Moving Fortune: Determining the Most Lucky Day for House Removal; Moreover, Exploring 6 Home Superstitions Guaranteeing a Smooth Beginning
Moving into a new home is an exciting yet stressful experience. To make the transition smoother, real estate experts and cultural traditions offer valuable advice on the best days to move and housewarming rituals.
According to real estate expert Jake Kennedy, Monday and Thursday are the best days to move. Kennedy, with an 18-year career in the music industry and now aiding people in navigating the home-buying process, favours Monday due to fewer moving company bookings, easier scheduling, and a fresh start for the week. Moving on a Monday allows for preferred time slots, potentially better rates, and a gradual settling in during the workweek [1].
Thursday, on the other hand, is considered a luckier day to move by popular belief and tradition. It offers nearly four days, including the weekend, to unpack and get settled. Many people perceive Thursday as auspicious for a positive energy start when entering a new house [1].
In Hindu traditions, choosing an auspicious date and time (Griha Pravesh) to enter a new house is crucial to ensure good fortune and positive energy. This is typically calculated based on Vastu Shastra and Hindu lunar calendars, focusing on favorable astrological conditions rather than fixed weekdays [2].
Once you've moved into your new home, it's customary to clean up to get rid of any "residual energy" from the previous owners. A new broom and mop should be bought for a fresh home according to the new home superstition to start with a clean slate. Sage or incense can be used for home cleansing to remove any lingering negative energy from previous occupants [3].
Bringing bread and salt into a new home is a common superstition believed to guarantee prosperity, similar to housewarming rituals from Italy. Interior designer Evelina Juzėnaitė suggests introducing other symbols of abundance, such as fresh fruit, rice, or a small potted plant, to bring life and growth to a new space [4].
Evelina Juzėnaitė also recommends planting basil or rosemary by the door as a new home superstition. Basil is a symbol of protection and good luck, while rosemary drives away evil forces [4]. The color purple & cream is associated with a housewarming gift basket, and the Terracotta Herb / Strawberry Pot from Crocus is suitable for container gardening herbs [5].
Lastly, never bringing an old broom into a new residence is a new home superstition to start fresh and buy a new one for clean energy [6]. The color rust is associated with a chic broom and dustpan, adding a stylish touch to your cleaning tools [7].
By following these tips and traditions, you'll be well on your way to a smooth move and a warm, welcoming new home.
References:
[1] Kennedy, J. (2021). Best days to move into a new house. [Interview].
[2] Mamo, H. (Director, Simon Mamo Real Estate). Personal communication.
[3] Juzėnaitė, E. (Interior designer). Personal communication.
[4] HAY. (2021). Dopamine decor and cleaning accessories. Retrieved from https://www.hay.com/us/home/
[5] VIE. (2021). Sage Smudge Stick. Retrieved from https://www.amazon.com/
[6] Crocus. (2021). Terracotta Herb / Strawberry Pot. Retrieved from https://www.crocus.co.uk/
[7] Unknown. (n.d.). The color rust and a chic broom and dustpan. Retrieved from https://www.pinterest.com/
- To ensure a fresh start and easier scheduling, consider moving on Monday, as suggested by real estate expert Jake Kennedy.
- For those who believe in good luck, Thursday is considered an auspicious day to move according to popular belief and tradition.
- Adopting the Hindu tradition of selecting an auspicious date and time (Griha Pravesh) can encourage good fortune and positive energy in your new home.
- Cleaning your new home, purchasing new cleaning tools, and performing home cleansing rituals can help rid the space of any residual energy from previous owners.
- Evelina Juzėnaitė, an interior designer, recommends incorporating symbols of abundance, such as fresh fruit, rice, or a small potted plant, to bring life and growth to your new living space.
