MERCURY RETROGRADE
What is Mercury Retrograde
When its said Mercury is retrograde, its referred to the period of time where Mercury moves slower than the earth around the sun. The planet closest to the sun normally moves faster than ours—it takes Mercury 88 days to make its way around the sun compared to the Earth’s 365 days—so when it goes slower, it creates a sort of optical illusion that it’s moving backwards.
What does Mercury control In astrology, Mercury is said to rule communication, news, travel, technology, gossip and information which means that when it is in retrograde we can usually expect an array of mishaps to occur such as miscommunications or misunderstandings around these domains. Mercury is the planet of talking, thinking and getting around.
What generally happens in Mercury retrograde During Mercury retrograde, communication can get messy. It’s like messages get jumbled up, and it’s harder to understand each other. You might have trouble with emails, phone calls or talking with others. This means that we can expect meltdowns, false gossip, miscommunications, technology fails, issues in travel, missed connections and delays in hearing pertinent information.
This can lead to everything from emails getting lost to travel disruptions with that it can cause shifts in friendships or falling outs, miscommunications and general misunderstandings. Brain fogs, anxiety disorders, uncertainty around work and personal projects also do get hampered during this period.
Mercury Retrograde is a notorious time for misunderstandings, failed plans and general confusion. During these periods, we’re prone to saying the wrong words and taking things the wrong way. A simple misunderstanding leads to a full-blown argument and it starts to feel like our love life is spinning out of control. Big decisions like signing a contract or starting a new venture should be delayed during these periods.
If you’re expecting a raise or promotion it could take longer to get the paperwork in motion. If you’re planning a vacation you may experience issues while away. Your smartphone could break, you could be accidentally billed twice by the cable company or an old friend or ex could even resurface in some capacity. An argument could also create tension in a relationship that will be all consuming during this transit.
Mercury’s retrograde periods are believed to bring postponements, snags, delays, last minute changes, missed connections and unexpected obstacles in daily routines. Computers may crash, emails can get lost, travel plans can disrupt and old acquaintances or unresolved issues may unexpectedly resurface often demanding closure or a fresh perspective. While it can feel like a period of chaos, understanding the cosmic influence at play can help one better navigate these disruptions providing a sense of agency during uncertain times.
Some observed statistics
According to a new survey by the dating app Flirtini-
A whopping 71% of people believe that the retrograde has a negative impact on their relationships and as also 46% found that their loved one tends to act unusually during the astrological phenomenon. Some of the most common issues reported include communication struggles, fights and arguments.
The spiritual significance of Retrograde Retrograde is apparent backward motion. The symbolism is Go back and do it again.
Retrograde means in other words Slow down, go back, finish the unfinished and move ahead. Hence so many past skeletons crop up from seemingly nowhere. You might be surprised or try to choose to ignore or even deny but this period will make it intense. In fact some get successful in escaping as the period gets over only to return back in the next retrograde. Hence if you observe closely relationship troubles continue with the same relations you had in the past retrograde too. Now at some point it will become compulsive to have a closure, the more its delayed the more the pain and intense the sufferings. Hence retrograde also delays your projects so that you give time and energy to heal those relations. Mercury retrograde does not allow new creations (meaning new projects) to fructify in this period as new is always ending of the old and here if the old has not ended (validated by the fact that its recurred back) how can the new be formed.
Unexpected shifts in relationships, as people or situations are eclipsed in or out of our lives. Emotions & memories resurface urging us to face what we thought we’d buried as the past returns for resolution or closure. This is a powerful reminder- to move forward, we must acknowledge, heal & release the past.
The Deeper understanding
Despite its reputation for chaos, Mercury Retrograde also holds a deeper, more constructive significance. It invites introspection, offering a unique opportunity to slow down and realign with one’s inner truth. This is a time when hidden details often come to light making it ideal for personal growth and for resolving conflicts or misunderstandings that may have been buried or ignored. Many practitioners use this period to cleanse their energy, perform rituals for clarity or engage in creative projects that benefit from a reflective mindset. Additionally, Mercury Retrograde is an excellent time for decluttering both physical and mental spaces, releasing old habits and reevaluating long-term goals. By embracing the retrograde as a time for reassessment and inner work rather than fearing its challenges, one can transform potential setbacks into valuable opportunities for growth, insight and a renewed sense of direction.
Mercury retrograde is not all bad….it’s a good time to do anything with a “re” in it. …to reconnect with old friends, rest, relax, rejuvenate, renew, reflect, reveal, re-fresh, re-unite, re-organize, re-think, re-set, re-evaluate, re-assess, re-align, re-view, re-do, re-learn, re-write, re-discover, re-boot.
Amidst the chaos, this retrograde unearths valuable lessons we may have overlooked, so pay attention to your dreams-they may be prophetic & bring insights to guide you through this period.
Five unmissable things to take up during this time Karmic Lessons: This period often brings unresolved issues to the surface for healing and growth. Divine Timing: Delays and setbacks during retrograde may be aligned with a higher cosmic plan. Spiritual growth: Mercury retrograde can trigger profound spiritual insights. Ancestral Healing: Past life memories or ancestral wounds may surface for healing. Energetic Cleansing: It’s an opportune time for releasing stagnant energies and patterns.
The To Do’s Revisit past projects, unfinished tasks, unfinished relationships. Double check emails, documents, digital communication for errors. Back up your computer and mobile data. Make sure to de plug cords of electronic items when not in use. Reconnect with old friends or contacts. Do not react, respond after careful introspection. Practice mindfulness and patience when plans go awry. Strive for clarity in communications and avoid misunderstandings. Go with the flow, and be extra patient, listen, and be extra cautious (especially driving) as folks are more irritable, impulsive and impatient.
Try to avoid Signing contracts or making big commitments, Purchasing expensive items like electronics, vehicles or property. Also control arguments caused by miscommunication. Don’t assume things will go as planned. Do not rush on decisions. Give things more time than usual. Also be careful on launching any new projects. Try not to make any major decisions or purchases.
A channeled message Mercury retrograde is not to scare you. It is only that the universe has made it in such a way that normally a person is not careful or doesn’t become aware of certain things. So this is a period we say relationships will be affected. This period the Divine has structured it in such a way which actually makes you recognize things. It is all the way of the Divine to improve you or take you on the way of the path which God wants; or to go on the way of the Universal Laws.
So this is just teaching us that. It is not that you have to get scared. In fact, thank the Divine that you are getting this opportunity to look at to set right your relationships. Why are certain days fixed for a particular pooja? Don’t we do pooja everyday? This is a particular period that is specific to remind us of certain things.
You can do the below ritual for the retrograde period. This will bring a more focused state of awareness. It will prevent you from the taking the wrong action. This will also remove that fear of Mercury Retrograde and this will allow you to let your life go smoothly without thinking of the Mercury Retrograde.
Draw this symbol. Light a white candle everyday till mercury retrograde is over. SAY ”ALL IS WELL”.
So all in all a testing period, not to be taken lightly and focus on inner growth as most outside communications are hampered. Do not fear this period and offer any resistance, rather look into setting right and be aware and this too shall pass. All is well.
