Upright meaning
Algiz is your protection rune. Your gut instincts are reliable right now — more reliable than usual — so trust them. If something feels off, it probably is. If something feels right and safe, honour that feeling.
This is also a rune about having people in your corner. You don't have to go through whatever you're facing alone. There's support available if you reach out for it.
And if someone around you needs support or guidance, you might be in a position to offer that too.
Reversed meaning
Reversed Algiz is a warning that your defences might be down. Maybe you've been running on empty for too long, or you're trusting someone who isn't actually trustworthy.
There's also a risk here of burning yourself out trying to protect everyone else while neglecting yourself. You can't pour from an empty cup.
Check in with yourself first. Are you actually okay? Rested? Resourced? Sort yourself out before you try to hold space for others.
