Self Portrait Runes: Eihwaz

Three months since my last self portrait, and I have reached a new stage in my life. Kenaz helped me with inspiration and creativity for university. And while it will still help me, a new rune better represents where I am now; Eihwaz.
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Eihwaz: Yew Tree

Phonetic equivalent: ei

Literal Meanings: 

Yew  

Divination Meanings: 

Strength, Reliability, Trustworthiness, Enlightenment, Endurance, Protection.  

Deities: 

Yggdrasil 

Analysis: 

Eihwaz possesses the power of both death and regeneration. A re-growth from the passing of the old situation into the form of the new situation. It is a rune that acts as a magickal protector and facilitator. All rites of passage, particularly those marking the transition into adulthood, contain the symbolism of death, the idea being that one's former 'self' has died and given birth to a new persona. Because of its position as the 13th rune it is sometimes considered as the death rune. -Whispering Worlds

The driving force to acquire, providing motivation and a sense of purpose. Indicates that you have set your sights on a reasonable target and can achieve your goals. -Sunnyway

I chose Eihwaz because I feel that I am becoming who I want to be. I'm a lot more confident in myself, my work, and my body than I was when I started this project. I'm also happy to have said goodbye to my unemployed self, and to become a full-time student. While it may still be frustrating not working a full or part time job, it feels good to have a routine and to be productive again. Which is also why I also chose Eihwaz, university has given me a goal to reach for, and I am going quite well at it. I have big projects which I am in the middle of creating, and it's really great to do such big works. It has meant I'm not shooting as often as I used to, but what I am doing is awesome.