🔮 What Is Mercury Retrograde?

    

Mercury retrograde is an optical illusion where the planet appears to move backward in the sky. While it’s not actually reversing, astrologers believe this period affects how we think, speak, and connect.

  

  

    

💫 Common Effects During Mercury Retrograde

    

      

• Delays in travel or shipping

      

• Communication breakdowns and misunderstandings

      

• Glitches in electronics and software

      

• Ex-partners or past issues resurfacing

      

• Difficulty making decisions or signing contracts

    

  

  

    

📅 Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2025

    

Here are the periods when Mercury will be retrograde in 2025. Plan accordingly:

    

      

• January 14 – February 4

      

• May 10 – June 2

      

• September 4 – September 25

      

• December 28 – January 18, 2026

    

  

  

    

🌱 How to Thrive During Mercury Retrograde

    

      

• Revisit and reflect on old plans or projects

      

• Back up your files and double-check details

      

• Postpone big purchases or decisions if possible

      

• Stay grounded with meditation or journaling

      

• Embrace slow, mindful communication

    

  

  

    

🧘‍♀️ Retrograde = Realignment

    

Rather than fearing retrograde, see it as a time to pause, realign, and reconnect. It’s a cosmic invitation to slow down, reassess your path, and strengthen your inner voice.