![]() Planets often go into retrograde for a period of time but it can sometimes be complete months. In fact, all planets spend about 4-5 months popping in and out of retrograde. All planets pass the Earth in orbit, and when Mercury begins to slow near-earth it is known as a "station" and when the planet spins in a backward motion it is known as being in "retrograde." All planets pass through a retrograde at some point in the year: Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and Saturn. This is sometimes called the Mercury Retrograde, but what it it? In astrology, Mercury is the ruler of communication, travel, and technology and when it falls in retrograde, life can go berserk for about three weeks. We all need a mercury retrograde from time to time. Mercury retrograde is connected to all things electronic, text message, WhatsApp might be going a bit crazy for a bit. What is a Mercury Retrograde?Įach planet has its own unique cycle, mercury orbits the sun. I'm talking about the time where you are finding so much "drama" in life but there is something beyond that. Plans seem to be moved without consideration and your family and friends are still annoyed at you about insignificant ridiculous arguments where you couldn’t decide on whether to trim those weeds down in the garden or let them branch out a bit. Flights are rescheduled or you find yourself sat in an airport for hours, your destined holiday resort decides to close. Have you ever had experienced problems in your life when everything feels up in the air, nothing seems to go to plan? Your work gets deleted, you argue with loved ones about things that aren’t important, you’re stuck in a traffic jam in scorching temperatures, and your laptop decides to freeze as you’re finally putting the final touches to a very important piece of work. The third and final retrograde of 2021 is from September 27 to October 18 in Libra. ![]() This happens in the following months: May 29 to June 22 in Gemini.Some people call this the Mercury retro-shade and this means we feel the crazy backspins of mercury affecting us all in a strange way. Which will follow us until May 12th?Ĭrashing computers, communications that cause misunderstandings, storms and bad electrics are normal during this time! It’s chaos out there. May 2021 brings lockdown and massive mercury retrograde. “There is an overarching tumultuous energy impacting all signs, which can manifest as constantly feeling being bombarded with new information that causes you to have to change your plans,” Corcoran warns.Emotions during this time are crazy and high, also there seems to be a dwelling on past problems and also ex-lovers might pop up. However, you’re not let off the hook if you’re not any of those six star signs. Scorpio, Aquarius, Leo and Taurus mates should also be on extra alert as they “are most likely to experience unexpected surprises, mental breakthrough or have old friends get in touch.” “They need to be conscious of the importance of clear communication both written and oral, double check their work, allow extra time for travel and anticipate delays in their normal flow of activities.” “And remember, everyone is under enormous pressure right now and may not be as kind with how they speak to you so try not to take things personally.” Star signs most affected by 2020’s last Mercury in retrograde “Allow plenty of time in your diary for unexpected changes to your schedule should you need to put out fires and deal with news or technical glitches that surface.”Ĭorcoran also highly recommends you use this time to “explore the depths of your own thinking” and to “investigate thought patterns which empower you and thought patterns which hold you back from your greatness.įor example, constantly ask yourself the following question: ‘Do your thoughts control you, or are you directing your thoughts?’Īnd on a self-care note, “keep up consistent exercise, embrace mindfulness practices and remember to breathe,” Corcoran says. “This is a powerful time for breakthrough thinking, innovation, ramping up mindfulness activities, engaging your intuition, investigating the facts to expose the truth, and working with an expert such as a counsellor, psychologist or coach to unpack any subconscious thought patterns holding you back from aligning to your full potential.” How to survive 2020’s last Mercury in retrograde “Quite likely your feelings may more easily be hurt by what others are saying and doing.”īut don’t stress, there are in fact positives to come out of this event. ![]() “The fiery and disruptive nature of this Mercury retrograde could bring shocking messages, infuriating surprises, hurtful communication, disruption and without question plenty of tension that feels as though this intense period of being stuck is never going to end,” Corcoran notes. On the negative side of the spectrum, expect to feel a lot of tension and heightened emotions.
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