11/13/2025
Forgot to post this earlier but realized today after things weren't aligned correctly. We started another Mercury Retrograde November 9th.
What's that you say...well :
Mercury retrograde is an optical illusion where the planet Mercury appears to move backward in the sky from Earth's perspective due to our differing orbital speeds. Astrologically, it is considered a period where communication, technology, and travel are thought to be disrupted, leading to potential misunderstandings, glitches, and delays. It happens about three to four times a year and lasts for roughly three weeks each time.
Astronomical explanation
Optical illusion: No planet actually reverses its orbit. As Mercury moves faster than Earth in its orbit around the sun, it occasionally "laps" Earth, making it appear to move backward in the sky from our vantage point.
Similar effect: A similar phenomenon occurs with other planets as well, but because Mercury's orbit is so much shorter, it happens more frequently.
Astrological interpretation
Areas of influence: Astrology associates Mercury with communication, technology, travel, logic, and commerce.
Disruptions: During a Mercury retrograde period, it's believed these areas can experience "irregularities".
Common effects: Many people report experiencing more miscommunications, technical malfunctions, travel delays, and issues with contracts.
Focus on reflection: It's often seen as a time for introspection, reviewing old projects, and focusing on self-care rather than starting new ventures.
How does it affect you...well...
Spiritually, Mercury retrograde is seen as a time for introspection, reflection, and reassessment rather than for making significant forward-moving plans. It is considered a period to slow down, revisit the past, and align one's external actions with internal values, offering a chance to "course-correct" with more wisdom. This "cosmic pause" invites a focus on reworking plans, refining messages, and reconnecting with old ideas or people.
Spiritual themes and opportunities
Reflection and reassessment: The apparent backward motion of Mercury is thought to turn attention inward, creating a cosmic pause to reflect on past decisions and projects. It is a time to ask what is working and what is not, and to make adjustments accordingly.
Realignment: This period encourages aligning your external life with your inner values. It is a time to ensure your actions reflect your true intentions and to "re-vision" the path forward.
Revisiting the past: Spiritually, it is a time to revisit old misunderstandings, ideas, or connections. This can lead to a deeper understanding and a chance to "get it right" with more wisdom.
Heightened intuition: Some traditions suggest that intuition may be heightened during this time, and that coincidences may carry deeper meaning.
Embracing the cyclical nature of life: The retrograde period is seen as a reminder that life is not linear but cyclical, and that there are rhythms that are beyond our full control. This is an opportunity to work with, rather than against, these energies.
