Be safe during the Hungry Ghost Month

Hungry Ghost Month Festival

This year, the Hungry Ghost Month is from August 17 to September 15. According to Chinese culture, it is during this time of the year when the Gates of the Spirit, both from Heaven and Hell, open up and release spirits to freely roam the Earth.

From wofs.com, “the day of the Hungry Ghost, which falls on the 15th night of the 7th month, is when the gates of Heaven and Hell is opened up completely, releasing billions of spirits to freely visit those in the human realm.”

It is also said that these spirits may do some mischief during this period. Others even view this month as dangerous and can cause great misfortune especially for those whose chi energy is low or experiencing bad luck. In response, most Chinese and feng shui practitioners “spend the month offering rituals and feasts to appease these spirits.”

To ward off the negativity brought by the Hungry Ghost Month, please these simple rules:
Do not swim at night.
Do not go out late at night.
Do not start construction of any structure.
Do not get married.
Do not buy a home.
Do not start a new business.
Do not move into a new home.
Avoid too much travel.
Avoid medical procedures.

It is also advised to wear bright colors during this month to invite more yang energy. Somber colors represent the yin energy.