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Mercury Retrograde FAQ
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Mercury Retrograde is one of the three or four times of the year that Mercury seems to be moving backward, from our point of view here on Earth. It also seems to bring miscommunication, complications and stress ... but that, too, just depends on your point of view! So, is it really that bad? To find out, here are the answers to all of your Mercury Retrograde questions.
Mercury Whatrograde?
Often abbreviated as "Mercury Rx," Mercury Retrograde is the three-week period when Mercury -- known as the messenger planet -- appears to move in reverse. Since Mercury is closest to the Sun, its orbit is shorter, allowing it to cover more territory faster. So when it passes by Earth on its orbit, it seems to be going forward. When it loops back around the Sun, it appears to be moving backward, but still ahead of us in its orbit!
What's the Big Deal?
Since Mercury is the planet representing communication and motion, when it goes retrograde, there is a sense that movement-based things -- such as communication, travel, traffic, or business negotiations -- are interrupted and slowed. Cars break down, calls get missed, people say the wrong things at the wrong time. Energetically, it can feel as though the universe is blocking your efforts at progress.
What's it Like?
It may be hard to find the path of least resistance in thoughts, movement, expression or travel. You endure dicey conversations, get stuck in unexpected traffic jams or find frustration in communicating with your spouse. You may feel tangled or confused. As the word "retrograde" alludes to "re-do" or "re-think," the theme of retrofitting or redoing occurs. You may need more intentionality -- strengthen relationships, repeat instructions and rebuild foundations.
How Do I Beat It?
You can't demand life to flow more smoothly while Mercury's in retrograde. Double-check your work beforehand, set plans in advance and be willing to repeat yourself. Mercury Retrograde is a reminder that we're not as almighty as we think; peaceful surrender is the best weapon against Mercury Retrograde. Go with the flow and take each challenge as an opportunity to meditate on the unpredictability of life.
Moving Backward with Mercury
Like we said, Mercury Retrograde is a good time to be introspective and to look, not just at your past, but also your past lives. The Edgar Cayce Past Life Report is based on years of research by astrologer and Cayce scholar Ry Redd. This uniquely inspiring report will help you understand how you came to be the person you are! It's based on the energy of all of the planets in your birth chart, including Mercury. Start Your Edgar Cayce Past Life Report.
What About Me Personally?
Everyone experiences Mercury Retrograde differently. If you are exceptionally balanced and organized, you may barely notice its influence. However, if you slacked off on car repairs or forgot to pay your phone bill on time, you might find that life gets a little crazier and more frustrating than usual. Don't stress over bumps in the road -- if you pull your hair out when you miss your train or lose your cell phone signal, it's going to be a long 22 days!
Does My Birth Chart Matter?
Yes. If you have strong Mercury aspects in your chart or were born while Mercury was in retrograde, your experience is likely to be more intense. Similarly, if you don't have much Mercury activity in your chart, you will feel less effect. A personalized Solar Return Birth Report reveals your Mercury influence. This knowledge helps you plan for success when Mercury rolls around again ... as it does 3 times a year, every year.
Is Each Retrograde Different?
Each episode of Mercury in retrograde is different; it depends on what sign Mercury is in when it happens, and your sign! For example, if Mercury goes retrograde in early July while the Sun is in Cancer, and your Sun sign is in Cancer, then that Mercury Retrograde period may affect you more than someone with a Sun sign in, say, Libra. Look at your astrological birth chart and compare it to upcoming retrograde periods.
Babies Born in Mercury Rx?
If you were born during a Mercury Retrograde period, you may have trouble saying things gracefully. This might make you more contemplative and analytical; the resulting think-before-you-speak instinct is certainly an asset. However, your personal birth chart demonstrates exactly how Mercury influences you. Retrograde babies with several positive Mercury aspects in their chart can still be excellent communicators.
Take on Mercury Retrograde
There's no reason to be afraid of Mercury Retrograde. In fact, for those who know how to prepare for it, it's a chance to shine. If you're ready for Mercury Retrograde's challenges, your positive talents will shine through while the rest of the pack is still just struggling along. But first you need to discover which of your talents are strongest with a Numerology Talents Profile!