#ingwaz

[dreamiesgrimoire]

Ingwaz

[lokavisi]

Happy New Year! That's the hope, anyway. It can be hard to see what's ahead of us, especially in the darker, colder months. The old year has died, it's life behind us, and we did the work we needed to in that time. But in this season of inner work, we discern what the work we'll do out in the world is going to be as the sun's light returns. We're choosing the seeds we're planting once the ground has thawed just enough to plant them. What's important to remember is that what we grow needs to sustain us. Just as important, we need to be able to sustain its growth. Whether it's a hearty wheat that we make into nourishing bread or a beautiful flower whose beauty and fragrance brings us joy or relaxation, whatever you grow should serve you as much as the people around you. (Remember that simply taking care of yourself so you can be well and your best 'you' has an impact on others, even though you might not be intentionally doing something for them.) When we're able to sustain its growth, we're likely to grow more, and when we grow more and have an abundance, we can much more easily share it with others.

I know this is perhaps more metaphorical than usual. These are the visuals I'm getting as I contemplate the rune for the reading. I wanna keep them in case it resonates with folks. However, if you're neurodivergence is of a flavor that doesn't process metaphors well (or you're just generally confused by it, which is valid), here's more directly what this means: We're not doing resolutions. We're doing goals. Goals that are achievable and sustainable. Goals that better our lives and the lives of others. Something that challenges us enough that we put effort into it, but not so challenging that we can't achieve it. If we can't see any progress in our efforts, it's all the more difficult to sustain momentum through the year. We need to be specific, but broad enough that we can expand it as we make progress.

For example, say you're goal is to fight for reproductive justice. Solid goal that helps everyone, even yourself (regardless of your gender). So what does that look like? Maybe you make a regular donation to Planned Parenthood, so the work for you is to keep a job that allows you to afford that. Maybe you get a promotion and make more money, so your donations increase. Or maybe your job gives you enough free time that you can volunteer with your local Planned Parenthood.

Or, perhaps your goal is building and participating in a community around a shared interested. First, look for what already exists. A lot of times the things we're looking for already exist and we don't need to go through the rig-a-ma-roll of creating a new thing. So get involved doing what that community is already doing. If you get there and find that something is off in that group, but you still want what they're offering, you can then start your own group - but now you have an idea of how to manage that kind of group (or not manage depending on your experience). Be realistic about how much time and energy you commit, adjusting as needed for whatever is going on in your life. Just maintain connection. Be there for people and let them be there for you.

There are just a few ideas. These don't have to be your exact goals. What matters most is that we choose things that allow us to show ourselves grace when we can't quite do it the way we hoped. That little steps towards progress are still progress and something positive, as opposed to not living up to an arbitrary standard we've set for ourselves (like a resolution) and then feeling discouraged and then giving up. Remember rest is a necessary part of growth, too. Make space for that as you choose your work for the year. We've got this. You've got this. Let's show 2025 what's up.

[jackalopewitch]

Hail Thor 🌩️

[red-ibis-red]

[sarenth]

Ingwaz

I am seeds I am planting I am furrow-making I am casting I am new growth I am splicing I am cultivation I am sowing I am wilderness I am Ingvi-Freyr I am the Sacrificed God I am growth I am renewal I am Gerðr I am the Garðr I am the walled garden I am the medicine yard I am increase of the herd I am fertility I am calving I am the vitality of the field I am the vibrancy of…

[sugarplumfairy12]

The rune Ingwaz

🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲

New beginnings, growth, taking initiative, and it is associated with the god Frey, but it also reminds me of his wife Gerd 🥰🫐

[branddmc]

LOKASENNA, Stanza 37:

Of the heroes brave is Freyr the best

Here in the home of the gods;

He harms not maids nor the wives of men,

And the bound from their fetters he frees.

[rosesforhekate101]

Inguz

6th Rune of 3rd AtettModern Letter: NG Rune Cards by Chaotic Shiny Productions Also known as The Norse name: Ing, IngvarrThe Germanic name: Enguz (Ingwaz)The Anglo Saxon name: IngThe Icelandic name: IngThe Norwegian name: Ing Icelandic Rune PoemTranslationNANANorwegian Rune PoemTranslationNANAAnglo Saxon Rune PoemTranslationIng wæs ærest mid East-Denumgesewen secgun, oþ he siððan estofer wæg…

[uw-212]

taps microphone. is this thing on. can anyone hear me

[dreamiesgrimoire]

Ingwaz

A little late had a little trouble finding the old norse word equivalents of words and writing them in runes. The words are Freyr at the base, and along the sides are words harvest, seed, fertility and new beginnings.

[lokavisi]

Rune Meditation - Ingwaz

Ingwaz walked with me near the graveyard I envision when thinking about grave mounds. He spoke about gestation and I saw a pregnant horse resting on the ground. He said when a new life is forming we cannot see it directly, but there are signs that it's happening (like the growing of the pregnant being's abdomen). Similarly, bodies decaying to become soil isn't a process we see, but observing new plant growth or animal life near the burial site indicate that the body is returning to and nurturing the earth. On a more spiritual level, we also don't see souls either entering those new and forming bodies or leaving the dead and decaying bodies. It was all about mystery - knowing there is change occurring and something new on the way (through growth and transformation) without seeing what exactly is happening. In that way, gestation and decay mirror each other as unseen processes of change. (This particular point reinforced my UPG of ingwaz being related to life cycles/birth and death.)

[jackalopewitch]

For a while now I’ve felt connected to Bragi through the Ingwaz rune ᛜ, as he inspires my hand and my mind to create, persevere, and grow.

Lately I’ve felt a disconnect from my gods and my spiritual life because so many things are happening to stress me out. Today I plan on taking space with the spirits and the gods and reconnecting.

[umblrspectrum]

i know i posted this on the discord not even 5 minutes ago but go fuck yourself

[g3bo]

Isa’s always a little intimidating to pull but I think I got it in the best way I could’ve. Arith Härger’s interpretation of Ingwaz hit a little close to home today too;;

[lua-stellar]

Whats Coming Your Way this January 2025? ✨ Rune Reading ᚱᚢᚾᛖᛊ

my ko-fi :) personal readings masterlist

pile 1

runes cast: laguz, ingwaz, sowilo,

this upcoming January 2025, the energy i get for pile 1 is that you will go through emotional growth, i feel like your mind will expand, your ideas, opinions, yourself, even your subconscious mind i feel will go through a transformation, this transformation will light a (metaphorical) fire in you, something that's been dormant. Something that Is dormant in most people. You will experience a sort of internal death and rebirth this upcoming January, people in pile 1 will certainly be experiencing a lot of internal change. Don't be afraid of the future because this change will have a very positive outcome on yourself, your health, your life etc. You will be lucky to recieve these blessings this upcoming january.

pile 2

runes cast: sowilo, thurisaz, uruz

i get the energy that for this upcoming January 2025 for pile 2 you will protect yourself, your mental and physical health, i get the energy that for whatever reason you will up your defenses, strong energy of you warding off negativity in people and in general. You will be very protective of yourself and your own energy and you will be very determined about it. Just a strong vibe of you protecting your own energy, warding off negativity and negative toxic people, and protecting yourself, no matter what it takes.

pile 3

runes cast: eihwaz, destinyyy (blank rune), perthro

for the people who picked pile 3 you got quite an interesting reading, the future is uncertain for your upcoming January 2025. I get the energy that you shouldn't have any fear because you should be protected, by the presence of eihwaz, and also you will experience change and rebirth. But in general, nothing is certain because you got the blank rune which is the destiny rune. Your future is up to you, and directly linked to your present and the choices you make in the present. Even with readings they just draw on energy from the present in order to predict the future because the present is what builds the future. Also I cast the rune 'perthro' which indicates chance, the symbol of perthro is meant to look like a dice cup, which only further implies how your future is up to chance and the metaphorical throwing of the dice. Pile three you will have to go into your January completely blind ! Leave it up to chance and destiny.

[loufr6]

pick a rune pile – what does your mind need right now?

take a deep breath, clear your thoughts, and choose the rune set that calls to you the most. your mind might be trying to tell you something—let’s find out what it is.

✧ pile one: ansuz – raido – gebo

your mind is craving clarity and deeper understanding. ansuz is the rune of communication and divine insight, suggesting that you may need to listen to your inner voice or seek wisdom from an outside source. raido points to movement—perhaps a change in routine or even a physical journey will help clear your thoughts. gebo speaks of balance and exchange, reminding you that your mental well-being thrives on meaningful connections. your mind needs fresh perspectives, open communication, and a willingness to embrace the wisdom that comes your way.

✧ pile two: raido – jera – algiz

your thoughts are in a process of transformation, but patience is key. raido represents the journey, showing that your mind is progressing towards something important, even if you don’t see the full picture yet. jera, the rune of cycles and harvest, reassures you that things will come together in time—your efforts will bear fruit, but you must allow the process to unfold naturally. algiz is a rune of protection, reminding you to guard your energy and mental space. your mind needs patience, trust in divine timing, and strong boundaries to stay focused on your path.

✧ pile three: uruz – ingwaz – dagaz

your mind is ready for renewal. uruz represents raw strength and untapped potential, suggesting that a mental breakthrough is near. ingwaz speaks of fertility and inner growth—your ideas are developing beneath the surface, preparing to take form. dagaz, the rune of dawn and transformation, signals a new perspective or a powerful shift in awareness. your mind needs courage to embrace change, trust in your inner evolution, and the understanding that you are stepping into a new mental phase filled with possibility.

which rune pile did you choose? let me know if it resonated! ��