The first rune represents the basic influences that underly your story of situation. The second is obstacles to be overcome. The third holds beneficial processes to achieving the outcome. The fourth represents a possible outcome, while the fifth hints at outside influences that shaped that final result.

• naudiz - 

  Need

  Restriction, Conflict, Willpower, Endurance, Self-Reliance

  Constraint
  
  Nauthiz's shape is derived from the image of two sticks rubbing together to create a fire. With this in mind, think about opposing forces in your life (or within yourself) and remember that friction, or conflict, can provide the spark needed for something new.
  
  Constraints in your life may cause your progress to slow, but take this time to address what you may have done to contribute to this delay, Blum writes: "Examine what it is in your nature that attracts hardship or misfortune to your life."
  
  Nauthiz's reverse asks you to undertake any hardships in your life and embrace whatever darkness may surround you. This rune is known to be a great teacher, but it expects you to learn in spite of (and through) whatever difficulties may get in the way.

• ingwaz - 

  Seed

  Goals, Growth, Change, Common Sense, The Hearth (Home)

  Fertility
  
  You draw Ingwaz when you are ready to emerge from an old state, or, in an everyday sense, abandon a bad habit. Something you began a long time ago is nearly finished, and don't be surprised if this is cause for celebration. You're reaching this completion thanks to your own work and effort. Blum explains that "you must fertilize the ground for your own deliverance" — in other words, you put in a lot and now it's time to take your reward.
  
  Ingwaz has no reverse, but it has another, equally valid interpretation. If there are no major conclusions on your horizon, take this as a prompt to prepare for one.

• fehu - 

  Livestock

  Wealth, Abundance, Success, Security, Fertility

  Possessions
  
  Drawing this rune signifies that newfound wealth, health, or even affection could be headed your way, but Fehu also warns against basking in your good fortune. Instead, reflect on "the meaning of profit and gain in your life," Blum writes. And don't let this recent fulfillment distract you from what you may already have — be generous but don't waste anything at this time.
  
  The reverse of Fehu isn't exactly an ideal drawing. Something you've been hoping for may never come to fruition. Even worse, you may fall into poor health or lose money. Blum offers one reassurance: "This is part of coming to be and passing away, and not that which abides." This isn't the end of your story.

• kenaz - 

  Torch

  Vision, Creativity, Inspiration, Improvement, Vitality

  Opening
  
  This is a rune of focus, concentration, and clarity. You may be on the verge of a new or difficult chapter in your life that would call for this kind of mindset.
  
  Many runic traditions associate Kano with fire — with that in mind, a sacrifice may be in order, but it will be one with positive results.
  
  In its reverse, Kano's fire is put out. "Expect a darkening of the light in some situation or relationship," Blum warns. Whatever loss you experience, it's for the better, because it was "no longer appropriate to the person you are now becoming."

• pertho - 

  Dice Cup

  Fate, Chance, Mystery, Destiny, Secrets

  Initiation
  
  The future is unclear if you draw this rune. "Powerful forces of change are at work here. Yet what is achieved is not easily or readily shared," Blum explains. Something major is coming, but don't take this as an invitation to investigate. Remaining passive, and letting the change come to you, may be your best course of action right now.
  
  While Perth normally asks you to think about the changes to come, its reverse urges you to live in the "true present." Here, you'll see what changes you must make in yourself.