In most Indian households, Thursday is believed to be the best day to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Brihaspati; and this is why on Thursdays there are many do’s and don’ts that can help in bringing in wealth, health and prosperity.
However, amidst the fast-paced life, many people end up making certain common mistakes on this day, which may result in draining of wealth and attracting negativity in life.What makes Thursday so important?In Indian homes, Thursday is an important day, as it is associated with Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Brihaspati, the planet that governs wisdom and wealth. People think that some actions on this day can make their financial luck better or worse.
To keep your home filled with prosperity, there are some things you should not do. So, here’s your guide to maintaining positive energy in your home.
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Avoid deep cleaning the houseOne common rule is to avoid deep cleaning your house on Thursdays. While being clean is good, traditions say you should not mop the floors or clear old cobwebs on this day. It is believed that scrubbing the house hard might wash away the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.
Just let the home’s energy rest and settle.Personal groomingThere is a belief that you should not cut your hair, trim your nails, or shave on a Thursday. In astrology, Jupiter is linked to your life force and longevity. Cutting or shortening things on this day might affect your luck and attract obstacles. Save your salon visits for a Wednesday or Friday.The laundry ruleMany elders say not to wash clothes like bedsheets or curtains on a Thursday.
Even washing your hair is discouraged for women on this day. The idea is that Jupiter represents the head of the family and overall prosperity. Using soaps on this day might drain your savings or cause unnecessary expenses.Don’t lend moneyTry to avoid lending money to others on a Thursday. Money given out on this day is hard to get back. Apart from that, also taking a loan on a Thursday can make the debt feel hard to pay off.
If you have to make a payment, do it with gratitude, not worry. If it can wait until Friday, that’s better for keeping your wealth stable.
What to do insteadMoreover, of these mistakes, one can focus on the color yellow to attract good luck; wear clothes or eat yellow food like chana dal or turmeric-based dishes on this day. Light a lamp with ghee near a banana tree or in your prayer corner. This small act is like a magnet for good vibrations and by avoiding mistakes and doing things, you create a peaceful environment where wealth wants to stay.
