The belief that body sensations foretell events is widespread in many folklore traditions. In this case, foot itching as a predictor of travel likely stems from earlier cultures where journeying was rare and often associated with change or adventure. Many cultures in Europe, Asia, and Africa hold similar omens. In some Slavic, African American, and Caribbean traditions, the right foot’s itching signifies a beneficial outing, while the left may signal bad news or difficult travels. These beliefs were passed down orally and varied by region, though they commonly stem from the idea that the body acts as a spiritual antenna, providing unconscious warnings or prophecies. The metaphorical connection between ‘itching to go’ and literal foot itching likely reinforced the superstition’s persistence across multiple cultures and generations.