I've tried to focus on the positive when it comes to a Friday the 13th and tip the scales away from fear and over time I consider the day to be a lucky day for me. However it was a bit disconcerting that so many do fear this day according to the link in your post. "According to the Stress Management Center and Phobia Institute in Asheville, North Carolina, an estimated 17 to 21 million people in the United States are affected by a fear of this day, making it the most feared day and date in history. Some people are so paralyzed by fear that they avoid their normal routines in doing business, taking flights or even getting out of bed. "It's been estimated that [US]$800 or $900 million is lost in business on this day". Could say "what a difference a day makes" LOL