Libra - Elder Futhark Wisdom | Weekly Rune Reading & Spiritual Guidance | Oct 2 - 8

Crafted Runes By: Eric Paulson - Your Essential Practice
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Greetings, I’m Eric with Your Essential Practice.
This is your weekly sacred check-in—through the voice of the runes.

October 2: International Day of Non-Violence
Observed globally, this day honors the principle of non-violence as a force for social and political change. It also marks the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, whose life and teachings exemplified peaceful resistance and moral courage.

October 2: World Day for Farmed Animals
A day of awareness and reflection on the treatment and welfare of animals raised for food. It calls for compassion and ethical consideration toward creatures often unseen in industrial systems.

October 2: Guardian Angels Day
Celebrated as a Catholic feast day, this observance recognizes guardian angels—spiritual protectors believed to watch over and guide individuals throughout their lives.

October 4: World Animal Day
An international celebration highlighting animals of all kinds, their welfare, and the shared responsibility humans have to protect the living world.

October 5: World Teachers’ Day
A global day of recognition and gratitude for teachers everywhere, honoring their influence on learning, culture, and society.

October 6: Álfablót
This Norse pagan and Heathen festival—translated as “elf sacrifice”—begins on October 6. Traditionally a private, family-centered rite, Álfablót honors the elves (álfar) as guardians and benefactors of the household. In ancient practice, offerings were made to ensure the family’s protection, prosperity, and harmony with the unseen spirits.

October 6–21: Vetrablót (Winter Nights)
The longer Winter Nights festival marks the shift into the cold season. In Norse tradition this was a time of sacrifice and reverence for the deities and ancestors, seeking blessings for survival, strength, and continuity through the dark months ahead.

October 6: Full Moon in Aries — The Hunter’s Moon
This fiery full moon invites passion, boldness, and self-assertion. It is traditionally a time for gathering courage, refining boundaries, and releasing toxic or stagnant situations. Visualize the moon’s light exposing the areas of your life ready for renewal and action. Harness this surge of energy to clarify your purpose and take concrete steps forward. In Aries’ spirit of independence and fierce authenticity, confront fears, dismantle old patterns, and set actionable goals—whether that means launching a new project, voicing a difficult truth, or reclaiming your own power. The universe now supports audacity, courage, and self-directed transformation.

October 6: Mercury Enters Scorpio
From October 6 through October 27, Mercury—the planet of communication and intellect—travels through Scorpio, sharpening minds and intensifying conversations. This transit draws you beneath the surface to probe hidden truths and challenge your habitual narratives. Words gain depth and precision; silence becomes as potent as speech. Ask yourself which stories or secrets need to be brought into the open. This is a period for courageous dialogue, for wielding your voice as a tool of clarity and healing rather than control.
Mercury in Scorpio also calls for exploring trust and intimacy in communication. Notice the unspoken agreements shaping your relationships. Active listening and authentic sharing now open pathways to deeper connection and psychic insight. Even uncomfortable exchanges can become catalysts for profound change, if approached with honesty and a willingness to transform.