Easy feng shui tips to attract prosperity in 2017

MANILA – This New Year’s Eve, make sure to do these things at home to invite prosperity and wealth in 2017, a feng shui expert said.

In his book “Feng Shui 2017” under ABS-CBN Publishing, Hanz Cua gave easy tips on how to attract good fortune and rid the home of negative energy.

These include opening all windows and doors at home at exactly 12 midnight on January 1, making loud noises using pots, pans and fireworks and sharing a meal with the family, among others.

Here are excerpts from his book:

“Sa ganap na alas-dose ng hatinggabi, buksan ang lahat ng pinto, bintana at mga ilaw upang pumasok ang swerte sa loob ng bahay.”

“Upang madagdagan ang pagtaas o maging mas matangkad, tumalon nang paulit-ulit.”

“Lumikha ng ingay upang mapaalis ang malas: kalampagin ang mga kaldero at kawali, magpatugtog nang malakas, sabayan ng tawanan at sigawan, magpailaw ng mga lusis, kwitis. Ngunit mag-ingat sa malalakas at mapanganib na mga paputok gaya ng labintador, trianggulo at iba pa upang makaiwas sa disgrasya.”

“Salu-salong kumain ng media noche at pagsaluhan ang biyaya ng Panginoon na may kasamang pasasalamat at paghingi ng patawad.”

“Sa unang araw ng Enero, isama ang pamilya sa pamamasyal.”

Although not all Filipinos believe in feng shui, many of them prefer to be on the safe side by adhering to its principles, buying trinkets and other “lucky” items for themselves and their homes.

Others, meanwhile, opt to respect the ancient Chinese system the same way that believers do not criticize their Catholic faith.

source: news.abs-cbn.com

12 'lucky' fruits to ring in the New Year

MANILA – Preparing to welcome 2015 at home? Consider adding these fruits to your dining table on New Year’s Eve to attract prosperity and good luck, a feng shui practitioner said.

According to Hanz Cua, these 12 “lucky” fruits symbolize each month of the year, bringing anything from money and luxury to happiness and good health.

Here are Cua’s 12 suggested fruits and their respective meanings:

1. Pineapple – the Chinese word for pineapple is “ong-lai,” which means “fortune cones.”

2. Orange – represents gold in Chinese tradition. Its round shape signifies money.

3. Apple – the Chinese word for apple is “ping,” which means “harmony.”

4. Grapes – represents luxury as these are traditionally eaten by royalty.

5. Banana – comes in clusters, symbolizing unity. Its yellow color stands for happiness.

6. Mango – its sweetness signifies strong family ties.

7. Lemon – its fragrance and essence is known to cleanse and remove negative vibes.

8. Watermelon – symbolizes prosperity. Its many seeds stand for abundance.

9. Papaya – similar to the orange, it represents gold in Chinese tradition.

10. Lychee – its round, red body stands for happiness and good fortune.

11. Avocado – its colors – green and purple – symbolize prosperity.

12. Pomelo – its bright red or pink pulp represents good health.

source: www.abs-cbnnews.com