Worry Dolls Are Not Voodoo Dolls: Let’s Clear Up the Confusion
Worry dolls and voodoo dolls are completely different! Worry dolls come from Guatemalan tradition and are used to help people—especially children—release their worries by telling them to the doll before placing it under their pillow at night. By morning, the worry is said to be gone. They’re a symbol of comfort and emotional relief, not magic or curses.
Voodoo dolls, on the other hand, are often associated with spiritual practices in Haitian Vodou and other traditions. They can be used for various purposes, including healing, protection, or influencing events, but they’re often misunderstood due to pop culture portrayals.
So, worry dolls are all about letting go of stress, while voodoo dolls have a much broader and more complex cultural significance.
