01/30/2021
Welcome to the first Mercury Retrograde of the year!
Remember, this is a power time when we learn how to work with these energies. But first, let’s take a little look into what Mercury Retrograde is all about.
Mercury retrograde happens when it appears to be moving backwards in the sky. Of course, it’s not actually moving backwards but from our vantage point here on earth that is how it appears. When this happens a planet is said to be in retrograde.
The ancients believed that when a planet entered retrograde it was traveling through the underworld or the hidden realms.
Mercury is the planet that rules over our mind so as it travels through the underworld it allows us to connect with thoughts and feelings that have been buried in our subconscious.
It supports us in bringing these hidden thoughts up and out into the light so we can understand ourselves better and connect with a higher truth.
This particular Mercury retro happens in the sign of Aquarius and is activated by both Uranus and Venus. A possible theme for this retrograde may be heart wounds or old relationships wounds.
This is what we may notice coming up for attention. We may find a greater peace, closure, and even a greater compassion in our relationships with others or even ourselves.
If you notice delays or setbacks during this period, take it as a sign to slow down and reflect before moving ahead.
Mercury retrograde is a time for integrating and digesting, rather than rushing ahead into anything new. Work with what’s on your plate already, that is what Mercury Retro is going to support.
Hope that clarifies things and allows you to use this as a power time for self discovery! 💪🥰🌈
Full post here if you want to read more: https://foreverconscious.com/intuitive-astrology-mercury-retrograde-jan-feb-2021/
