The Runes

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Uruz, the rune of manifesting. Our past is what we rely on to make the decisions as to our future; therefore, it is increasingly important we absorb the lessons contained within our past to move forward along the correct path for us. Our past provides for us the foundation for the understandings that we have accomplished, to provide a pragmatic knowledge that will carry us through. Our present influence is that of Laguz, and today, in our present, if offers us cautions. While our past may have been consumed with lessons in which the lesson seemed to be an understanding of fear, the true lesson here is that we alone carry the authority in which to dictate how we feel, and what we think. We are the sole beneficiaries to those lessons of the past, and can apply them where we see they fit. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Inguz, the rune of wholeness. The rune for our future reveals that our chosen trajectory leads to a period of wholeness, and that period will allow us the opportunity to grow spiritually. However, ensuring that we have established our own version of order within the chaos of our past lessons to ensure this wholeness, we must take time to rest our mind and body. Time to heal the wounds. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Sowilo. Sowilo verifies that the wholeness of the self, both spiritual and physical, will need to be held on to tightly throughout each step of our existence. New experiences will bring new lessons, and we may feel pulled apart sometimes, however, retaining the integrity of what we’ve accomplished so far will become more critical as we move forward in our lives.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Algiz, the rune of listening. Throughout your past we find a multitude of experiences when you have settled yourself enough to actively listen to information provided by others. You have struggled with this skill, and although may have heard much conveyed, you may not have a full understanding as to the implications that this information has brought you. Our present influence is that of Mannaz, the rune of the rational mind. Mannaz in our present indicates that we may be currently struggling with believing that which cannot be touched. Recognizing that a great portion of our existence is outside the physical realm, before and after this physical lifetime is a much larger understanding than you may have, but remember the universe only provides that which we can handle. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Kenaz, the rune of humility. Our journey within this physical lifetime is but just beginning, regardless how much time has passed. Understanding that we will constantly be in a state of learning, and that mastery will never fully manifest itself, as we should always be seeking to learn. Kenaz represents the arrival of new information, potentially complimenting what you have gained already. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Thurisaz. Thurisaz reveals the necessity of enthusiasm within our physical lifetime, a zest for life’s experiences. To be constrained to the safety of the sidelines is to miss the emotional journey we will engage upon to fully realize our greatest gift to existence, feelings. Feelings truly represent a different perspective that the cosmos waits for you to provide.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Jera. Jera represents the cyclic repeating of lessons and/or functions of the physical realm. It is meant to remind us that exhale follows the inhale, and that summer always follows winter. It is the balance of those experiences we have on this realm with the emotional states that follow, all part of the never-ending cycle of our existence. Remember, when life is at its darkest, the dawn is soon to arrive. Our present influence is that of Wunjo. Wunjo represents the wishful thinking, and our ability to maintain the energy of hope, even when things seem to be overwhelming in the other direction. We do control our intrinsic narrative, and can choose to succumb to the negatives of existence, or to change our trajectory to that of harmony, joy and happiness. No one else can take that which you refuse to give. Hold on to hope. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Hagalaz, the rune of chaos. Our future is not written yet, we have the opportunity to alter our trajectory in any way we desire. Hagalaz represents the establishment of order within the chaos which is our physical existence. We alone control our destiny and our path toward that destination. Our future position here shows that we are indeed taking the reins to control the direction of our lives. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Laguz, and today it reminds us of cautions. While the rune reveals much about toxicity and poison, it is our caution to avoid these pitfalls along our path. Laguz, today, reminds us again, that we are in charge of how we feel, thereby dictating what we experience in this reality. Remember, we can choose to see whatever future we wish to see. Stay strong in yourself.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Perthro, and today it offers us cautions. While Perthro normally represents that of the prophecy, today it offers us warnings about carrying our scars from the past into our future. By learning to decouple the emotional energy from the actual life event, we can enlighten our path forward, leaving behind the carnage left within the mind from the battles of the past. Our present influence is that of Sowilo, the rune of wholeness. By leaving behind the emotional baggage of the past, we open ourselves to new possibilities of a much different future. We must force ourself to obtain the faith in the outcome, for we may have discovered our life’s purpose along the way to the brighter future on the road ahead.  Believe in the energy of the cosmos to heal and guide, reach out to the ancestors. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Fehu, the rune of young love. Our future is not written yet; we have the opportunity to alter our trajectory in any way we desire. Fehu in our future indicates that the universe recognizes out ability to adapt to new beginnings with the foresight offered by the ancestors. Let our heart lead the way and we’ll never be lost on our journey. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Isa, the rune of ice. While ice can freeze things in place, locking them into a particular position, it also offers us the opportunity to closely observe that which is around us. By learning these micro learning opportunities in our close proximity, we can be better prepared when it is time to move forward again. This path offers us the unity of being oneself.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Dagaz, the rune of enlightenment. It would seem that the runes today are informing us of achieving a level of enlightenment in our past, maybe a paradigm shift within our perspective. This may signify that we have begun our understanding of the interactivity between our physical lives and our spiritual lives. Obtaining the use of the energy of hope. Our present influence is that of Ehwaz, the rune of trust. In our present state the rune Ehwaz issues us cautions about extending our trust too far outside our direct control. While there are many who are very excited about your journey, there are an equal amount who may desire altering our paths for their own gains. Be careful where we extend our trust to, as all those may not have our best intention in their minds. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Laguz, the rune of love and dreaming. With this rune in the future position of our trajectory, this would indicate that there are many unfocused on mental processes engaging with the experiences that we are having. Noting the moment-by-moment state of our emotions will offer us the best opportunity to manage them, and control our interpretation of our reality. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Uruz, the rune of manifestation. As we move forward along our trajectory in this physical life, we must always remember that although our physical forms maybe controlled by extrinsic forces, our mental processes are strictly our own. Soon the physical form will follow suit to whatever thought process we have, manifest within the mind, that which you desire.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Hagalaz, the rune of chaos. Although our past may have been filled with times of utter chaos, which this rune represents. A state of order cannot exist without its counterpart existing as well, for it is necessary at which to have chaos in our lives to establish order. This necessity of chaos exists that we may find our way to some level of order that works for us. Our present influence is that of Inguz, the rune of wholeness. Our present is driven by our desire to be whole, connecting our physical to our spiritual parts. However, a necessary part to our wholeness is our desire and ability to ensure we take time for ourselves. The necessity of intrinsic reflection cannot be overstated as our internal growth requires that we associate our experiences to our knowledges. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Ansuz, the rune of listening. The rune offers us the understanding that our future will need to have multiple paths of communication to the deities, not just our thoughts, but our desires as well. Ensuring that we keep the heart and mind in alignment as we move confidently into our future. Inspired by the gods. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Ehwaz, the rune of trust. While Ehwaz suggests the energy of extending trust to friends and teammates, we must also learn to and practice trusting ourselves. Our feelings, and our inner voice will guide us to identify which path to traverse upon. The key to trust is that it must be intrinsic first, then applied to those who earn it.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Thurisaz, the rune of enthusiasm, and today it issues us cautions as to the continued carrying of guilt/shame, or frustration from our past. The lessons we have had to endure in the past were experienced to bring intellect to our mind regarding the finding of our trajectory along the way. These lessons were there for a reason, never intended to be a life sentence. Let the pain go, absorb the lessons and move on with living. Our present influence is that of Fehu, the rune of young love, and today it offers us cautions to observe within our present. While the rune is typically indicative of finances and success, today it cautions us as to where our allegiances lie. Are we more interested in materialistic gains, or do we seek a higher purpose? With Fehu in our present, we must recognize that there exists a delicate balance between our definitions of success. Are your goals aligned with your heart, or your easily tricked mind? To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Berkano, the rune of the mature wisdom. Our future, driven by the energy of Berkano indicates that our forward trajectory includes those life changes, but also shelter and sanctuary. This forward trajectory will follow your designated direction to the rebirth of your understanding about your own spirituality and beliefs therein. Embrace the time to surround your heart and mind with those spiritual energies that will offer you strength. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Mannaz, the rune of our perfected Intellect. Mannaz speaks to us about remembering the path that you have taken and the lessons you have learned to obtain the level of intellect you have now. These have been lessons on living our lives through the emotional understandings of our heart. The rune reminds us of the inclusion of the self within the divine structure of the cosmos.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Kenaz, the rune of humility, and today it issues us cautions as to the influences it has offered our psyche. The main principle here is that it cautions us about over conceptualizing, overthinking. Overthinking can lead our mind to a form of elitism and arrogance that we don’t need. Taking away the lessons of the past we must remember that they truly only apply to ourselves, and while offering advice to others, we must remember the burden of authority remains solely on them as to whether it applies to their path, or not. Our present influence is that of Odinn’s Rune. Odinn’s rune indicates the lack of sufficient information necessary for the gods to determine exactly what we should do with this information, and what information to offer. In our present, the sky is really the limit, as you have a complete freedom to believe whatever you feel will carry you forward toward your destiny. Regardless as to what we conceptualize, our heart knows the way to accomplish our destiny. The major limitations that our mind has rests solely on that which we apply to it, therefore understanding what we have applied, we are in a better position to manage what we allow in the future and what we need to dispose of within our thoughts and feelings. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Algiz, the rune of the listening. The rune of Algiz in our future position indicates that we need to ensure that we continue to listen, not only with our ears, but with our heart as well. Our ancestors can offer us intellect and wisdom beyond our wildest imagination; however, we have to teach ourselves to listen for their quiet voices. Being peaceful within the mind can allow the voices to become loud enough that we may find direction and purpose in their words. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Othala, the rune of our ancestry. Today, the rune issues us cautions about the genocide of our ancestors within our mind. The rune itself indicates a connection to the ancestors through the spiritual realm, and in the bedrock position we know that the universe is teaching us that this connection is critical to our emotional and intellectual success in this lifetime. Hold tight the ancestors as they help us to understand the path that lies before us.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Berkano, the rune of wisdom. Today the rune reminds us of experiences that lie within our past about the teachings we have received. Whether those teachings were offered by those with the mature wisdom of the ages, or whether we had to learn them the hard way of experiencing them first-hand. The lessons of our past offer those life changes that we are looking for, helping us to reality the sanctuary within our mind that can be a healthy retreat. Our present influence is that of Wunjo, the rune of Optimism. Today, the gods reveal in the experience of Wunjo in our present is that of wishful thinking, maintaining the power and influence of the energy of hope. This energy is the cornerstone of many other necessary emotions, particularly the emotion of love. Wunjo offers us an understanding of prosperity, and accomplishment within our existence, discovering harmony and joy along the path. Given it is our present space, the rune reveals that even though circumstances may seem dark, there is a light on the horizon, good times ahead. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Jera, the rune of the seasons. Jera represents the cyclic passing of events. Whether those experiences be that of the annual seasons, or just the inhale followed by the exhale, the circle continues effortlessly. Jera in our future space reveals that experiences and understandings will occur when the mind is ready to work with them, although sometimes it may seem as the experience is too much, remember, the universe will allow your exposure to an experience when you are ready to handle it. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Uruz, the rune of manifestation. The energy revealed by Uruz in our bedrock space indicates the energy of healing, endurance, and vital formative force that needs to be kept. Remembering the lessons of our past that provided us with wisdom of our experiences, the hope of a better day tomorrow, and the cyclic flow of energies when we are ready for them that had laid out our trajectory, know in your heart that those things that we actively seek, we will find. We must be willing to understand that the universe has a timeline already built, we simply need to build ourselves to be a part of it.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Berkano, the rune of wisdom. Today the rune issues us cautions as we take the lessons from the past. The rune speaks about secrecy, and silence about mature wisdom that has been created within us from the experiences we have had. Today it issues us cautions as to not allowing our progress, or growth, to stagnate due to these lessons of the past overwhelming our consciousness. A warning to seek sanctuary within the mind, find the path that offers the most time for reflection and slow adoption of wisdom gained. Our present influence is that of Nauthiz, the rune of resistance. Today, the gods reveal in Nauthiz that there may seem to be some resistance in your life right now, however, it is but a moment in time. By employing the energy of hope and love, we can move forward with an understanding that the future will be made better by facing down the resistance. Not backing down, embracing who you are and the ancestors who came before you. Recognizing your ultimate truth as to who you are at your core will give you the energy necessary to power through this temporary resistance. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Dagaz, the rune of enlightenment. Dagaz offers us the paradoxical truth as to the eventuality of our existence. The rune represents a paradigm shift within the way we view ourselves, as well as our ability to manage the incoming energy of influences and emotions. The power of hope and happiness is all connected to this conceptual realization as to how we fit into the giant cosmos around us. When we discover who we are, the path becomes easier to travel and navigate in a successful way. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune, Thurisaz, the rune of enthusiasm. Thurisaz is issuing us cautions today that we consider the control of our emotional energy. By allowing our energy to dictate our path we find that much of the influential energies coming into our lives may be negative, and it can become easy to get focused on it. Remembering the hope and happiness that arrives in our lives may be small, almost imperceptible bright spots, we need to remember to be vigilant in our recognition of these, for they will be necessary to maintain our positive, light energy through the dark nights.