for New Year Luck - mga pampaswerte sa Bagong Taon

Ito po ay katuwaan lang. Ayon sa tradisyong Filipino (according to Pinoy superstitions and traditions), para swertihin sa Bagong Taon (to attract good luck starting on New Year's Eve), dapat:

- tumalon-talon pagpatak ng hating gabi (para madagdagan daw ang height, jump-jump when the clock strikes midnight)

- mag-ingay gamit ang mga di-nakakapinsalang bagay o music (make noise using safe and non-toxic stuff) o kaya ay huwag magpaputok (avoid using firecrackers and firearms)

- magsuot ng damit na pula o polka dots ang design (wear red or polka dotted clothes)

- kumain ng masustansyang pagkain, iwasan ang sobrang mamantika at nakalalasing (eat healthy food, avoid greasy food and too much alcohol intake)

- huwag magmaneho kung nakainom (don't drink and drive)

- sa Chinese New Year, kumain ng noodles, tikoy at malalagkit na pagkain (eat noodles, tikoy and / or sticky rice-cake /food for long life and good luck)

- maghagis o magtapon ng barya sa kwarto (scatter your coins around you)

- gumawa ng New Year's Resolution (make a New Year's Resolution)

- maghanda ng 12 o 13 na bilog na prutas (have 12 or 13 round fruits on your table)

- magbahagi ka ng good luck wishes at biyaya sa iba (give other people good luck wishes and share your blessings)

- kung naniniwala sa lucky charms, maiging magkaroon ng arowana, lucky beads, abacus, money tree sa hilaga, blessed figurines, Buddha figurines, ox figurines o pictures, lucky crystals at iba pa (if you believe in lucky charms, an arowana, lucky beads, abacus, money tree in the northern part of your house, blessed figurines, Buddha figurines, ox figurines or pictures, lucky crystals and many other feng shui gadgets are recommended)

- siguraduhing may pera sa wallet, coin purse, bag o bulsa (make sure you have money in your wallet, coin purse, bag or pocket)

- magbayad ng mga utang (pay debts)

- maglagay ng pera sa pulang ampao at ilagay sa ilalim ng unan (put money inside a red ampao envelope and hide it under your pillow)

- magpatawad at magsimula ng panibagong taon na may positibong atitud (forgive and start the new year with optimism and a positive attitude)

- magsaya kasama ang pamilya, mga kaibigan at/o mahal sa buhay (celebrate with your family, friends and/or loved ones)

- magsimba (attend mass)

- manalangin, magpasalamat sa mga biyaya (offer prayers, give thanks for the blessings)

Ito po ulit ay blog post for New Year Luck - mga pampaswerte sa Bagong Taon.

Happy New Year!

:)

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Article posted Jan. 15

Believers in Feng Shui and lucky charms were advised to observe the following rituals for the Year of the Ox (2009) since the year brings the global crisis a lot closer to home. Unemployment, underemployment and poverty has been forecasted to get worse. Filipinos are advised to prepare for economic recession by minding the basics. Psychics and merchandisers give some Feng Shui tips that can help believers cope with the times ahead. This blogger advises readers to analyze the situation more deeply and to not rely on superstitions or false ideas. Catholics are likewise cautioned not to rely on these beliefs as faith in God takes primacy.

Some Tips from luck-experts:

Positive Attitude
Have a positive attitude. Overcome negatives. Write down your wishes and resolutions.

Garlic
"A clove of garlic signifies new opportunities coming into your life. Place 24 pieces of garlic on top of your dining table. This is a year-round ritual so don’t forget to replace it when needed."

Rice
Your rice container should be filled with rice.

Fruits
Pineapple, apple, and oranges were mentioned.

Clean up
As the year begins, people are advised to clean up or declutter. Broken glass and items should be removed from your house. Old clothes, bottles and items that you don't need should be thrown, recycled or donated to charity. According to Feng Shui, front doors must be clean and well lit. Doors facing north and east require some charms.

Flowing Water
Water symbolizes money. An indoor waterfalls with a Djambala treasure box is recommended.

Lucky 9
The symbol of an ox with a bell and a teapot, surrounded with bejeweled wishing crystals is to be placed at the center of your house. To attract wealth, the wearer can use a 9 eye citrine bracelet, a lettuce Peridot bracelet or a Mantra leather bracelet.

Avoid using sharp objects, white plates and wearing black or white. Use a red table cloth for your New Year dinner. Wear bright-colored shirts 15 days after New Year. Bathe with pomelo soap before New Year, use a new yellow bath towel and spray on sandalwood cologne.

Merchants recommend the following items for good luck: The Ox with Bell and Tea Pot, Brass Money Coin Tree, 8 Immortals, Silver Box, Money Yellow Buddha, Djambala Treasure box, Camel, Medicine Buddha, Money Collector, Red Buddha, The Happy Buddha Mantra, Golden Ruyi Buddha, Chong Kwei, The Animal Zodiac Sign, Auspicious Sticker and a Wealthship.