Runic Astrology January 12th - January 18th : 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.

A new moon in your own sign opens the door to fresh beginnings in many areas. This is your time. Many opportunities lie ahead. Sunday’s new moon kicks everything into motion. You may feel thoughts, words, and emotions flowing directly from the heart. Follow them.

Something you once believed was fixed may turn out to be flexible. This opens the door to new possibilities, especially in close relationships. This week’s new moon and the following two weeks bring fresh opportunities. Choose the original, authentic way of being yourself.

This week you may feel a strong need for mastery and accomplishment. You more easily see the connection between choices and outcomes. The new moon in the latter part of the week may bring increased responsibility in a particular area. Accept it.

You have many ideas and plans this week. Get started and be creative—but stay open to impulses from the universe. You may need to change course along the way. Be flexible. The new moon in the second half of the week opens a new direction. Take it.

This week you benefit most from protecting your energy. A secret decision—either strengthening your self-image or shifting your professional direction. Make the choice without sharing it. It is yours alone. The new moon confirms that it is right.

This week you can remain steady amid change. What is happening within you is more important than external circumstances right now. Trust your backbone. This week’s new moon confirms your choices.

You are in a creative phase, but to truly get going you need a digital clear-out. Sort, delete, or archive. Your material, your choices. The weekend’s new moon opens up a new direction. Less noise brings clearer thoughts. It feels liberating.

This week you become more aware of your emotions and needs. Notice what you genuinely miss. It may not be what you thought. Sunday’s new moon opens the door to adjustments over the next two weeks. Be aware that a small adjustment can bring deep healing.

Energy bubbles within you this week, and you dare to be more visible to others. Drop the mask and show who you truly are. This week’s new moon may strengthen your position in a particular area. It feels right.

Focus on what you want to build, not what you want to escape from. Clear away old patterns, broken promises, and physical clutter. This is your time, and the moment for a fresh start arrives with the new moon in the second half of the week. Take it.

You are in a creative period, but to reach where you want to be, you may face an uncomfortable choice. Do not avoid a difficult emotion. When you address it, it loses its power over you. The new moon in the latter half of the week gives you extra momentum. Seize the opportunity.

You can clearly see where your money is actually going. A new set of priorities brings more freedom than expected. Aim for less spending and more value. Sunday’s new moon may inspire you to make long-term choices. Share your thoughts with siblings or friends.

Your body is giving you a clear signal this week. This is not about exercise, but about boundaries. Listen before it has to shout. Spend time meditating. Make plans in connection with the weekend’s new moon. Listen to your body’s honest language.

If there is someone you have been trying to connect with, you may achieve concrete results over the next two to three weeks—especially if romance is involved. This week’s new moon indicates that good communication in close relationships can change the status quo. One message could change everything.

This week you may gain sudden clarity about something that has felt unclear for a while. Most likely it relates to work, but for some of you it may concern emotions in a close relationship. Trust your own insight. Follow your gut feeling.

This week’s new moon gives you a boost. You begin to see the results of earlier efforts. A new self-image is starting to bloom. The new moon may also bring fresh opportunities as a result. Seize them when they arise.

Learning to say no without explanation takes time to master—especially in close relationships. This week’s new moon reminds you to set boundaries. Use the next two to three weeks to plan what you want to change first.

Romance gathers momentum this week. A meeting may inspire you to look in a new direction. Allow your feelings and actions to develop at a calm pace. Patience pays off. The new moon in the latter part of the week may bring good news.

This week the new moon opens up a powerful space. It may be about new intentions or a source of inspiration. What begins now can grow into something significant—and long-lasting. Small choices are the first steps on the journey.

Use the first days to give yourself plenty of rest and self-care. In the second half of the week, under the pressure of the new moon, activity may increase significantly. Use your knowledge and intellect to navigate. Your time has come. Seize the opportunity when it appears.

Think carefully about whom you wish to let into your life on a deeper level. Trust your first impression. If something feels off, it will likely prove true over time. You have enough knowledge to know what is good for you—this is the new moon’s message, especially in group settings.

This week your creative spark thrives best without an audience. Create for yourself. Let things grow in peace and quiet. Sunday’s new moon opens up the direction in which you will later present it. Do it in your own way.

This week carries light for you. You gain self-awareness about what you truly feel. A relationship may need adjustment—either it becomes mutual, or you are finished. You now know the difference. Sunday’s new moon reinforces the message. Take time to listen to your own feelings.

You are now entering the third week of the year, and the urge to perform is increasing again. Trust your inner compass. Whether professionally or personally, you have until Sunday’s new moon to plan ahead. Take pride in your own achievements before opening up to the outside world from Sunday onwards.