Aries: Mercury retrograde in your sign from the 1st to the 25th is undoubtedly going to cause panic in the astrology world this week. However, it’s not as bad as some might believe it to be. Consider this a time to focus on yourself, your process, and how well you can maintain your cool and your confidence when things don’t go as planned. It’s good to have backup plans and damage control in mind. Your flexibility will be your greatest asset.
Taurus: When your ruler Venus sextiles Uranus on the 28th, you realize how much you dislike the sense that you are being controlled. You seek fun, excitement and freedom. This can be a time to rebel against something or someone. Meanwhile, Mercury retrograde in Aries from the 1st to the 25th sets your dreams and inhibition ablaze. Don’t let your imagination sweep you away.
Gemini: Your ruling planet mercury makes its semi-regular turn retrograde, this time in Aries from the 1st through the 25th. Naturally, you feel a little off but it’s not as scary as some might lead you to believe. This can be an opportunity to check in on how you manage your emotions. Find balance that won’t suppress or invalidate you but that also won’t send you spiraling.
Cancer: Mercury retrograde in Aries from the 1st through the 25th can bring up stress around work. You might be feeling impatient about the flow of things or might be finding certain coworkers or clients particularly irritating. Practice being pragmatic and letting things go when you can. Focus on the most important aspects of the situation.
Leo: Mercury retrograde in Aries from the 1st-25th can be a cause for panic to some but perhaps we can think of it as an opportunity for growth. This is an ideal time to put yourself in other people’s positions and to gain new insights. Plan ahead, proceed with caution and lead with empathy.
Virgo: This week begins Mercury’s retrograde in Aries from the 1st through the 25th. Emotions can run high during this time. It’s best to confront what comes to the surface and to process things instead of attempting to re-bury them. Mercury retrograde is about finding what is truly sustainable in the long run and refining our focus on what truly matters.
Libra: Your ruling planet, Venus, sextiles Uranus on the 28th in transit that inspires change and realizations. You are no longer content with the mundane and you do not want to give into the false safety of conformity. Mercury retrograde in Aries from the 1st-25th can create interpersonal friction and challenges in communication. It’s best to keep things short and sweet and not push for the answers that you’d prefer but to accept things as they are for now.
Scorpio: You can’t resist stirring up a little controversy with your art when Venus sextiles Uranus on the 28th. Meanwhile, Mercury retrograde in Aries from the 1st-25th has the potential to put a damper on your energy. Take this as a time to slow down.
Sagittarius: Do not text your ex during Mercury retrograde in Aries form the 1st-25th. Nostalgia can blur reality during this time and we can become quite emotionally insatiable or impulsive during this period. Focus on what grounds you and makes you feel independent.
Capricorn: Mercury begins its retrograde in Aries from the 1st-25th where it reminds you to reel things in a little. If you have been working hard in one particular area of your life, this can be a terrific time to take a break and have a more general or broad approach to things. You might find that you are not getting results as quickly as you’d like, which is to be expected. Fear not, things will pick back up naturally at the right time.
Aquarius: When Venus sextiles your ruling planet Uranus on the 28th, you remember that certain conventions can make you feel claustrophobic. This can be a time to examine how to better move in line with your values. Mercury retrograde in Aries from the 1st-25th reminds you to let others have a turn with the microphone.
Pisces: Mercury begins its retrograde in Aries from the 1st-25th this week. While others might fearmonger around this transit, it can really be a time to focus and simplify your approach to your goals. When you feel like you are losing steam or that things are not happening fast enough, remember to forge ahead and have faith and patience.