Has science ever proven the concept of luck? Even though I have used luck as a factor before, deep down I don’t feel sure if it exists.

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The concept of “luck” as a tangible, scientifically proven entity doesn’t really exist in the realm of empirical science. In science, phenomena are typically observed, tested, and explained through theories and experiments that can be consistently replicated. Luck, on the other hand, is a more abstract concept, often tied to personal beliefs and cultural understandings.

When people refer to luck, they’re often talking about random chance and probability. For example, winning a lottery is a matter of chance based on the odds of the draw. In a scientific context, this isn’t “luck” but a statistical likelihood. Similarly, an unexpected positive outcome in someone’s life might be attributed to luck, but from a scientific standpoint, it could be the result of a complex interplay of various factors and probabilities.

The closest science gets to exploring concepts like luck is in the field of psychology, where researchers might study perception of luck and its effects on behavior and decision-making. Some studies have shown that believing in luck can affect a person’s performance and confidence levels. For instance, if…