Taboos Associated with Umbrellas

3. Restrictions on where to place umbrellas at home Umbrellas carry moisture and external 'qi' (energy), and in home feng shui, it's advised not to place them randomly in the following locations: • By the main entrance or in conspicuous places: Feng shui experts point out that umbrellas should not be placed directly where they are visible upon entering the door, at the main entrance, or at a 45-degree angle from the door. This can easily lead to wealth energy scattering (financial loss). • Inside the bedroom: The bedroom is a place for rest. If it's filled with umbrellas that gather yin energy and moisture, it can easily affect the health of the residents and marital harmony. • Correct practice: It's recommended to dry the umbrella, fold it neatly, and store it properly in a separate dark corner, in a dedicated umbrella stand inside a shoe cabinet, or in areas like the balcony that do not obstruct movement. 4. Taboos during Ghost Month (7th Lunar Month) at night • Do not use an umbrella at night when going out: Especially during the 7th lunar month, folk beliefs suggest that using an umbrella (particularly a black or red one) at night when there's no rain or sun can easily cause 'ghosts' to mistake it as shelter for a companion and follow you. I've also heard before that you shouldn't cut your nails at night, but I'm not sure about the reasoning. If anyone else has heard of any folk taboos, feel free to share them with me.

This is the first time I'm hearing about this.

And a small question I raised myself, which AI answered for me: Is it taboo to open and dry an umbrella indoors? After a rainy day, umbrellas do need to be opened to dry to prevent mold. If you're concerned about Feng Shui taboos, you can 'resolve' them with peace of mind through the following methods: • Avoid two sensitive areas: When drying your umbrella, absolutely do not open it in the 'center of the living room' or 'inside the bedroom'. The living room is the core of the home's wealth and energy, while the bedroom is a private space for rest. • Best drying spots: It's recommended to take your umbrella to the back balcony, bathroom, a corner of the entryway, or other well-ventilated areas like the back door or kitchen that are less likely to affect the main energy flow. • Avoid overnight: It's believed in folk customs that 'yin energy is heavier at night,' so it's advised to open and dry it during the day, and fold and put it away as soon as it's dry or night falls. • Don't open it fully (compromise): If space allows, you can open the umbrella halfway (without latching it) and invert it on the ground, tip down. This allows for ventilation and drying, and in folk customs, it's not considered 'opening an umbrella indoors.' In summary, folk taboos mainly target 'playing with an open umbrella indoors for no reason.' If it's for daily cleanliness and maintenance in the right spots, there's no need to worry excessively.

Hertz, I didn't expect you to be so interested in folklore. You've organized it quite thoroughly. Especially the method of resolving the taboo of gifting umbrellas using homophones, this kind of information is indeed very practical. I hadn't heard much about it when I was researching gems in Silvalca. Besides these, do you know of any other small taboos in daily life?

Wishing everyone peace, health, and happiness! ❣️

Thanks for sharing🌞

Thanks for sharing.

A ghost is standing under the umbrella.

Thanks for sharing

I know you can't open an umbrella indoors, but I don't know about anything else.

Does it really make a difference?

I haven't heard of these taboos before, thanks for sharing.

I've actually heard of this taboo about not opening umbrellas indoors!

Thanks for sharing

Some umbrella covers are cute and I want to collect them. Buying through a proxy should be fine👍

I know it's taboo, but I still do it. I think it's okay if it wasn't intentional and there was a reason.

It's really a custom.

I've heard of the first two, and they make sense. I haven't heard of the third and fourth ones.

Thanks for sharing

I only know the first two.