Avoid arguing or lying down all day to ensure good fortune in coming year

Do not argue, swear, cut hair, tear clothes, lend money, slaughter, or wear stripes

Do not cut hair, wash clothes, collect debts, sleep late, or curse

Do not get married, pick up random items, or speak carelessly

Tips to avoid a phantom faux pas now that Hell's Gates have opened

Don't spank kids, sweep, eat porridge, take naps, or break anything on Lunar New Year's Day

Culprit filled raincoat with hydrogen and let it float with wind

Do not step on joss paper, steal offerings, or utter obscenities, lest Good Brothers seek revenge

Avoid tonics, cold drinks, sun, AC, heavy labor, staying up too late, and excitement

Do not have sex, marry, go to a funeral, argue, or make major decisions on Dongzhi