The ringing of the gong is practiced as a minor cure to bring good to the environment and rid of negativity. It is believed that the ringing of the gong is a way to communicate to the spirit world and invite kind spirits to protect the household. Gongs came to symbolize luck because it was thought of as lucky if the kind spirits came. The sounds of the gong is also used as a healing element. The pleasing sounds are believed to be able to relieve tension and anger during stressful situations.