Mercury in Retrograde ... Again

Once again we are in a period of Mercury retrograde.

These phases are common and occur around three times a year. This one is from March 30 to April 23. A retrograde period is when a planet appears to be moving backward in its rotation. It is not actually doing that, but in the cosmic spiral, this cycle will affect some things on Earth.

Mercury rules communications, so that aspect of people’s lives comes under Mercury’s particular influence. Some people find snafus and mishaps in basic communications, while others feel no effects at all.

Generally, you can expect that one or two e-mails may get lost and that the repairman will get the directions to your place mixed up. On the interpersonal level, past relationship partners can pop back up. It is a good time to take care of unresolved business and paperwork.

This retrograde is coming in during , so be on top of that.   With relationships, it is best to be proactive and consider who in your life is still hanging out in your energy and causing you worry, regret or consideration. If you are not able to speak with them personally, you can write them a letter and burn it. Be aware that these letters burn pretty intensely.

You can also write to people who have passed on. It is a way to heal and release. Put everything in the letter that you feel: good, bad and in-between. This Mercury retrograde is also influenced by the general state of the world. Right now, things are pretty intense.

People are still feeling the energy from the disasters in Japan and the wars in the Middle East. There is a slight feeling of discomfort and agitation. For some, the feelings are subconscious, as there has been a disconnect with information overload. Yet there is a subtle, underlying anxiety in the general population.  

It is spring, and people want to get out, relax and enjoy themselves but things feel uncertain. Uncertainty can bring about excess in seeking ways to feel comfortable and balanced. It is normal to want to find consolation in times like; however, some people may find that comfort in drugs—prescription or otherwise—alcohol and activities that may put them out of balance. That word is the key.

A major way to balance is to ground. Usually, connecting to the earth is grounding. However, the earth is still shifting. Geologist say recent earthquakes have been strong enough to move the axis of the planet slightly. These subtle shifts are causing inner discomfort, and people want to feel better. They want to feel safe with the earth and grounded.  

In Mexico they have "worry stones." They are smooth polished onyx stones that have an indentation you can rub when you are stressed. People have carried these types of stones and pebbles since ancient times.  My special remedy is a river rock found in or A simple black stone placed on your abdomen when you are meditating or relaxing can really calm and heal the spirit. Take time to be in nature and be attuned to your inner resources, and it will help you during this retrograde.

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