Mercury retrograde: how to navigate it mindfully

Although Mercury Retrograde has only become a popular topic in wellness circles in recent years, it was first introduced in the mid-1800s.^NSCentury, a time when farmers also synchronized their planting schedules with the patterns of the stars. Today, however, astrologers reveal that Mercury Retrograde can impact our modern lives beyond agriculture. From communication and planning difficulties to problems with new ventures to problems with technology (like the Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp blackout on January 5th).^NSOctober, in the middle of Mercury Retrograde!) Mercury Retrograde is said to affect us all in a similar way. Read on to find out how to navigate this difficult planetary time. However, if one thing is certain, take the advice of Paul Greenberg from (link removed) and adopting a digital detox could be the best medicine.

Whether we're approaching, in the midst of, or recovering from Mercury retrograde, it's good to know what this phenomenon is and how to manage it all year long. Read this guide below to help you get a handle on everything:

What is Mercury Retrograde?

According to astrologer Susan Miller, Mercury in Retrograde refers to a specific time when Mercury appears to be moving backwards (though it does not literally change direction), causing a profound shift in energy here on Earth. Susan explains;"Because Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun, its orbit is much shorter than Earth's. About three or four times a year, Mercury speeds past Earth, and that's when we experience a Mercury retrograde period. If you were in a car and another car was driving past you, you could tell it was going faster than you. But when it slowed down and then you passed it, it seemed like that car was actually going backwards. If that When another car accelerates and passes you again, it kicks up all the dust on the road. When Mercury flies by, it is like a train flying by, creating a powerful, turbulent “gust of wind.” The turbulence and disruption that Mercury creates when it retrogrades can impact our daily lives on Earth.”

During these three or four times a year, we are warned that the aspects of life over which Mercury rules can be challenging and that we should pause or be very careful in all areas of communication, including listening, speaking, learning, reading, editing, researching, negotiating, selling and buying, as well as entering into contracts and leases and anything to do with technology. If you have already explored the (link removed) diary,10 minute moon rituals,or the (link removed),You will understand how powerful the planets around us can be. While it may feel frustrating and threatening, the parts of life that Mercury rules are also the ones that stress us out the most. So keep in mind that Mercury retrograde periods provide us with a natural and vital moment to pause.

Take time to ‘Re’……

Mercury retrograde is said to rule over all actions that begin with “re,” as in “reflect,” “repair,” “revisiting,” or “reorganize.” Since we are in both Mercury retrograde and the fall season, this is the perfect time to turn our attention to our fundamentals and personal life. Focus on reorganizing and decluttering your home and use the Crystal Fix guide to harmonize the energy of every room in your home and attract abundance, joy and serenity. To practice reflecting, use the Write It Down, Let It Go Journal, which is also effective for processing and reducing stress and anxiety. You can also practice reflecting by using the School of Life Gratitude Card Set, which “reminds” us of the many reasons we need to be grateful. Of course, this is also an important time to “relax” and “restore”, which we will dive into next…

Relax & recover

With all the uncertainty and warning signs surrounding Mercury retrograde, this is a time to intentionally pause. (With so much information out there, what weshouldn'tAt this time, you may just feel like hibernating under the wool blanket Manduka Whatever!) It's easy to rush through life and feel the pressure to get through the week in a state of stress and exhaustion, but if we follow the advice of astrologers, we are encouraged to take a step back from the dynamics of everyday life and think carefully about our decisions. If you're looking to book an event or adventure, astrologers advise us not to make any bookings until Mercury retrograde is complete this month (after October 18th).^NSif you are reading this in 2021).

It is said that anything we plan or book during a period of Mercury Retrograde has the potential to change or go wrong, so slowing down before committing is highly recommended. If your mind is in a constant state of "go-go-go," choose to add more restorative exercise to your week with the Yogamatters Daisy Print Buckwheat Bolster, Matching Daisy Print Eye Pillow, and Organic Cotton Yoga Blanket. Write down your upcoming plans in the Positive Planner before booking them so you can refer back to them at a later date when Mercury Retrograde is over.

Throughout this powerful period of astrological change, how will you take time to pause, reflect, repeat, rest, and restore until Mercury Retrograde is over?

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