Harnessing the Power of the Runes

~ Harnessing the Power of the Runes ~

The runes, ancient symbols of Norse culture, offer a profound path to personal growth and transformation. Each practitioner’s journey is unique, guided by their individual goals and aspirations. Some seek to develop extraordinary abilities, while others aim for self-improvement or the manifestation of specific life circumstances.

Yesterday, we delved into Kummer’s method, emphasizing the importance of visualization as a tool for personal growth. By visualizing our ideal self and combining this with the IS posture, we can imprint desired qualities onto our subconscious, fostering positive change.

When we use the runes to transform ourselves, we empower our minds and spirits to manifest wisdom and well-being. This transformation extends beyond personal desires, aligning our circumstances with our evolving inner selves.

This concept resonates with the ancient Norse belief in wyrd. Unlike a fixed or rigid fate, wyrd was seen as a complex web of interconnected events and choices. By aligning ourselves with our inner selves, we can tap into the flow of wyrd, allowing life’s forces to work in harmony with our personal growth.

Instead of resisting the changes and challenges that life throws at us, we can learn to navigate and align ourselves with these forces. The HAGAL rune, representing the interconnectedness of everything, echoes this idea. By embracing HAGAL, we can find harmony and balance even in the midst of chaos and change.

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Gratitude in the Flow of Life


With a deep breath, I settle into the present moment. Gratitude washes over me as I acknowledge the blessings already present in my life. This well-being, this sense of peace, is a precious gift I choose to fully appreciate without clinging to it. As with all things, this feeling too will gently shift and change, reminding me of the impermanence of existence.

The edge of uncertainty exists alongside every moment, even during times of joy. Just as a sprawling lawn borders the unknown, shadows dance beside light. Yet, I choose to focus on the light, on the welcome respite offered by this peaceful moment. My whole being radiates appreciation for what is, for where I am.

True progress cannot be achieved while clinging to good or bad situations. Each circumstance, each experience, carries the potential for self-discovery, for becoming the best version of myself. I am grateful for the present, not despite its uncertainty, but because it allows me to explore and grow.

With this newfound clarity, I set my intention for the day. This intention fuels my actions, yet I remain patient, understanding that manifestation unfolds in its own time. I release myself from the need to control the outcome, trusting that even seemingly denied desires may be steps towards a greater good.

Fighting the world is futile. Instead, I lean into it with calm confidence, seeking my inner truth. My journey is to discover and become the best version of myself, not to force anything upon myself or the world. This is my sole task, nothing more, nothing less.

With each mindful breath, I embrace the present, grateful for the journey ahead.

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~ balance and harmony ~

~ balance and harmony ~

I am filled with immense gratitude for this day, which has brought me bountiful blessings at a time of great need. The old, true, and trusted formula of manifesting solutions has once again shown itself to be working. As an added bonus, I received confirmation that there is benefit to doing rune yoga barefoot. So, my day has sorted out the balance between need and supply, as well as an upward movement on health and well-being. These two things might seem unrelated, but today they bring one message of balance.

The balance is restored, and that may be the most powerful lesson to learn today. It is more difficult to shift the point of balance than to rebalance the focus around us. This means that we are much better at maintaining a situation than shifting to a new level.

The balance starts with the body. Our bodies are the strongest connection we have with the Earth or material world. Therefore, it makes sense to balance our thoughts and emotions with our body being balanced first. We can rely on the body’s balance to assist in the process of balancing thought and emotion. To heal is to restore balance and bring harmony to the body.

One method that seems to be strengthened in this approach is to do yoga barefoot. This means creating a space outside conducive to outdoor practice. I am grateful for my newfound balance, and I am grateful for having the means to bring balance to my body. I can feel the energy within me flowing stronger, and my confidence is building. This truly exemplifies the words of Odin, “Deeds shape with deeds into deeds.”

I hope this brings a new venture into this world, and I seek balance in all I do. That is the gift I can bring to the world as a Libra.

© Jurgens Pieterse, 2023, All rights reserved.