New Year's Eve Traditions

From Good Housekeeping:

Wherever you are on the night of December 31, the celebrations for the new year might look a little different. In New York City, people watch a 700-pound ball drop from Times Square, a tradition that’s over 100 years old in New Year's history. While the ball drop has become an iconic tradition in America, countries around the world will ring in 2024 with other special New Year traditions, many of which represent good luck.

In some cultures, starting off the year with good luck foods is customary. Others believe following New Year superstitions, whether wearing a certain underwear color or decorating the house in a unique way, will help bring health, wealth and happiness in the upcoming months.

And while we can't be sure that any New Year tradition will make the year ahead a better one, it certainly doesn't hurt to try one or two out to see if they work. After all, a big part of starting 2024 off on the right foot is all about being in a positive headspace on New Year's Eve, and these will definitely get you there. And if anything, at least you'll have learned an interesting New Year's fact.