To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Fehu, the rune of young love. Today Fehu displays an understanding that we have obtained of new beginnings and abundance. The indication with it being in our past is that we may have received the experience to teach us a new path, a new way of being. Fehu brings a recognition of obtaining control, whether within our circumstances, or mental processing, we began the process of gaining a singularity within our foresight as to our own journey through our existence. Our present influence is that of Nauthiz, the rune of action or effort. As we know, the power of magic is everywhere within the realm of understanding, however, it requires action steps to bring it to manifestation. With Nauthiz in our present, this indicates that we will receive the success we desire through our actions. Taking steps toward the objective allows for the kinetic energy created to assist in the draw of the spiritual energy necessary for manifestation of different perspectives, fostering in a new reality in which to experience. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Wunjo, the rune of harmony. Our future will be filled with opportunities in which we can exercise the energy of harmony. The power within the rune of Wunjo to bring people together to offer a plethora of perspectives is unparalleled in the universe, and allows for this fellowship to bring us intrinsic joy. Now is the time to understand the power of hope, as we can look optimistically toward a future filled with the energy of love and brotherhood. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Ehwaz, and today it offers us cautions to keep in mind. The cautions of Ehwaz today reveal that we should seek to become sure of ourselves and avoid those physical realm suggestions of indecision, nightmares, betrayal, mistrust. By placing firmly into our hearts the lessons of the past, and the harmony of our future, we can avoid these pitfalls and retain our achieved success. Being true to the self allows for the establishing and maintaining our harmony.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Raidho, the rune of the origin. Today, as Raidho appears in an upright state, it represents the journey we have undertaken throughout our lives. From birth, we have been afforded experiences with a reality that has taught us lessons in our direction of travel. But a journey is just an observation until we begin to walk, there requires a level of action in which to engage different experiences that will continue our lessons in reality. Our present influence is that of Uruz, the rune of manifestation. Uruz represents the raw primal power that lies beneath our skin. Like the wild bovine, it recognizes this power to effect change within our lifetimes, through consistency and brutal strength. But it also represents the pragmatic knowledge from an ordered growth of lessons provided by the many experiences we have had. Uruz also indicates the arrival of luck in our life, with much of that pointing to a healthy lifetime. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Kenaz, the rune of illumination. In our future state, Kenaz indicates that we are in a period of time within our physical existence where new information is being received and being merged with our previous experiences. This combination allows for our spiritual transformation as we, more tightly, grasp that which is being given clarity of thought to. Our quest for illumination is being realized here in our future. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Dagaz, the rune of enlightenment. In the place of our bedrock in which to build our mindset, Dagaz offers the understanding as to what "enlightenment" means to each of us and that those definitions will not be the same. Dagaz reveals the understanding that we have come, and should retain, our understanding of what the paradoxical truth is for ourselves.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Othala, the rune of spiritual power. Othala offers us a connection to the ancestors who reside in the spiritual realm, and the energy that they can offer us in our everyday lives. Today Othala beckons us to embrace those lessons of group prosperity and group order that we may experience true mental freedom. Othala’s energy is that of paradise, and utopia, allowing us to form our self-defined destiny that lies in our future. Our present influence is that of Ehwaz, and today if issues us cautions by being presented in an inverted state. Sowilo reveals the paradigm shift that is occurring within our minds. Whether this paradigm be the enforced emotional boundaries, or through processes, we have begun a transition to a mindset of opportunity and growth. By joining our two parts: that of the spiritual, and that of the physical, we can obtain wholeness within the self, thereby releasing a new stream of energy through our consciousness. This may reveal an understanding of our life’s purpose. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Tiwaz, the rune of the Norse god Tyr. In our future role, Tiwaz indicates that we are perfectly capable to making the right decisions to restore or maintain the righteousness within our choices. Like its namesake, the rune Tiwaz demonstrates the honor we have inside our decision matrix, and asks us to trust ourselves in making the right choice for our spiritual enlightenment.  To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Isa, the rune of ice. In the place of our bedrock, Isa reminds us of our self-image, the bedrock in who we are as a person. It reveals that the transformation that we have undergone is the tip of a very large iceburg, and that we need to ensure that the values we hold tight are retained.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Tiwaz, the rune of the Norse god Tyr. Like the namesake god, the rune of Tiwaz represents honor and righteousness, the spiritual warrior. Given that this rune is displayed in our past, it would indicate that our journey to where we are has had many challenges that we have had to remain true to its resolution, and were persevered, we endured those lessons and have arrived at where we are today. Tiwaz speaks about internalizing these lessons that we become that of honor, justice, equality, and faith. Our present influence is that of Sowilo, one of my favorite runes, and certainly when it is in the present. Sowilo reveals the paradigm shift that is occurring within our minds. Whether this paradigm be the enforced emotional boundaries, or through processes, we have begun a transition to a mindset of opportunity and growth. By joining our two parts: that of the spiritual, and that of the physical, we can obtain wholeness within the self, thereby releasing a new stream of energy through our consciousness. This may reveal an understanding of our life’s purpose. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Kenaz, the enlightenment we seek. Kenaz within the position of our future indicates the quest for understanding will result in the receipt of new information. This new information will guide our transformation to the next stage of our existence. It will be pivotable in our emotional growth toward our enlightenment. With the rune of Kenaz within our future comes the energy of creation, combined with the energy of artistic releases, allowing our creativity to flow comfortably into a plethora of canvases. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Dagaz. In the place of our bedrock, Dagaz reveals our bold change toward our enlightenment. Turning our back on unwanted energies within our aura, and our mind, to feel comfortable walking a path into an enlightened life of hope and happiness. Dagaz here tells us that we should fully embrace this paradigm shift happening in our present and retain it for the foreseeable future, it is that critical to our potential of a successful obtainment of Satori, conceptual realization. 

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Thurisaz, and today its inverted state demonstrates its issuance of cautions. Today Thurisaz issues cautions about succumbing to the physical energies that surround us each minute. While it has provided energy in the past to break down the barriers that prevented us from accomplishing our goals, it must be remembered that the birth of a new season in our lives, indicates the death of the previous one. The lessons we have learned need to be remembered and adhered to our future path. Our present influence is that of Ihwaz. Today the runes speak of us arriving at this understanding of the emotional expansion we are currently experiencing through the energy of the divine feminine that is sweeping through our lives. Harness this energy towards our future objectives, and initiate a movement toward your enlightenment. Use the energy to enlarge our consciousness to encompass more of the entirety of who we are. Embracing both our physical and spiritual parts to become whole. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Berkano, the rune of thought. Berkano displays for us the meanings behind all the lessons which will now lay the groundwork for the future path that lies ahead. Using these experiences to expand our wisdom, we can become aware of alterations to our trajectories we must make to better align our existence to what we know to our "authentic selves". We must embrace our own teachings to bring about the changes within our lives that we are wanting. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Wunjo and today it is in an inverted state, indicating caution. Wunjo speaks of wishful thinking and having the ability to draw upon the energy of hope, to create dreams of the future. Wunjo cautions us today to be sure that we retain some connection with the reality in which we exist. While the negative energies of the physical realm are limitless, so too are the positive energies, we must focus our attention on the steps that are physically necessary to get us from here to there.

To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Hagalaz, the rune of chaos. The rune of chaos in our past for today indicates that we have engaged in mental struggles within our physical lifetime leading up to the moment you are reading this. While chaos may seem confusing as we travel through it, it is only by understanding chaos can we recognize the order and structure within our existence. While many may not desire to have chaos in our everyday lives, remember that it is through these lessons can you hope to find the order you need in your future. Our present influence is that of Algiz, and today it offers us cautions as it is inverted. Algiz possesses the power of listening, and fully embracing each and every moment we exist. In its inverted state, the rune reveals that we must not fear the loss of our divine link, for even if the labels in which we call to our gods may change, the need to communicate remains. Today the rune reminds us to trust in our heart to hear the hopes and prayers of the ancestors, that we come to know them better. Never forget that we have two ears, and only one mouth. To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Perthro and it is in an upright position. Our future indicates that we are well on our way to obtain our destiny of evolutionary change. Along this journey toward this change, it will bring fellowship, joy, and good omens. This is very exciting in that we are on the pathway to evolutionary change within our perspective of existence. Embracing our ancestors and receiving energy from them in the spiritual realm. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Laguz in an upright state. Today, being in our bedrock, the rune indicates that we must remember the dream realm, focusing more on what we feel than that which we see. Laguz reveals that we must retain that unconscious growth that we have initiated and that the dreams, and our memories are all a part of our path forward.

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. To reveal the influences of our past, we have drawn the rune of Raidho, in an upright position. The influences of our past indicate that the path that we have been traveling on has afforded us the opportunity to Implement the ordered growth of our spiritual understandings. We have received sound advice throughout our journey, that has given us a good sense of rational thought capable of being applied. Our present influence is that of Isa, and it is in an indeterminate position. Isa is a powerful rune, as it represents "the unity of being”. Currently we are establishing a balance between the spiritual and physical existences at which we are engaged. We are forming our balance between the consciousness and the ego, implementing that self-control necessary to initiate the process of denying influential energies that may attempt to derail us in the future.  To further reveal our future influences, we have drawn the rune of Perthro and it is in an upright position. Our future indicates that we are well on our way to obtain our destiny of evolutionary change. Along this journey toward this change, it will bring fellowship, joy, and good omens. This is very exciting in that we are on the pathway to evolutionary change within our perspective of our existence. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Uruz in an upright state. Uruz is a very powerful rune, as it offers us the understanding that we should retain an intimate, pragmatic knowledge, for it to draw in our “luck”, vitality and strength. These are the energies that we will need to focus on maintaining, and open ourselves for allowing some of the energies to continue to manifest in our daily lives.

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. Today as we gaze into our past, the rune Perthro reminds us (as does the prophecy), of recognizing the patterns of existence. The energy we are receiving from this rune today indicates the unborn, or the unmanifested. Recognizing the intellect, we have within us from our previous experiences, the rune suggests that we may be undertaking a path to evolutionary change, and that there are good omens about the future. Today Perthro reveals to us the power of fellowship and encourages us to seek that out. Odinn’s Rune requires that we ponder more deeply that which will influence our current position in this thing we call time. Odinn spent an existence searching for the experiences necessary to achieve wisdom within his mind. So too must we embrace each and every moment of our physical lifetime that we may recognize the gift that it is. The growth and learning that is only possible during a physical existence offers us insight into the hearts and minds of many that will come after us. We must embrace each moment. Today, the rune Hagalaz suggests the opposite of chaos in our future, an order, or inner harmony. Recognizing the lessons of our previous experiences we call upon a control to the crisis within our physical existence, forging the changes within our life for long-term good. Although Hagalaz represents the chaos within existence, it is only through an understanding and recognition of chaos can we ever hope to achieve a resemblance of order and peace.  The god Tyr represents the spiritual warrior within each of us, and symbolizes the righteousness that we embody in our quest for honor. Honor, not glory. We seek, and should continue to seek, that which is just and right, and be ready to provide more of the self, sacrificed to assist our fellow life forms move to their next level of enlightenment. For one of our truest traits is that of loyalty. Now, is the time to embrace this trait even more tightly as we move forward.

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. Starting today we are looking into our past where we have drawn the rune, Mannaz, the rune of "perfected intelligence". However, it means that we simply have applied some cognitive thought to our experiences to determine which outcomes dictate further learning. We have only begun the journey of enlightenment. However, Mannaz also speaks to our recognition of the divine structure that we may call upon our creator to guide us through the obtaining an awareness to that which we must learn. Here in the present our influences are that of Sowilo, the rune of wholeness, or entirety. Sowilo offers us the cosmic energies that we may strengthen our chakras throughout our form to properly guide those energies which will help us grow into the success that we desire. It gives hope. The more powerful energy in the universe, and gives us reason for rising from our beds and conquering those mental balance that attempts to thwart our forward trajectory. Algiz represents the state of listening. As we move forward into our future, we are reminded that we have two ears and only one mouth, which indicates that our creator has intended that we do twice as much listening as we do speaking. However, the cautions in brings today is not to surrender to the fear that will arise. Fear of the loss of the divine link, fear of corruption by divine forces, and cautions us to be alert to the hidden dangers that my lie on the road ahead. As we look to retain the gifts offered to us by the creator moving forward in our lives, today he offers the rune Wunjo. The cautions issued by Wunjo today are that of "over-committing to someone else’s perspective, Be aware of ulterior motives that lies in advice offered by others. It reminds us to control our emotions in balance by maintaining the wisdom of energy transmissions, and their effect on our thought process.