Runic Astrology April 13th - 19th: What do the runes have in store for you this week?

Divination in runes is an ancient art that can be traced back to the Norse God Odin. Old scriptures show that the Vikings then continued this tradition – they even used used rune symbols in jewellery, clothing and weapons to boost their energy.

Each person has their own rune stone, depending on on what day, and at what time they were born. This unique birth rune indicates the abilities, talents and resources that you bring into your life.

Related: How to calculate your Viking birth rune – and what it means

But as the universe is constantly changing, daily, weekly or monthly runic astrology can tell you how events, actions and things affect your life. It can also reveal what energies, events and changes are occurring, and how you can best act on them. A runic horoscope is a guide to your spiritual journey and a guide on how to live life to the fullest.

You may feel a lingering frustration this week. Around Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days, it may become clearer what you’re truly missing. Put it into words – especially if it involves others.

The pace around you increases, but you remain still. Friday’s new moon gives you an advantage in that. You can see something others overlook. Avoid being stressed by others’ speed. Follow your own rhythm, step by step.

You receive a small result that you hardly notice until Friday’s new moon. Then you realise it is, in fact, progress. Acknowledge what grows slowly. Give yourself a quiet pat on the back.

You withdraw slightly from something that once meant a great deal to you. Around Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days, you may feel whether it is right. Give yourself space without explaining it to others. Choose your own path.

Something unexpected may be said or revealed. Friday’s new moon can give you a new understanding of a situation you thought you knew. It’s perfectly fine to change your mind when new information appears.

This week, you can clearly sense what is right for you and what is not. Around Friday’s new moon, you may find yourself choosing differently than before. Trust your first reaction.

A new moon in your own rune sign signals a new beginning. If you are born during this period, you may feel it especially strongly. You receive increased attention, but what matters is what you do with it - particularly around Friday’s new moon and in the following fortnight.

You may be challenged on what you stand for. In the latter half of the week, around Friday’s new moon, you must show it through action - not just words. Do what you believe is right. Be concrete.

Something small begins to take shape. Around Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days, you may feel whether to give it more energy or leave it be. Follow what inspires you and feels right – it doesn’t always have to make perfect sense from the outside.

A collaboration may pick up pace this week. Around Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days, you may find a new rhythm together. Let the other party set the pace. Your time will come.

This is your turning point. Friday’s new moon signals a new beginning for you in several areas. Choose what feels right as your starting point. Take one thing at a time. Avoid spreading your energy too thinly.

Your feelings shift quickly this week. In the days around Friday’s new moon, something settles within you. Perhaps not as an answer, but more as an inner calm. Avoid chasing clarity – let it come to you. Meditation may help guide you.

You are holding something back, perhaps deliberately. Around Friday’s new moon and in the days surrounding it, you may sense whether the time is right to open up a little more. Share something, but not everything.

A sudden insight strikes you, likely in connection with Friday’s new moon or the days around it. It isn’t major, but it changes how you see something. Follow up the insight with action on the same day.

You do something differently at home or in a close relationship. Around Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days, you notice how much small changes can influence your path ahead. Adjust one habit – and keep it.

You’re spending time on something that doesn’t truly give anything back, and you suddenly see it in the latter half of the week around the new moon. A small shift in what you choose to let go of gives you more energy than anything you add. Cut one thing –and stick to it.

You become aware of your limits, physically or mentally, especially towards the end of the week. Friday’s new moon offers you a chance to begin again, but more gently. Avoid forcing anything through. Adjust your pace if needed.

A reaction builds throughout the week. In the latter half, around Friday’s new moon, you may have the chance either to release it or let it pass. Choose consciously how you respond.

An unplanned conversation may become important. Something new and exciting could come from it. The message of this week’s new moon is to keep things simple. Simple is often best. Avoid overthinking.

You’re heading somewhere, but only around Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days do you understand the true direction. A small adjustment to your plans creates better flow. Change course without making it dramatic.

An idea appears in the middle of something entirely ordinary. In the latter half of the week, especially around Friday’s new moon, you’ll feel whether it’s worth pursuing. Test the idea in practice – not just in your head.

Someone gives you time, attention, or flirtatious glances. It may be professional or personal. Around Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days, you may sense whether the interest is genuine. Receive it – but consider where it may lead.

Your optimism is rising. Friday’s new moon and the surrounding days may remind you of what truly gives you energy and inspiration. Choose what feels right for you. You don’t need to explain all your choices to others.

Something shifts suddenly during the week, but only on Friday do you see why it had to happen. The message of the new moon in the latter part of the week is to avoid trying to fix what has already turned. Trust your instinct.