Don’t give these things as gifts at the beginning of the year, or it might strain relationships and cause financial loss.

In the ancient ways of etiquette, when visiting someone, it is important to bring a gift, but when choosing a gift, one must avoid things that can bring bad luck and affect relationships and fortune. That’s why people used to say “There are three items that should not be given as gifts.” Gifts are meant to maintain good relationships, earn respect, avoid misunderstandings, and maintain peace.

Gifts not only need to have an appropriate value, but they also need to be chosen based on their meaning. They should avoid misunderstandings, conflict, and bringing bad luck to others and oneself.

According to ancient customs, when choosing gifts, it is important to show respect and reverence. Therefore, items that have been used should not be given as gifts, even if they are valuable. It is believed that gifts should be respected and treated as sacred, and giving used items implies disrespect and may bring bad luck. It can create a negative impression and convey the message of using leftovers or reusing things.

These items may still have high value and significance, but they can also create misunderstandings and strain relationships. The recipient may think that they are not being respected and that giving them a used item implies a lack of respect. They may start to doubt and distance themselves. Bringing a used item, even if it has a high value, to someone’s house can be seen as bringing bad luck and misfortune. This is considered bad in terms of feng shui and social etiquette. Therefore, it is important to choose gifts carefully to maintain long-lasting relationships and avoid negative consequences.

In the case of close relationships, it is important to communicate in advance and treat it as sharing instead of a gift.

A gift that is too valuable can create discomfort instead of joy

A gift should be balanced in terms of financial value. It’s not about giving expensive gifts to show their worth. A meaningful gift represents a caring connection that brings happiness, harmony, and stronger bonds.

Giving a gift that is too valuable can make the recipient feel uncomfortable and even avoid future occasions. A high-value gift may make the recipient wary and worried about hidden intentions or financial burdens. They may be afraid of owing a debt or being forced to repay the gift in some way. A large gift can create potential difficulties and legal issues.

In interpersonal relationships, it is best to avoid situations that involve owing debts to each other to maintain a happy atmosphere. Therefore, if you give a gift that is too valuable, it can turn a gentle and pleasant relationship into a burden, causing anxiety and creating barriers in the relationship. In business relationships, the recipient may try to avoid you, which can lead to a decline in prosperity and luck. In close relationships, the recipient may have to figure out how to repay the debt, turning the gift into a burden for both parties.

Awareness of items that should not be given as gifts

Not everything useful in life can be bought as a gift for others. Ancient traditions advise against giving a watch as a birthday gift, an umbrella as a wedding gift, and a pear when visiting someone. In Chinese, the word for “watch” sounds like “attending the end,” implying farewell or paying respects to the deceased. The word for “umbrella” sounds like “scatter,” and the word for “pear” sounds like “separation” or “cutting,” which implies division and separation. These meanings can bring negative effects to relationships and disrupt the positive energies created.

Therefore, when visiting someone, especially when visiting business partners, it is important to avoid these taboos to maintain good luck, ensure successful business opportunities, and sustain fortunate relationships. Neglecting these customs may lead to trouble, negatively affecting relationships, prosperity, and trust between individuals.

This information is for reference purposes only.