How to make a wish for the New Year 2026: Russian folk beliefs and rules
New Year is not only a holiday, but also a time for magic and wish fulfillment. Since ancient times, there have been many traditions and beliefs associated with New Year's Eve in Russia. This is a time when faith in miracles is especially strong, and every wish can become a reality. For more information, see the Izvestia article.
How to make a wish correctly
According to folk traditions, in order for a wish to come true, it must be made in silence and solitude, focusing all your thoughts on what you have in mind. To get rid of unnecessary thoughts and emotions, it is important to close your eyes for a few minutes, relax and tune in a positive way.
It is believed that the most powerful time for making wishes is when the chimes strike. At midnight, all desires can become reality if you are focused at that moment and know exactly what you want. In Russia, it was believed that at this moment a portal to the world of magic and miracles opened, and the universe was ready to hear all requests.
A wish on paper
One of the most popular ways to make a wish is to write it down on paper. In the old days, it was customary to write your dreams and desires on small pieces of paper, and then burn them by throwing the ashes into a glass of champagne. After that, the person had to drink the drink, believing that with each sip the desire was getting closer to fulfillment.
Make a wish with a twinkle
Another well—known belief is to make a wish by candlelight. Fire, as a symbol of purification and renewal, helps to "roast" your desire, making it stronger and more powerful. You need to make a wish by looking at the fire and thinking about your intention. After the wish is made, the candle can be extinguished and saved so that it continues to "work".
New Year's wish under the pillow
This method will appeal to those who do not celebrate the New Year noisily and choose a sound sleep. On small pieces of paper, you need to write several wishes, one per piece, and hide them under your pillow. On the morning of January 1, you need to pull out one of the leaves without looking and read the wish: it will come true in the coming year.
Important features of making wishes
One of the main rules is that desires should be positive. Folk beliefs have always emphasized that one should not wish anything bad for others, as this can lead to the opposite consequences. The desire should be not only honest, but also aimed at goodness and prosperity.
According to folk traditions, one desire is one goal. You should not ask for several things at the same time, as this may weaken the strength of your request. It is better to focus on one important desire in order to direct all your energy to its fulfillment.
The important point is not only to make a wish, but also to start acting in this direction. According to folk signs, if after making a wish a person takes the first step towards its realization, then the probability of its fulfillment increases significantly.
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