Many real lechuza stories have a mix of both. People might see a lechuza at night and, because of the spooky atmosphere, assume it's something more than just a bird. But if we look at scientific facts, lechuzas are nocturnal hunters, and their behavior can be observed and studied. So, while some aspects of the stories are superstitious, others are real observations.
In my opinion, real hoodoo stories are mainly based on superstition. While there might be some coincidental events that seem to support the stories, like someone getting better after using a hoodoo remedy. But there's no scientific basis for things like using a charm to ward off evil spirits. Most of it is part of a cultural and traditional belief system that has been passed down, and the stories are more about the faith and hope of the people who believe in hoodoo rather than actual facts.
One real lechuza story is about a lechuza that was seen perched on an old barn at night. People in the village said it made strange hooting sounds that sent chills down their spines. They believed it was a sign of something mysterious about to happen.
It's a complex matter. There are some accounts that seem very convincing at first glance. For instance, there are stories where people exhibit strange behavior that stops after an exorcism. But when you look deeper, there could be other explanations. Environmental factors, like mold in a house causing hallucinations, or psychological stress could be the real cause. So it's hard to say they are completely based on facts. It's more likely that most are a mix of superstition and misinterpreted natural phenomena.
Some real exorcist stories might be based on facts. There are cases where people exhibit abnormal behavior that cannot be easily explained by modern medicine. In such situations, exorcism has been attempted, and sometimes, the person's condition has improved. However, there are also many cases that are likely just superstition, as people in the past were quick to attribute strange things to the supernatural without proper investigation.
Not all. Some Friday the 13th stories are based on superstition, but there are also real events that just happened to occur on this date. For example, there might be some minor accidents or misfortunes that are blown out of proportion because of the date's reputation. However, in most cases, it's just a coincidence that these events took place on Friday the 13th.
Some real clairvoyant stories might be based on coincidence. People tend to remember the times when something was 'predicted' and it came true, but forget all the times it didn't. So, in many cases, it could be superstition.
A lot of real demonic stories are likely more superstition than fact. People in the past didn't have the scientific knowledge we have today. For example, sleep paralysis, which can cause a feeling of a presence and inability to move, was probably misinterpreted as a demonic attack. However, there are some cases that are hard to explain away completely, so it's a complex issue.
It's hard to say for sure. Some people believe they are based on facts because of the numerous eyewitness accounts. However, there's no scientific evidence yet. So it could also be superstition or misidentification. For example, a person might see a large bear standing on its hind legs from a distance and mistake it for a dogman.
Some might be based on real psychological or physiological conditions misinterpreted as possession. For example, certain mental illnesses can cause abnormal behavior. But in some cases, especially in religious contexts, people firmly believe they are dealing with the supernatural, so it's hard to say for sure. It could be a mix of superstition and misinterpreted events.
The case of Fritz Haarman could be considered in this regard. He was a German serial killer in the early 20th century. He killed at least 27 boys and young men. He was known as the 'Vampire of Hanover' because he would bite his victims' necks and drink their blood. His actions were based on his own deranged psychological state rather than any supernatural beliefs, but his modus operandi made him part of the 'vampire - like' real - story category.