Rune Reading for the Week of 4/3-4/9 runeworksbyamanda.wordpress.com The central force at work this week is Berca the rune of motherhood and, as such, it represents two seemingly contradictory energies of a place of safety and nurturing and creativity and new beginnings so this week is all about the challenge of holding onto what we have without stagnating, of growing without taking unnecessary risks. What to do: Hagall is the rune of bad weather and the obstacles and chaos it represents, but it can also represent controlling that chaos, seeking shelter, and being prepared. Change can be difficult and, while Hagall warns against bringing too much change too fast, the presence of Berca shows that change is unavoidable so Hagall tells us to take care and be ready to seize the opportunity. Ehwaz is the rune of initiation, of climbing the World Tree and, as such, it also stands for steady, gradual, change and growth. It can also stand for endurance and protection, another reminder to cultivate your “safe place” represented by Berca. It is worth noting that Hagall can represent nine months in the womb and Ehwaz can stand for death and rebirth. Due to the central role of Berca in this reading these energies are likely to be at the forefront this week. What not to do: Mannaz of interdependence, groups and social order, so here it is a warning not to rely on these things during the coming period of change. However, this time, this does not mean you have to go it alone. Berca being a rune of family, now you should be relying on your physical or spiritual family, rather than larger communities or social groups. Mannaz is also the rune of mental ability, thinking, and analysis and here is a warning about over thinking things and focusing too much on the problem. Thuriaz stands for much of same sort of chaos and conflict as hagall and, when the two appear together, especially when Mannaz is also present, it is a warning not to rush into new ventures, especially without advice and it also serves as a reminder not to be overly agressive or start unneeded conflicts. #runes #runereading #april #runeworksbyamanda #berca #hagall #eihwaz #manaz #thuriaz #chang