Bring it Down to Earth: Mercury Retrograde in Gemini/TaurusThe upcoming Mercury Retrograde in Gemini begins on May 10, 7:47
am EDT/ 4:37 am PDT. This transit will last the much of the month of May,
ending on June 3rd 12:33pm EDT/ 9:33 PDT, going direct in the sign of Taurus (26ยบ
05'). It will enter the sign of Taurus on May 22nd
9:15pm EDT/ 6:15pm PDT and this will change the complexion and feeling of the
retrograde so adjust accordingly.
The planet Mercury, in astrology, governs thought,
communications, ideas, short term travel and concepts. It represents the way we
think, communicate and share our ideas. It embodies how we communicate our
thinking.
The sign Gemini represents the duality of conscious, the
twin aspects of concept and thought. While Gemini can be concise, organized and
thoughtful, it can also be chaotic, capricious and frivolous.
Taurus, in astrology, represents values. At its best, Taurus
can be generous, reliable and resourceful. At its worst, Taurus can be lazy,
materialistic and overly possessive.
While in Gemini, the retrograde will be more challenging,
presenting puzzling concerns and rehashing old issues. With Gemini in Mercury,
the planet of its Rulership, it increases the contradictory aspects of Gemini,
bringing an intensifying of arguments, debates and the search for solutions
During the Taurus portion of the transit, the Retrograde
will ask you to review your values, resources and things you’ve
accumulated. In the coming weeks, you
may find yourself re-evaluating that which you possess and own. Making changes
in your physical environment maybe emphasized. Spring cleaning, yard sales, returning
purchases or repairing/restoring things you care about.
Retrogrades are times to address problems but not to fully
resolve them. It the frustrating dilemma of retrogrades. Having an important
matter highlighted but being unable to provide direct remedy. The real work comes once the retrograde is
over.
With Mercury’s reversal, devices that aid communication and
thought tend to go haywire. Electronic devices (phones, TV’s computers, and
electronics) might malfunction at this time. Because Retrogrades are notorious
for upsetting our plans, you should afford yourself extra time, a sense of
humor and a large measure of tolerance. Because of its effect on spoken communication,
watch for being inflexible, stubborn or obstinate in arguments or discussions
at this time. Such attitudes could backfire against you in the coming
weeks. Along the Venus and Saturn
Retrogrades, watch out for petty arguments and the unwillingness to compromise
as it may rebound against you.
There are activities that tend benefit from Retrogrades.
Existing creative endeavors tend to do well. Strive to complete those kinds of
projects and works. Spiritual and metaphysical practices, which connect us with
our inmost selves, also fare well doing retrogrades. Embarking on short term
travel or trips, which shake up daily routines, are also good actions to take
during mercury retrogrades.
From May 10-22
Gemini, some expectation or outcome needs
reexamination. The rush ideas to come maybe far more valuable to conclusion
you’ve already reached. that prove most constructive to your life.
Sagittarius, don’t operate off of old assumptions.
Being open to the unexpected offers new discoveries and new places to play.
Pisces & Virgo, this time may seem
daunting, even downright bafflingly, but this retrograde should offer
perspective and chances for growth and personal development
From May 22nd-June 3rd
Taurus, this transit may test your best laid plans.
Seek to be flexible and if you find yourself having to reconsider something
you’re doing, do so with the understanding that a change course maybe for the
best.
Scorpio, examine current drives and pursuits and
determine if you are well served by them. The early portion of this Retrograde
may ask you clarify what you desire and how you should proceed to get it. In
the next two week may ask you to determine where you need to be committed.
Leo and Aquarius, in the next two weeks some
matter may present itself that will ask you to charge some aspect of your life.
It won’t easy but it should prove worthwhile for every moment you are willing
to devote to it.
The next few weeks Mercury Retrograde will offer significant
and possibly dramatic changes of your surroundings and values. While you
navigate this Mercury Retrograde seek to affirm that which you value, both from
without and within
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