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  Goldfish represent abundance and surplus

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  Phoenixes symbolize good luck, especially for women

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  Dragons are auspicious and bring happiness and good fortune

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  Turtles can symbolize longevity but may also bring bad business luck if kept as pets

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  Don’t get a haircut during the first lunar month, as it may bring bad luck to your maternal uncle

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  No mirrors should face the bed, or your soul could be trapped in the mirror world

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  Young children should jump on the marital bed before a wedding to encourage fertility

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  Never point at a Buddha statue with your index finger

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  Don’t call people by their name at night, or ghosts may hear and find them

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  Open doors and windows at midnight on New Year’s Eve to let out bad luck and welcome good fortune