@jcksteve, look man we are living in 2020 not in the ancient age. These are some culture and they might be very important for others and I do respect the culture but please I do not see any of them has any use in my life.
this is often said by westerners as local wisdom, if you want to try, someone can send to you now!!
US President George Bush was afraid of this risk when visiting a location where people are still strong in this culture.!!