Similar to the Horse Shoe #1, this variant provides insight on different levels. The first two runes begin the reading with the past and present, but then the runes switch to a different focus. Rune #3 warns you about possible side effects that could accompany the future outcome, #7. The base rune, #4 shows desirable or undesirable actions to take concerning the issue. The external environment specifically means the people around you and how they feel about what you are up to. Things which could cause setbacks are indicated in Rune #6, another more specifically focused rune than what is generally labelled the obstacle or challenge rune in some other layouts. as the people around you and how they feel about what you have going on here. Things that might come into play which could cause setbacks are indicated in Rune #6, another more specifically focused rune than what is generally labelled the Obstacle or Challenge rune in some other layouts.
Past Actions Effecting the Question Thurisaz |
Possible Future Outcome Naudhiz |
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Present Actions Effecting the Question Isa |
Possible Delays Berkano |
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Future Results You Should Consider Fehu |
Feelings of Those Around You Othala |
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Actions You Should Consider Jera |
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Past Actions Effecting the Question
This often represents inability to come to terms with repressed issues. When one is not willing or able to process trauma, one's demons will always need to be kept at bay. This would not be a good time to act impulsively.
The Ice Rune represents stagnation and a cold, passionless reality. Your life may seem to be going nowhere at the moment, but if you persevere you will soon move on to better days.
This is one of the mother stones – the rune of unbridled creative energies. Being associated with Frey, this Rune is a powerful omen of fertility. The presence of this rune in a reading only adds weight to its meaning.
This rune literally means "year" and stands for the harvest of a good year's labours. It represents a permanent change for the better.
Othala reversed represents chaos and hopelessness. A general lack of roots can even lead to homelessness. Take care of that which you have, or you could end up losing more than you can imagine.
The Rune of birth may symbolise a time of great personal insight and development. Naturally this is also a sign of abundance and fertility, so love may very well be in the air.
This rune warns to tread lightly. There may be friction in relationships and unmet needs. Sometimes hard lessons are necessary in life. Some things we just don't want to learn. Be careful not to burn your bridges.