This week's External Influence is the Reversed Werewolf Spirit Guide. This Guide generally comes to us when we need a sign that our individuality and humanity need attention. That we should take time to examine how we are reacting to situations and responding to others around us. However, when we see the Werewolf Spirit Guide as a Reversed sign, this means that the day ahead of us requires thought to be placed on what we are restraining. Have you been fighting against yourself in order to achieve an image that others are perceiving of you? Do not let what others tell you become the image of who you are. Avoid becoming irritated or angry, and instead work towards responding with honor, grace, and confidence to any concerns before you. Stand up for who you are, but do not rely on your base instincts in order to do so. Examine your morals and consider the options carefully before you take any steps. Now is not the time to snap or to balk, but to find an even ground between the two.

This week's Rune is Isa. This rune represents the vertical lines of primal energies running within the energy of existence. It is seen as a vertical line, icicle, or ice stream. Often, Isa represents slow expansion, delay, or constraint. It is a rune that often stops all activity seen in the way water loses energy as it slows and freezes to ice. Although ice may move slow, when it does it moves with massive force such as the motion of a glacier. In a chaotic and fast-pace environment, Isa can add a moment of structure and foundation to draw strength from. However, if change is needed, be wary of letting stasis hold you back from your opportunities. Isa aids us in understanding potential dangers as well as the polarities of energy and their abilities. When moving slower, we can see patterns around us and focus on concentration and our intentions. As this week's time seems to slip away, know that you have a center of slow moving, thoughtful energy to help in balancing you. Draw from Isa in order to help yourself process the information flying by this week. Analyze and consider what is around you with a thoughtful mind so that you do not become overwhelmed and stalled into a stillness that will not be beneficial to you. Isa works with the ego, the inner self, and connects us with the place within where the past and future come together and create the present. Do not lose yourself in the rush of time, but do not fall to the negative aspects of stagnation that Isa can warn about. Think carefully and thoughtfully before taking decisive actions.

This week's Internal Influence is Badger. Be strong! This week may leave you feeling disconnected and alone or curious and wishing to explore relationships, but know that you have a strong core within to get you through anything! Defend your morals with determination and ferociousness, but remember not to let your aggression get out of hand. Use this surge of energy in a productive manner rather than tearing into others around you. Do not let yourself get sucked into avoidance techniques or distractions, but work hard to finish the goals you have placed before yourself. This may be hard if it requires learning not to rely on others, but to become more self-reliant when you realize others have not been pulling their own weight. Even so, do not let the downfalls of others drag you down. Step up as a healer and bring aid to others around you. Keep strong, defend your morals, and dig deep for knowledge that you can share to others all around you. Consider researching herb lore and healing techniques that may interest you this week. Allow yourself to feel both your productive aggression as well as your tender, healing side. Do not be afraid to stand up for yourself this week. Remember your morals and beliefs and allow yourself to explore your role as a teacher, healer, or storyteller. In these leadership roles, you may learn how to balance sharing your morals, aiding others, and engaging in your intellectual side.