Preparing for the Next Mercury Retrograde 2025
Have you been feeling a bit off lately? Are you experiencing technology glitches or miscommunications? Have your plans suddenly seemed to go awry? If so, you might be experiencing the effects of a Mercury retrograde. But what exactly does this astrological phenomenon mean, and how can we prepare for the next one?Â
What is Mercury Retrograde?
Mercury retrograde occurs when the planet Mercury appears to be moving backward in its orbit as seen from Earth. In reality, planets don’t move backward; this optical illusion happens due to the varying speeds at which Earth and Mercury travel around the sun. This phenomenon happens about three to four times a year, lasting for about three weeks each time.
How Does Any Mercury Retrograde Impact Us?
During Mercury retrograde, astrologers believe that communication, technology, and decision-making can be affected. This is a time when misunderstandings, delays, and challenges in these areas can arise. It’s a period where we are encouraged to slow down, reflect, and reassess our plans and goals.
Communication
Mercury Retrograde can be fraught with miscommunication and misunderstandings. People may experience difficulty expressing themselves or understanding others, leading to arguments or disagreements. I’ve found that patience in traffic is necessary during this time. I have to remind myself that I will be slowed down by pokey puppies during a Mercury retrograde.
Expect technology malfunctions. If the copier is going to go out at work, it will be during a Mercury retrograde. Phones and computers may experience glitches or outages. Emails and texts may go missing. Texts, especially, could be misunderstood and misconstrued.
Travel
In travel, flights, trains and other transportation could be affected. Luggage goes missing, detours pop up, and unusual, un-thought-of transportative glitches spew all over our travel plans.Â
Be cautious when signing contracts or making important decisions. If you do refinance or sign a contract, be prepared for errors to show up later and revisions to be made. It is usualy a good idea to launch new initiatives or make financial decisions after ther retrograde
Disruptions
Other potential disruptions can be embedded in relationships. You may find yourself reliving past patterns or relationships. Mercury retrograde can bring up old issues or situations that ned to be addressed.
Anxiety and Brain Fog
Many people observe that they feel especially stressed or anxious for no reason. The retrograde days, including days before and days after can be times of heightened emotion and angst. As a result, there may be many misunderstandings with friends and family.Â
My least favorite aspect of a Mercury retrograde can be brain fog or difficulty concentrating. You may find yourself extra sleepy or needing more self-care. Concentrating on contracts is a must because errors in your understanding is most likely to happen during this time.Â
Why Does Mercury Retrograde Cause These Issues?
In astrology, Mercury’s optical illusion is that it moves backward. Yet, it is standing still. Energy that may have been moving quickly now seems to slow to a crawl or stop moving altogether. Along that thought, the pause of energy movement that a Mercury retrograde brings can be a time for reflection, review, and course correction rather than a time for making major decisions or starting new projects. Like a damn or locke suddenly closing off water, the water causes a splash and disruption when it is forced to stop.
Some believe that Mercury retrogrades stall in energy actually shift the energy inward, prompting introspection and a focus on the past. And for those who are sensitive to energy shifts, a sudden halt may feel like an energy rollercoaster dip.Â
What Should You Do to Prepare for the Next Mercury Retrograde?
Awareness is preparedness. While Mercury retrograde is often associated with challenges, it’s also a time for introspection and reflection. Here are some tips on how to navigate this period effectively:
- Practice Mindfulness: Be aware of your thoughts, words, and actions. Think before you speak or act to avoid misunderstandings. Meditate before your day begins with the intention to move slowly, even when your thoughts feel like they are racing. Be the strength in the room instead of the weakness by staying aloof and alert.
- Double-Check Communications: Before sending emails, texts, or important documents, review them carefully to ensure clarity and accuracy. I once tried to refinance a house during a Mercury retrograde. I was not able to make everything happen. The last day came, and my husband was in a rehabilitation facility during COVID-19. I just wasn’t able to pull everything together. Yet, they did refinance my house later once the retrograde passed. Somehow, once that energy cleared, the contract went through just as we had discussed. Go figure.Â
- Avoid Making Major Decisions: It’s best to hold off on making significant decisions, signing contracts, or starting new projects during Mercury retrograde. Instead, focus on planning and preparation. Double-check and triple check anything of importance.Â
- Stay Flexible: Be open to changes and unexpected events. Adaptability is key during this time.
- Use it as a Learning Opportunity: Reflect on past experiences, revisit old projects, and reconsider your goals. Mercury retrograde can offer valuable insights and lessons.
Mercury retrograde is a fascinating astrological event that can impact our lives in various ways. While it’s often associated with challenges and disruptions, it also presents an opportunity for growth, introspection, and course correction. By understanding the effects of Mercury retrograde and taking proactive steps to navigate this period mindfully, we can make the most of this cosmic phenomenon and emerge stronger and wiser. So, the next time you feel the effects of Mercury retrograde, remember to slow down, reflect, and embrace the opportunities for growth that it brings.
Peace, Y’all–Leah
