Summer solstice secrets: 2025 guide to wishing and manifesting

When is the summer solstice

The summer solstice occurs on June 21. It is the longest day of the year and one of the most powerful moments for making wishes.

Since ancient times, people have believed that on this day, the sky is especially receptive to requests, and wishes made with the right intention have a real chance of being fulfilled. In 2025, this astronomical event will occur at 5:41 AM Kyiv time.

The sun will set at 9:13 PM Kyiv time, and the duration of daylight will reach 16 hours and 27 minutes.

What is the summer solstice and why it matters

The summer solstice is the moment when the Sun reaches its highest point above the horizon in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, daylight is the longest, and night is the shortest.

In many cultures, this day symbolized the fullness of life, abundance, growth, and a time when all the forces of nature are at their peak. People performed rituals for cleansing, healing, strength, love, money, and the realization of intentions.

When to make a wish: the exact time in 2025

In 2025, the summer solstice falls on June 21 and begins at 5:41 AM Kyiv time.

The most powerful time to make a wish is in the early morning, as soon as the sun rises.

How to make a wish correctly on this day

The main rule is that the wish must be your own, specific, and formulated in the present tense.

Here's what you should do:

Write down one main wish on paper

Avoid "I want" or "I don't want." Instead, write: "I have my own business that brings me income and satisfaction," or "I am in a relationship where I am valued and supported."

Visualize the result

Imagine yourself in the moment when your wish has already come true.

Say thanks

Add the phrase: "Thank you for this already being my reality."

Rituals that enhance the power of a wish

Candle or fire. Light a candle or spend time near an open flame (fireplace, bonfire). Fire purifies the space and activates energy.

Salt bath. Take a bath with sea salt to cleanse your body and mind.

Walking barefoot. Walking barefoot on grass or soil grounds you and connects you to natural rhythms.

Letting go of the unnecessary. Throw away or give away what no longer serves you: things, thoughts, habits. This will create space for the new.

What you can do on this day

The energy of nature is at its highest level on this day, so it's worth not only taking advantage of this moment but also gaining maximum strength.

• Wake up at sunrise
• Make a wish
• Program yourself for positivity
• Wear something nice and bright
• Spend time in nature
• Have a fun and meaningful day

What not to do on the day of the solstice

Arguing or quarreling – emotions can imprint into the energy of the day.

Making superficial or insincere wishes that are not beneficial or concern someone else will not work.

Ignoring the state of your body and mind because fatigue or stress can muffle your intentions.

What wishes are best to make right now

On the day of the summer solstice, it is good to wish for anything related to:

• Realizing your potential
• Transitioning to a new level
• Financial growth
• Strong relationships
• Health and strength
• New projects, ideas, or decisions

The summer solstice is important for focusing your will, faith, and actions. If you are honestly ready to change something in your life, this is a good time to take the first step. And while not everything comes true immediately, thoughts formed on such days have a long-lasting impact.

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Sources: NASA Earth Science, The Old Farmer's Almanac, advice from astrologer Loren Rubin, articles by The Cut, Harvard Mind/Body Institute.