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[Alexandr Korol]

And most interesting — you should take note — that even if you acquire an aquarium and you have goldfish living in it, but you do this consciously, knowing that it is a symbol of fortune, then it will work.

Something else curious. Imagine, what was highlighted for me — I had the thought that I probably need to make such a picture. “In German culture, the chimney sweep is a symbol of fortune and happiness. Traditionally, to meet a chimney sweep or to receive his image as a gift is considered a good omen, promising luck and well-being. More details of the stories and traditions: it is believed that the superstition of chimney sweeps as a symbol of fortune arose because of the danger of their profession. People believed that if a chimney sweep, working at such heights, did not fall and completed his work, then luck was with him. And this fortune extended to those who met him or touched him. What brings good luck? To meet a chimney sweep, to kiss him, to touch his clothing or his button — all this was considered a sign of luck. In some countries, for example in Germany, chimney sweeps are also invited to weddings, so that the newlyweds would have good fortune in their marriage.” So, you see — the chimney sweep. I looked at the images: it is such a kind of classic, a man in the traditional clothing of those times a hundred years ago, with a top hat — yes, a hat like a cylinder — and in his hands a ladder, a stepladder. And I thought, well, all right, I will make this, I will draw it and ask a designer to create such a thing. This chimney sweep was highlighted for me, that he is also needed. And here is his symbolism: “The chimney sweep is associated with fortune, happiness, prosperity, and even protection from fires, since his work is connected with cleaning chimneys.”

Interesting — I have a few articles saved, even with memes, little pictures about safety pins. And it says: “An ordinary, simplest safety pin can become a powerful magnet for attracting fortune and money.” There. That it is a magnet... And again, just like that... “Here is how you can attract fortune, money, and love with the help of a simple safety pin. It works,” someone writes. Can you imagine? So, this is how the pin was highlighted for me — and then, you see, I found such articles, showing that people truly believe. People believe and consider it really important. And I see that yes, this must be tried. What else?