Keywords: Ice, stillness, waiting, delaying, obstacles, acceptance

Isa represents an icicle and symbolizes static existence, the present. Isa is a rune that halts all activity and puts a delay in the progress of something. We can do nothing but wait for the transformation of this icicle to turn to water, or the delay to turn into a new starting point.

Isa primarily represents a period of rest before activity, but do not let yourself get into a rut. Do not take anyone for granted. Be not afraid to show your feelings. Things appear to be at a standstill, and this is not a time to try to force movement. Accept the present moment and enjoy the stillness and silence that it offers.Patience and wisdom are called for. This is not the time to abandon goals, but an opportunity to reaffirm them. This is a time for contemplation and preparation, not despondency or regrets. Things will change as surely as winter changes to spring and then summer.

How to Use Isa

Isa represents an icicle and symbolizes the present. It halts current activity and delays the progress of something. It may also indicate an obstacle, however, it primarily represents a period of rest before activity - it is not a time to force things. It encourages one to accept the present moment and enjoy the peace and stillness that it brings. So often we get caught up in the hecticness of our day to day lives that we forget to enjoy the moment. Much like the calming silence that is present after the first heavy snowfall, Isa encourages you to sit in peaceful reflection. If you find that you are too often on the move and do not take enough time to be mindful and in the moment, consider carrying Isa with you. Let it serve as a reminder to slow down while it lends you its peaceful, calming energy. You may also place Isa in your home or altar space to serve this same purpose.

Handmade WitchRunes Pieces to Utilize the Energy of Isa

Use the Isa Norse Rune Pendant as a necklace, keychain, or other charm to carry the energies of Isa with you. You may also hang it in your altar space

Wear the Isa Norse Rune Earrings to doubly encourage a sense mindfulness, peace, and stillness in your day to day life

Utilize Isa individually or in conjunction with the other 23 runes of the Elder Futhark with the Elder Futhark Norse Rune Set