You may have heard friends say, “Oh, no— We are in Mercury retrograde!” If you're not interested in astrology, you might have wondered what they were talking about. Of all the planetary aspects, this one seems to get the most attention from readers and certainly generates the most questions.
The reason for their interest is clear - this celestial phenomenon is one of the few that affects us all in a fairly equal way, and its effects are always obvious. Once you start paying attention to how events in your life change during the Mercury retrograde phases, you'll soon see how important it is to take note of them.
Tracking Mercury retrograde periods can help you be more efficient and avoid some of the frustration they can cause. Let's take a closer look at Mercury retrograde and what it means to all of us.
PERIODS OF MERCURY RETROGRADE UNTIL 2030 – see at the end of the article!
Is Mercury really retrograde?
Mercury is not actually retrograde. If you do a little planetary observation, you'll notice that Mercury appears to be moving backwards, just as ancient astrologers perceived thousands of years ago. After some time—in Mercury's case after three and a half weeks—the planet will turn and start moving forward again.
Because Mercury is the planet closest to the Sun, its orbit is much shorter than Earth's. About three or four times a year, Mercury passes by Earth, and that's when we experience it Mercury retrograde period. If you were in a car and another car passed you, you could tell that it was going faster than you. But if it slows down and then you overtake it, it looks like that car is actually going backwards. Then when the other car accelerates and passes you again, it kicks up all the dust on the road. As Mercury passes, it is like a train flying past us, creating a powerful, turbulent gust of "wind" in its wake. The turbulence and destruction that Mercury creates when it is retrograde can affect how we feel on Earth in our daily lives.
In astrology, the following rule is always believed to be true: "as above, so below." This means that there is a strong connection between the orbits in the heavens and human activity down here on Earth. This idea permeates all of astrology and is a concept to keep in mind.
Mercury rules for life
Mercury rules all kinds communication, including listening, speaking, learning, reading, editing, research, negotiation, sale and purchase. Mercury also rules all formal contracts and agreements, as well as important documents such as manuscripts of books or reports, agreements, cases, contracts, rental contracts, wills, etc.
Under the auspices of this planet are also all kinds of codes, including computer codes, as well as transport, delivery and travel. When Mercury is in retrograde, these areas tend to stir or yes get out of control.
Why is this happening?? When a planet moves in the opposite direction, astrologically it is in a state of rest or sleep. Therefore, while Mercury slumbers, the activities it rules are left to their own devices.. Expect a degree of chaos to ensue!
Dos and Don'ts during Mercury Retrograde
Do not make important changes or make important decisions when Mercury is retrograde. Anyway, anything new started during these periods will not be successful in the future - it will be almost impossible to form a well-functioning plan. During a retrograde period, it is difficult to make decisions. Even if a decision is made, it will be subject to change either immediately after Mercury comes out of retrograde or subsequently.
Mercury retrograde periods would not be good times to do anything related to communications, such as starting a website, advertising campaigns, or anything related to writing.
retrograde mercury dates - see bottom of page
These phases are also considered as bad moment to start the new ventures, even if they are not related to communications and technology.
Likewise, the period of Mercury retrograde not the right time for signing contracts and for new agreements. Do not buy a house or sign a lease during this time. Oral agreements are considered the same as written agreements. The environment will be quite volatile, no matter what you are told or what you think.
Not that the people you deal with are necessarily duplicitous. It's just that no one can fully predict what the conditions will be later. If you start a new job, it probably won't be the position you dreamed of. If you are a manager, you will have difficulty selecting the right candidate for the job, so stop the recruitment process if you can. If you are buying a house, problems may arise later that were completely unforeseen.
Do not undergo plastic surgery or other selective surgery when Mercury, Venus and Mars are retrograde
Of course, if you have an emergency, you need to have surgery. Sometimes in life we have a choice about when to schedule a surgery or procedure. In these cases, such as plastic surgery, it is best to avoid Mercury retrograde periods. These are periods where mistakes are more likely to happen.. Your surgeon is just as dependent on Mercury as you are, so wait.
We also strongly recommend avoiding plastic surgery when Venus is retrograde. Venus rules beauty and the whole purpose of surgery is to improve your appearance.
Mars rules the entire field of surgery, so ideally you'd want Mars to be in the best possible shape. It is said that no operation should be done on a part of the body which the sign Mars rules. For example, if Mars happens to be in Capricorn, it would not be the best time to have knee surgery because Capricorn rules the knees. Mars is said to increase pain and swelling. A full moon during surgery will increase bleeding.
Again, let's repeat, if you have an emergency, don't worry about any of these rules - get surgery.
What other specific things should you consider?
As Mercury rules the mail and the transmission of information, be especially careful when sending important documents. If you are sending an email or courier, be sure to call the recipients to let them know that your documents are waiting for them. Otherwise, they may never see them. If you work in an office and need to copy an important document, be sure to take the original with you. Be equally careful who you email - you don't want to send a personal email to the wrong person or send a confidential email to others.
Your client may suddenly change the project you've been working on and give you new instructions that may require you to reject some of the work you've done. Miscommunications abound, so during these times, keep summarizing what you think the other person just told you to prevent any misunderstanding.
Mercury retrograde periods are notorious for causing computers to crash, and machinery, appliances and other electronic devices to show signs of wear and tear that require urgent repair. Back up your computer before each Mercury retrograde period. If you were planning to install new software on your PC or, on your network, wait until the retrograde period is over to do so. Strange things happen during these periods. For example, you may suddenly find that you have been sold a faulty hard drive, even though it has never caused any problems in the past, at least until you created that vital document and your entire computer crashed.
Mercury also rules commerce, so don't buy or sell anything expensive during its retrograde phases. You will often find that the product you want is out of stock. If you do buy something expensive, such as a car, computer, or jewelry, for example, you may regret your purchase later. If you're buying or selling a house, expect problems, mistakes, delays, and obstacles to occur. The only thing you could do is return something you already bought.
Computers, high-tech products, appliances, cars and other machinery and electronics are highly susceptible to Mercury in retrograde. Mercury rules moving parts, so that could be one of the reasons. And yet there are other things going on. You buy an air conditioner and 30 days later you find it is selling for much less than what you paid. It really is worth waiting to buy electronics.
Some people don't travel when Mercury is retrograde, and maybe that would be wise if your trip is for work. However, if you want to see a former client you worked with in the past, traveling during a retrograde is fine. If you're in sales, target former customers during these phases.
Forgetfulness can be a problem during Mercury retrograde.
Copy your passport and give a copy to your family members as well. If you ever lose your passport, you'll have a copy to show the passport office and it'll make things easier for you! Do this today.
During the retrograde periods of Mercury romance is important. Couples tend to make communication mistakes, which in turn can cause a domino effect. Try not to jump to conclusions and continue to strive for clarity of expression and understanding. Your lover or wife may also suddenly change their mind. For example, if your boyfriend or girlfriend says, “I want to break up,” he or she may later say, “No! That's really not what I meant! This is because people don't always think rationally during these phases. Mercury retrograde is notorious for creating confusion.
Note that Mercury is retrograde in three different zodiac signs during the year. If it is retrograde in your sign, delays and disappointments will become even more pronounced than usual. In this case, try to be even more vigilant and repeatedly check all new proposals, ideas, creative solutions. Always go the extra mile to find errors during a retrograde. These periods require a slow and deliberate approach.
The key to the solution to any problem lies in the elements Mercury is in: Fire, Earth, Air or Water
Each year Mercury will favor one element. In 2023, Mercury is retrograde in fire signs, so this tells us that we need to implement completely new, visionary and innovative solutions to emerging problems. Fire signs are extremely creative, as well as bold and innovative.
If Mercury is retrograde in an earth sign (2023), be very practical in finding a solution and strictly adhere to time or budget constraints. Money often plays a big role in both the problem and the answer when Mercury is retrograde.
If Mercury is retrograde in an air sign (2023), many conversations will have to take place, as air signs are highly communicative. Talk to lots of people and do lots of research. Air signs are analytical and modern – you might hear about a solution that's so new, you might not have even known it was possible. Once you've gone through this process, use the answer that seems best to you, and make sure you're being objective and not emotional when choosing it.
If Mercury is retrograde in a water sign, use your intuition. Research can be guided by how questions are asked, so if your research tells you to go down a certain path, but your intuition tells you to reject the research, follow your intuition. Often our emotional intelligence is more accurate. If Mercury retrogrades in a water sign, it's an immediate cue to start listening to that little voice inside.
What if you were born in Mercury retrograde?
Some astrologers say that people born during a Mercury retrograde period are immune from much of the chaos of this phase.
You can find out if you were born in these phases by checking with the many tools online or by consulting a trusted astrologer. The symbol for the planet Mercury will have a small 'R' below it on the horoscope wheel. People born in this phase are said to have a philosophical and contemplative nature that helps them think through creatively complex concepts. Never worry about having a baby during one of these retrograde periods. It's always a good time to have a child.
Is it all bad when Mercury is retrograde? No!
Although these Mercury retrograde periods can be frustrating, they they are often useful as well, since us allow us to reassess, we revise, revise and rethink our plans. Sometimes we rush forward in life without fully considering our basic actions. Mercury retrograde allows us let's stop, to watch, to listen and to redirect energies you are more productive. Mercury also helps us to find a way out for certain situations.
Reconnecting with old friends and relatives is very common during retrograde periods, and this can be one of the most positive and fun aspects of this planet's retrograde orbit. If you hear from an old friend or colleague during Mercury retrograde, trust me – there's a good reason for it. There is probably something the two of you should do or plan together.
We can all benefit from the more careful consideration of situations in depth that occurs when Mercury retrogrades.
PERIODS OF MERCURY RETROGRADE UNTIL 2030
Mercury Retrograde 2022
January 14 - February 3 begins in air sign Aquarius, ends in earth sign Capricorn
May 10 - June 2 starts in air sign Gemini, ends in earth sign Taurus
September 9 - October 2 begins in air sign Libra, ends in earth sign Virgo
December 29 - January 18 in earth sign Capricorn
Mercury Retrograde 2023
See above December 29, 2022 – January 18, 2023 – goes direct in earth sign Capricorn
April 21 - May 14 retrograde in the earth sign Taurus
August 23 - September 15 in the earth sign Virgo
December 13, 2023 – January 1, 2024 in fire sign Sagittarius
Mercury Retrograde 2024
See above, January 1, 2024 goes direct in fire sign Sagittarius
April 1 - April 25 in fire sign Aries
August 4 - August 28 in earth sign and ends in fire sign Leo
November 25 - December 15 in fire sign Sagittarius
Mercury Retrograde 2025
March 14 - April 7 starts in fire sign Aries, ends in water sign Pisces
July 17 - August 11 in the fire sign Leo
November 9 - November 29 starts in fire sign Sagittarius, ends in water sign Scorpio
Mercury Retrograde 2026
February 25 - March 20 in the water sign Pisces
June 29 - July 23 in the water sign Cancer
October 24 - November 13 in the water sign Scorpio
Mercury Retrograde 2027
February 9 - March 3 begins in the water sign Pisces, ends in the air sign Aquarius
June 10 - July 4 starts in water sign Cancer, ends in air sign Gemini
October 7 - October 28 starts in water sign Scorpio, ends in air sign Libra
Mercury Retrograde 2028
January 24 - February 14 in air sign Aquarius
May 21 – June 13 in air sign Gemini
September 19 – October 11 in air sign Libra
Mercury Retrograde 2029
January 7 - January 27 begins in air sign Aquarius, ends in earth sign Capricorn
May 1 - May 25 in the earth sign Taurus
September 2 - September 24 begins in air sign Libra, ends in earth sign Virgo
December 21 - January 10, 2030 in the earth sign Capricorn
Mercury Retrograde 2030
See above, December 21, 2029 - January 10, 2030 in the earth sign Capricorn
April 12 - May 6 begins in the earth sign Taurus, ends in the fire sign Aries
August 15 - September 8 in the earth sign Virgo
December 5 - December 25 begins in the earth sign Capricorn, ends in the fire sign Sagittarius
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