Mercury retrograde is a cosmic event that affects everyone. When Mercury goes into retrograde, it can feel like the world is upside down. You may feel out of sync while problems can arise out of nowhere. But, there are ways you can navigate through this phase easier. In this blog post, find out what Mercury retrograde is. Plus learn what to avoid along with what to do during retrograde. <\/p>\n
Mercury is the ruler of communication and expression. If you only keep track of one planet that goes retrograde, Mercury is the most important. Mercury retrograde occurs three to four times every year. And it lasts for three to four weeks during each retrograde phase. Retrograde is when the planet appears to be moving backwards in the sky; from its usual route across the sky. When this planet goes retrograde, it leads to communication issues and technology disturbances. <\/p>\n
Greetings from Archangel Michael and Archangel Metatron. For a very long time, people have been fearful of Mercury retrograde. These unnecessary fears have been occurring for too many decades. It is true that Mercury retrograde can cause misunderstandings between people. Along with electronics not working properly. However, there are positives to Mercury retrograde. <\/p>\n
From your viewpoint on Earth, when a planet is in retrograde, it appears to be moving backwards in the night sky. The term retrograde is used for any planet that appears to be moving off of its normal course across the night sky. This is only an illusion though. For it is only based upon your perspective from your current location which is Earth. When a planet is retrograde, it causes waves of energy that affect humans. The purpose of this is to help you in your life, not to cause you disharmony or challenges.One main reason why people often struggle during Mercury retrograde is because the energies bring up things for you to review in your life. Mercury retrograde is a time for resting, re-evaluating, and healing.<\/p>\n
Mercury retrograde is a wonderful time to review your life and reflect upon the goals that you are working toward. Also, take extra time to relax and rest along with taking extra good care of yourself. This is especially needed in any areas where you may have gotten off track. To make the most out of Mercury retrograde, focus on reflecting upon your life in the present moment. Evaluate goals to see if anything needs to be adjusted. <\/p>\n
Rewrite things that need to be modified whether this is a goal or project you have been working on. With any type of writing project this is a wonderful time to do editing and improve any areas that you feel could be improved. <\/p>\n
During Mercury retrograde, it is advised to avoid starting a new project or launching any new idea. People are more likely to misunderstand it, or to not connect fully with the message that you are trying to send. This is why it is better to review your progress, and wait until after Mercury goes direct again. The best time to launch a new idea or begin a new project is during the first waxing crescent moon after Mercury retrograde ends. The waxing crescent moon occurs between the dates of the new moon and the first quarter phase of the moon. <\/p>\n
Before and during the three to four weeks when Mercury is retrograde, we recommend backing up all of your most important files regularly. If any files are modified daily, then back them up throughout each day. This is also the time when devices and appliances are more likely to malfunction. <\/p>\n
Mercury retrograde may cause miscommunications between people. However, at the same time, it could also improve communication. It depends upon the individuals and the circumstances surrounding the relationship. If there has been a lack of communication, then Mercury retrograde can be very helpful. It can help people begin talking again if there was a quiet period between them. This is a great time to reach out to an old friend that you have not talked to for awhile. There may also be issues with lost emails. Or issues in other forms of communication during retrograde. <\/p>\n
Mercury retrograde is a magnificent time to slow down from the busyness of everyday life. Take care of yourself. Spend some time in nature. And be sure to catch up on sleep if you have been if you have not been getting enough sleep lately. After this rest phase is over, you can start the new phase feeling refreshed and ready to take more action. This resting period is to help you by providing you with a time to reflect upon exactly what you want in life. Additionally, review your goals and dreams to make any improvements to them. <\/p>\n
Are you genuinely happy with your present job? Or do you need to become educated in another area, so you can do work that is enjoyable and fulfilling for you? Are you happy living in your present location? Would you feel much better moving somewhere else after you have had time to plan everything out? Reflect upon the relationships in your life. Are there any people that you should let go of soon? So they do not hold you back in life. This can be more challenging with relatives. However, there are things you can do to help. When possible, maintain distance and limit time with relatives who drain you. And when you need to be around relatives who have strong opinions, focus on laughter. What can you do to lighten up the conversations to make everyone laugh? <\/p>\n
What types of feelings, thoughts, and beliefs have you been holding on to that are holding you back in life? Mercury retrograde is an optimal time for letting these go. Heal from the past and release outdated patterns and beliefs at the energetic level. This is how you become truly free to leave them in the past and move forward in life. <\/p>\n
Mercury retrograde is not meant to be a time of struggle. It is meant to be a time to rest and rejuvenate your mind, body. and spirit. And, to review your goals along with reflecting upon where you want to go from this point forward in your life. Renew the light within you by bathing in a waterfall of white light each day. This refreshing light takes away stress, tensions, and other undesirable energies. Plus, it fills your back up with new white light to rejuvenate and refresh you on all levels of your mind, body, and spirit. From all of us in the angelic realm, we send you our love and support. Thank you Archangels Michael and Metatron for this guidance. Channeled by Brenda Lott<\/em><\/p>\nHow to Handle Mercury Retrograde<\/h2>\n