March 15 - April 7 (shadow until April 26)

Mercury Retrogrades do not mean that your life is gonna fall apart! It is a time to be more aware of things. Typically, during Mercury Retrograde, we experience delays or things are brought up that we need to look back on. I usually keep the 're' words in mind for this time.

revisit - refresh - resolve - rework - reconsider

A lot of astrologers will give you the 'don'ts' of a Mercury Retrograde.

don't travel - don't sign contracts - don't buy expensive tech items

But the truth is, you can do all of these things. You just have to pay attention to the details and be ready for any delays. Understand that there could be technical glitches along the way, but your mindset is a big part in how these situations play out. Some astrologers suggest the 'don'ts' because we are less likely to see things clearly or with the same insight of a direct Mercury.

Perhaps it's best to start with the qualities of Mercury. Check out my blog about the breakdown of this planet here. In summary, Mercury rules communication, travel, learning, and intellect. So often, these things get foggy, delayed, or glitchy when Mercury Retrogrades. Here are some tips.

TIPS:

👌 Have a back-up plan in case of delays

💕 Be patient

💌 Go over communications and agreements with great detail - contracts, emails

💻 Back up your computer

🤨 There could be miscommunication from others - don't take things to heart right away - be aware of your words

📌 This is not the best time to start new projects

⏱️ Take your time with decisions - don't rush

This Mercury Retrograde starts in Aries and moves back into Pisces on March 29. This brings a dynamic mix of fire and water energy. This is a great time for recalibration. (Oh, look! Another 're!')

Aries has very independent energy, so you might encounter triggers around self-worth, independence, and identity. If you run into this, pause and consider, "How will I communicate my desires and advocate for myself?" Retrace your desires back to that spark (Aries) that made your passions so meaningful to you! This inner work taps into the Pisces energy that encompasses the realms of the soul. Once Mercury moves into Pisces, you might feel more confused and foggy.

KEYWORDS

Aries - instinct, spark, assertive

Pisces - trust, flow, receive, feel

As Mercury moves into Pisces, it will be more intense than usual due to the partial solar eclipse happening with the Pisces New Moon conjunct Mercury. (March 29)

Observe what is going on for you in the Aries & Pisces area of your natal chart during this time. Journal or leave yourself voice notes on your phone.

Find presence and observe. Use it as an experiment to see where you are on the other side of this retrograde.

Mercury isn't here to stop you in your tracks. It asks you to clear away the gutters so things can flow with more ease.

Do you get nervous when you hear that a Mercury Retrograde is coming? Well, I hope you won't now with these tips to help you 😉 But share your thoughts in the comments. Or perhaps there is one thing you definitely do or don't do during Mercury Retrogrades. I'd love to hear about it below.