Ehwaz, the rune of movement, trust, and cooperation, symbolizes partnership and progress through mutual effort. The shape of the rune resembles a horse and rider moving together in harmony. This sequence is designed to embody the flowing, balanced energy of Ehwaz, reflecting the connection between movement, progress, and balance. By practicing this sequence, you can align yourself with the energy of partnership and progress, both with yourself and others.
Starting Position
- Stand in a neutral position, with your feet slightly apart, knees slightly bent, and arms relaxed at your sides.
- Breathe deeply and center yourself, visualizing the harmonious energy of movement and cooperation that Ehwaz represents. Prepare to move with fluidity and connection.
Step 1: Step to the Right into a Wide Stance
- Lift your right leg and take a step to the right, shifting into a wide stance with your feet comfortably apart.
- Feel your body grounded as you widen your stance, preparing to engage with the flowing movement of Ehwaz.
Step 2: Inhale and Raise Your Arms Overhead
- As you inhale, begin to raise your arms alongside your body in a smooth, circular motion. Let your arms continue upward until they meet above your head, with your palms facing downward. This upward movement symbolizes the rising energy of cooperation and progress.
- As your arms meet overhead, feel the connection and alignment between your body and the energy around you.
Step 3: Exhale and Lower Your Hands to Form the Ehwaz Shape
- As you exhale, lower your arms down in front of your body in a graceful arc.
- When your hands reach waist height, turn your palms upward, forming an inverted V shape with your arms, representing the shape of the Ehwaz rune.
- At the same time, drop your center of gravity by bending your knees slightly, sinking into the stance. This grounding action embodies the balance and stability needed for progress and movement.
- In this position, visualize the flow of trust and cooperation guiding your actions, much like the harmony between horse and rider moving as one.
Step 4: Repeat the Movement or Return to Starting Position
- From this position, you have two options:
- To repeat the movement: Inhale again and raise your arms overhead as you simultaneously rise up from the lowered center of gravity. Let your arms move in a circle, coming back to the starting point over your head. Continue the flow of movement, alternating between lowering and raising with each breath.
- Or to return to the starting position: As you exhale, lower your arms and return your right leg from the wide stance back to meet your left leg, coming back to the starting stance. Visualize bringing the harmonious energy of Ehwaz back into balance within yourself.
By practicing this sequence, you can align with the cooperative and progressive energy of Ehwaz, helping you to cultivate trust, movement, and balance in your life. The movement of Ehwaz embodies the harmony between partners—whether within yourself or in relationships—helping you to move forward in a balanced and connected way. Let this sequence remind you of the power of partnership and progress as you navigate your path.