Runic Astrology August 17th - August 23rd: 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.

Last week’s solar eclipse opened a door you did not know existed. This week, you get a hint of what lies on the other side. Do not try to control the outcome too soon. Let the surprise unfold.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have made you more aware of your need for privacy. This week, it becomes clear who respects your boundaries. You do not have to share everything to be close to someone. Protect what is still yours – your private space.

Last week’s solar eclipse set something in motion behind the scenes. Now others are beginning to notice the results. You may receive recognition for something you have been working on for a long time. Accept the praise without playing it down. This could be the beginning of something with real staying power.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have made a choice more difficult, precisely because you can now see the consequences more clearly. This week, you need to choose according to what you want in the long term. Do not let short-term comfort decide for you. Choose the option you will be able to respect yourself for later.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have changed the way you see a close relationship. This week, you have an opportunity to create a new dynamic. Things are beginning to shift. The old pattern does not have to continue simply because that is how it has always been. Meet people as they are now.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have awakened a strong urge to do something differently. Now it becomes easier to act on that feeling. A small change of surroundings could have a significant mental impact. Step outside your usual routine.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have prompted you to reconsider the role you play in other people’s lives. Now you discover that people value your experience more than you realised. A piece of advice you give could have a greater impact than expected. Do not underestimate what you have learnt.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have brought up feelings you were not entirely sure how to deal with. This week, they become easier to understand. Ahead of next week’s lunar eclipse, you may find that something emotional becomes increasingly clear. Avoid forcing a conclusion. Wait until next week.

Last week’s solar eclipse set something in motion whose results you cannot yet see. This week is about carrying on without needing applause. What you build in private could become more important than what you show publicly. Let it grow before you share it.

Last week’s solar eclipse set a process in motion that is still unfolding in the background. What became clear then does not need to be fully understood just yet. Some things need time to develop before you can see where they are leading. The energy is building towards next week’s lunar eclipse. Wait until then.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have changed the way you see the months ahead. Now a new picture is beginning to take shape, and it feels more aligned with the person you have become. Ahead of next week’s lunar eclipse, you may receive an important confirmation. Think ahead, but keep the plan flexible.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have made you see more clearly what you are no longer willing to settle for. Now you are beginning to expect more from the people around you, your work and your own choices. What once seemed ‘good enough’ suddenly feels rather small. Raise your standards.

Last week’s solar eclipse highlighted an area where you have underestimated yourself. This week, you discover that you can actually handle more change than you thought. A situation that would once have made you feel uncertain is now met with surprising calm. Trust the new you.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have brought an old irritation into sharper focus. Now you realise that you do not need everyone to understand why you are setting a boundary. It is a liberating discovery. A clear no is a complete sentence.

Last week’s solar eclipse opened up an issue that now needs to be put into words. A conversation this week could clear up more than you expected. It is less about being right and more about being precise. Say what you actually mean.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have disrupted an old rhythm. Now you are beginning to find a daily routine that better suits the person you have become. A new way of organising your time could give you a surprising amount of freedom. Make space for what truly matters.

Last week’s solar eclipse sparked an idea that keeps resurfacing. It is worth exploring why this particular thought refuses to disappear. There may be more to it than simple inspiration. Write the idea down and build on it.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have made it clear who gives as much as they take. This week, you notice the difference between genuine reciprocity and relationships that continue out of old habit. A friendship or collaboration could find a new balance. Invest where your efforts are reciprocated.

Last week’s solar eclipse set something in motion, and this week brings a pleasant outcome you had not planned for. An invitation, a message or a chance encounter could lift your spirits considerably. Allow yourself to be surprised.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have shown you that an old plan no longer works. Now a practical adjustment is needed. This is not a defeat. It is a sign that you have actually evolved. Update the plan, not the dream.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have made you more aware of what something really costs. This applies not only to money, but also to time and energy. This week, you become more selective. You no longer want to spend your energy on everything. Ask yourself what you are getting in return for your efforts.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have set a lot in motion mentally. Now you do not need more answers, but a little distance. A decision actually becomes easier when you stop analysing it. Take a break before you decide.

Last week’s solar eclipse planted a seed, and this week you see the first sign of growth. It may be smaller than you hoped, but more important than you realise. What you do now will matter later, whether over the next six months or permanently. Take note of your progress.

Last week’s solar eclipse may have awakened a desire to experience more. Now a journey, a new environment or someone unfamiliar could give you a much-needed shift in perspective. You do not need to plan everything. Seek out something new to you.