Mercury retrograde motion

The beginning of 2025 is blessed with the retrograde motion of all nearby planets. If we lived on the Sun, we would not see the retrograde motion of the planets in the sky around us. From the perspective of the Earth, we periodically see the planets moving backwards (although in reality they travel without stopping and, moreover, without turning back). We started 2025 with the retrograde motion of Mars, which barely started moving directly on February 24, when Venus began moving backwards on March 2. Venus will only start moving directly on April 13. And in this dance of the planets, Mercury also intervenes with its retrograde steps from March 15 to April 7.

Astrologically, the retrograde phase of the planets means a review, an examination of the path taken, an assessment. The usual course of the energy of the planet's activity is paused in order to dot the last "i", learn the last lessons, eliminate the consequences of inconsistencies. This is a cosmic second chance to complete what had to be done. The retrograde phase is necessary before preparing for a new purified restart, when the planet begins to move in a straight line again. Therefore, it is not surprising that at the beginning of 2025, during the cosmic review of many areas, there is a feeling of "trampling in place", change of mind or even confusion in one's desires, indecision in actions.

Mercury in astrology symbolizes intelligence, mental activity, ideas, information, knowledge and science, their transfer, learning processes, communication, as well as socializing and various relationships. Mercury is also associated with documents, transactions, trade, small business, crafts, movement, transport, travel, technology. When Mercury moves retrograde, these areas begin to operate in review mode, related processes proceed more slowly, various related matters and issues are paused. People or situations from the past often return, we face the consequences of our actions. Mistakes are made or found in documents more often, it is more difficult to communicate, communication or communication tools, technology get stuck, misunderstandings arise "on the spot". Couriers are late more often than usual, parcels get lost, addresses get confused, schedules change.

In today's fast-paced social world, all this is very annoying! However, this is a necessary moment for a kind of pause. Such periods have their own meaning. In order to start something new, it is always good to let go of something old, no longer useful, to free up space for new potential. This is a time of hygiene of thoughts, information, communication, relationships - the entire mental field. In general, during the Mercury retrograde period, it is favorable to conduct a revision or audit, to sort out unfinished business, to stop and listen, to make a choice. Unexpected or unplanned situations that occur teach us attentiveness, patience, compassion and acceptance.

Yes! Mercury retrograde is favorable for:

· Finish the work you started

· Return to unfinished or postponed tasks

· Review plans, check activities or existing agreements, commitments, goals

· Evaluate the value and appropriateness of decisions made

· Settle old accounts, pay off debts

· Finally meeting people I haven't seen in a long time

· Visit places you've wanted to return to

· Clean out closets, shelves, pantries...

· Organize or systematize documents, notes, data on a computer or phone

· To repair, to improve something

· Engage in self-development, mental hygiene practices, and learn flexibility

· Analyze your inner world, perform self-reflection

· Return to your roots

During Mercury retrograde, it is less favorable to:

· It is better to postpone decisions on important issues until after Mercury begins to move in a directive manner.

· It is better not to initiate new projects.

· Not signing important documents or contracts

· If you inevitably have to prepare or sign documents, check them more carefully and responsibly.

· It is better not to initiate new acquaintances, not to start new relationships

· Do not buy small appliances, vehicles, or other important purchases.

· Don't travel to new places

· Don't rush, don't force yourself, don't get distracted (it's better to look for antidotes to anxiety)

Mercury moves retrograde 3 times a year.
Retrograde periods for 2025:

2025-03-15 – 2025-04-07 Mercury retrograde in the sign of Aries, from March 30 in the sign of Pisces.
2025-07-18 – 2025-08-11 Mercury retrograde in Leo.
2025-11-09 – 2025-11-29 Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius, from November 19 in Scorpio.

Mercury retrograde affects all zodiac signs. Its impact depends mostly on the position and relationship with the personal birth horoscope. In general, representatives of the signs of Gemini and Virgo, ruled by Mercury, may feel the effects of the retrograde Mercury energy more clearly. And the Mercury retrograde periods of 2025 will be felt more by representatives of the signs of Aries, Pisces, later Leo, and at the end of the year - Sagittarius and Scorpio.

Observe these periods and write down your personal experiences. This is great material for all Mercury retrogrades ! You can create individual advice for yourself for the future. In addition, “writing” your thoughts on paper can be one of the useful practices during retrograde periods. Most importantly, remember that purity of mind and heart, even in chaos, creates masterpieces, perfect steps in the dance of life.

Wishing you a harmonious period -
Astrologer Eve