 10% of people and highlights scientific findings on brain activity and cultural stigma worldwide.

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As the world celebrates International Left Handers Day today, we take a look at some of the negative - and positive - beliefs surrounding the left hand.

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International Left-Handers Day: Origin, meaning, benefits, and famous left-handers

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The world is designed for right-handed people, with slightly more than ten percent of people being left-handed. There are a variety of assignments for them. They range from clumsy, sporty to more creative. Which of them are true, shows ntv.de.

Every 13th of August is celebrated the International Day of the Left, with the aim of making people who use the left hand visible and highlighting their creativity and abilities. This date also seeks to reflect on the prejudices and myths that historically faced, from being considered of bad luck to being forced to use the right hand in schools and homes. YOU CAN INTEREST: Youth Day: 5 ways adolescents communicated in the 90s and 2000s What are …

Every 13th of August is celebrated the International Left Day, a date dedicated to people who demonstrate their skill with the left side.

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Euronews broke the news in France on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
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