Background and positive Perspectives

The term "Retrograde Mercury" or "Mercury in Retrograde" is familiar to many, even if astrology hasn't been a daily agenda item. Most of us associate this expression with a touch of chaos and occasional stumbling blocks in daily life. A new scratch on the car? Well, that must be the retrograde Mercury. A strain from sports? Yep, the good old Mercury must be at it again. In this blog post, I want to shed light not only on what the retrograde of this planet signifies but also highlight some positive aspects. Yes, they do exist!

Messenger of the Gods and Planet of Communication

Let's start by taking a look at Mercury, the smallest planet in our sunny cosmos. The planet is associated with the messenger god Hermes, who is not only the protector of traffic, travelers, and merchants but also symbolizes communication. Roughly speaking, Mercury can be considered the planet of communication and language, whose energy makes us curious and eager to learn. When we talk about retrograde Mercury, astronomically speaking, things get a bit peculiar: Mercury now moves a bit slower around the Sun, creating the effect as if it's moving backward through space. Okay, it's just an optical illusion, but in astrology, this event holds special significance.

Astrological Significance

Astrologically, the retrograde Mercury means its active quality turns into passivity. This affects various aspects of life. Misunderstandings often arise, communication with others becomes partially stuck, and we talk past each other. Projects lose momentum, brainstorming becomes challenging, and delays of all sorts can occur. In short, everything slows down, and we might feel compelled into a kind of passivity. It sounds like a challenge at first, but hold on – there's light at the end of the astrological tunnel!

A Phase of inner Retreat

The next couple of weeks mark a phase of inner retreat that retrograde Mercury virtually imposes on us. If we resist this energy, this time might seem like a curse because nothing seems to work properly. Yet, fundamentally, retrograde Mercury gives us the opportunity to introspect and review the past year. How did you experience this year? What do you want to change in 2024? What do you need to kickstart the upcoming year properly?

Setting Priorities

Even though this time is less suitable for initiating new projects, it's perfect for tackling postponed or lingering tasks. Gain a clear overview externally. What have you not found time for so far? What has been calling for your attention for weeks? What task have you been postponing for months? Utilize these weeks for an inner retrospective and bring order to both your internal and external worlds. If you make clear alignments, you'll be able to start January wonderfully.

Summary:

• Be prepared for everything taking a bit more time.
• Be patient; don't let an internal blockade demotivate you in new projects.
• Don't take things personally if misunderstandings with others or communication hiccups occur.