The Tamesis
This year, Mercury will make three moon walks across the sky. The planet of communication will be retrograde in the water signs of Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio—in that exact order. As you know, this is a time when exes resurface, things from the past come back to haunt us, misinformation abounds, and travel delays happen; however, it’s not all bad. Due to occasional miscommunication and reactive reactions, this astrological transit unfortunately gets a lot of negative attention when Mercury is essentially slowing down – and so should we. Swim with the calm tide and gently embrace the heavenly atmosphere.
Mercury retrograde in Pisces begins on February 26 at 6:48 AM UTC and ends on March 20 at 8:33 PM UTC. The 23-day retrograde journey asks us to reflect on and celebrate the rhythms of the universe. Thinking about what brings joy and happiness to our lives is a great way to capitalize on the story that begins on February 11th when Mercury enters the pre-retrograde zone.
“This is a perfect opportunity for us to reflect on what has happened in astrology over the past year,” says Gary D’Andre, a spiritual counselor and author of Astrology. You and Me Tarot Cardsexplained. “We are closing the final chapter on aspects of ourselves that will not allow us to be present on our next journey around the sun.”
Tuning down external noise and remaining present is critical to our well-being. There will always be chaos around us, but we must try not to let it affect us. People can put on drama; however, we don’t have to play with them.
“Mercury retrograde involves reflection, reorientation, and reprioritization. Living Mercury retrograde intentionally can lead to many positive experiences. When cycles of dissatisfaction or past experiences resurface, we can make new choices. It’s like a cosmic magnifying glass. We look at the mistakes we made the first time and get a second chance to rewrite the narrative in our favor,” says Makayla McCray, astrologer and author of Mercury Retrograde. Celestial Handbook.
Rather than fueling anxiety, Mercury Retrograde asks us to look at what this period is actually for: slowing down, revisiting partnerships, renegotiating boundaries, and paying attention to patterns that are repeating themselves for one reason or another. Mercury retrograde is a time of disruption that requires attention, not mass hysteria. We will reimagine this phenomenon on March 7, when the “cazimi” connection between the Sun and Mercury retrograde prompts us to sing our own song and avoid conflict.
“Don’t forget, we still have about two weeks after this to get ourselves settled in, so don’t rush it. Enjoy the process and know that you’re starting over again,” DeAndre added. This cycle is called “retrograde” (a term I coined many years ago) and lasts from March 20th to April 9th. The post-shadow period gives us a third turn, allowing us to rejuvenate and evolve.
Read below to learn your personal Mercury Retrograde horoscope:
Aries
This is a divine call from the universe to slow down. Even though you’re used to running at top speed, you find you need a nap every day to keep up. Allow yourself to relax, relax, and be at peace with your emotions.
Taurus
Your core group of friends is focusing their energy on humanitarian causes. Since you have a warm demeanor and want to help others, use this opportunity to give back. It makes your soul feel good because you know you are loving it back and making the world a better place.
Gemini
You are finding your ideal job niche by realigning your previous career ambitions. Recall your goals and reconnect with them to step into the final concept. This mission allows you to find your ultimate purpose, which you have had for some time.
cancer
Escape the ordinary by igniting your aura with a topic you’ve been interested in for a while. You may discover an enlightened version of yourself that encourages you to explore different aspects of life and expand your knowledge and awareness. It’s an awakening that changes your perspective.
leo
Your intuition is off. The reason is that lack of information and manipulation by others confuses your thinking. Listen to what your impulses and intuition tell you. Even if you question your reactions to things, you can always rely on your inner feelings to guide you to clear answers.
Virgo
The old ghost promises to overcompensate for past problems. Consider this a time to learn about the relationship. As long as you set boundaries with them, closure can be cathartic. As long as they play a different role in your life, you might even start to appreciate them.
Libra
The dog days of summer are over, and that’s good news for retrogrades at least. Instead of pushing yourself to your limits, you regain balance and focus on what matters. The fewer things you take on, the smoother your days will be. The harmonious ebb and flow rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit.
Scorpio
Your inner child is calling, reminding you of a creative theory or artistic dream you once had. Ignite your inner strength and try to reimagine it. Now that you have life experience and are wiser, finding a novel approach will inspire you to inspire your vision and make it happen.
Sagittarius
Relationships with family members can be challenging. After a few minutes of awkward conversation, you’ll find that connecting with your family over shared interests ties you together. Once you dig deep and find common ground, this dynamic can have a positive impact that will last beyond the retrograde.
Capricorn
Missed messages may set you back a bit, but they won’t cause problems with your process. When you discover that patience is a virtue, handling things becomes easy. Until you back up your emails and text messages, the whole world can wait for a reply.
Aquarius
Re-evaluating your spending to ensure you have a cushion for a rainy day won’t wreak havoc. In fact, you’re more likely to say no to large purchases in order to build a bank account. However, if you need to buy something that’s beyond your budget, compare prices and shop around.
Pisces
This is an important time to address issues that have been troubling you over the past few weeks. Since you don’t usually talk about your emotional state, talking about how you feel will benefit your relationships and your inner feelings. You’ll be able to express yourself freely and effectively, leading to amazing breakthroughs.
