What is Mercury Retrograde?
In astrology, a retrograde is a time for reframing. As a planet in its seemingly backward spin revisits the path it has just walked, it is an invitation for retracing, reliving, and rewriting. It is a chance for observing things from another perspective. A retrograde asks us to revisit the person we have been and the experiences we have had from another perspective. (Warning: This is the time that a lot of people want to "spin da block" and reconnect.)
Mercury represents the mind. It shapes how we perceive and understand our experiences. The mind forms our beliefs and our perspectives, and it is during Mercury retrograde that we have an opportunity to peer within and observe the patterns, beliefs, and narratives that through which we operate in life. (FYI: During this time, you're more likely to get that apology that is owed to you.)
Mercury also represents communication, and while in retrograde, it is through observing our habitual responses that insights are gained. And it is through allowing more time and space within our communication that we can begin to question and rewrite our inner scripts. (Warning: Arguments, disagreements and miscommunication are common during this time.)
November 25-December 15, 2024: Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius
Our final Mercury retrograde of the year falls under the influence of our final fire sign, Sagittarius. Mercury during this time, retraces its steps through the fires of Sagittarius in a beautiful opportunity to observe the beliefs, philosophies, and cosmologies that frame the way we not only see but interact with life. This Mercury retrograde is also an opportunity to review and renew our beliefs around hope, trust, and faith in ourselves and something beyond us.