By Chirag Daruwalla,News18,Nibandh Vinod

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Feng Shui Tips: In Feng Shui, the tortoise symbolises stability, security and longevity in the house, so it is very important to place it in the right direction and place. It is generally considered auspicious to place it in the north direction of the house as it is the direction of career and life path, which attracts success and new opportunities.
Apart from this, the tortoise can also be placed in the south-west direction to strengthen marital life and family relationships. The tortoise should always face inside the house so that it attracts positive energy.
Place it in a clean, high place and avoid placing it near the bathroom or kitchen so that its energy remains effective. A Feng Shui tortoise placed in the right direction and place brings security, stability and prosperity in life, so it should be placed carefully in the house.
Importance of Tortoise in Feng Shui
In Feng Shui, the tortoise is considered a symbol of longevity, security, stability and strength. It is a representative of the energy of the earth, which transmits positive energy by removing negative influences in the house or workplace. The tortoise is believed to bring strength and balance in life due to its slow, steady steps and strong shell.
Importance of placing the tortoise in the right direction
Direction is very important in Feng Shui. If the tortoise is placed in the right direction, it brings good luck, protection and success.

North direction: Ideal for career and life path. Here, the tortoise helps in bringing stability in career and new opportunities.
South-west direction: Suitable for relationships and married life. Placing it here strengthens family relationships.
South-east direction: The area of wealth and prosperity, the tortoise is placed here for economic security and growth.

The right place of the tortoise in the house

The tortoise should be placed in those places of the house where its energy is more effective.
Place it on the wall or in the corner inside the main door so that it protects the energy coming into the house.
Do not place it directly on the ground; keep it at a higher place.
For protection and mental stability, place it in the bedroom or living room with its back towards you.

Which way should the tortoise face?
Always place the tortoise in a way that its face is facing inside the house. This means that it draws positive energy inside the house and blocks negative energy from outside. If the tortoise faces outside, it can reverse the flow of energy.
The material of the tortoise and its effect
In Feng Shui, tortoises come in different materials, and their material also determines their effect.

Wood Tortoise: Best for health and prosperity, place it in the east or south-east direction.
Metal Tortoise: Best for career, stability and security, place it in the north or west direction.
Crystal Tortoise: Suitable for relationships and peace, place it in the south-west direction.
Water Tortoise: For good luck and career, place it in water in the north direction.

Tortoise and Water Combination
Water activates the energy of the tortoise. If you have an aquarium or a water vessel, then keeping a tortoise in it increases positive energy. Especially a tortoise kept in water in the north direction is considered very auspicious for career. Keep in mind that the water is clean and fresh.
Where not to keep a tortoise?
The tortoise should not be kept near the bathroom, toilet or kitchen, as these places create negative energy.
Do not keep it directly on the ground, as this weakens its energy.
Do not keep a broken or rusted tortoise; it can be inauspicious.
Feng Shui coins and symbols with a tortoise
You can also keep Feng Shui coins tied with a red ribbon or other auspicious symbols like a money frog, a dragon, or a tortoise. This makes the positive energy of the tortoise even more effective.
Regular Care of the Tortoise
If the tortoise is kept in water, it is important to keep the water clean and change it from time to time. This keeps the energy fresh. Keep the tortoise clean and check its condition from time to time.
(The author Chirag Daruwalla is the son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla).