Upright meaning
The self among others. Know yourself, and remember you are part of something bigger. Help is closer than it seems.
Reversed (merkstave)
Isolation, or seeing yourself through other people's eyes. Step back and look at yourself honestly and kindly.
A question to sit with
How do you see yourself, and is it fair?
Its ætt
Mannaz belongs to Tyr's ætt, the runes of people, honour and what you inherit and pass on.