Many folks end up feeling nostalgic on February 14, and end up texting people from the past - even those who ended up being heartbreakers. Not only is Mercury retrograde notorious for bringing exes out of the woodwork, this one occurs just two days after Valentine's Day.
How can I make the most out of this Mercury retrograde? There will be a shadow period for about two weeks, during which you can reflect on anything that happened during the retrograde and revisit the themes. Mercury retrograde is generally associated with communication and technology breakdowns, nervous tension, travel delays, and lost items. Virgo, an Earth sign ruled by Mercury, is known for its organization skills, which means that Monday is the perfect day to tidy up any messes made during retrograde. Mercury retrograde 2020 begins on February 16, at 12 Pisces and ends on March 9, at 28 Aquarius.
Finally, Mercury retrograde reenters Aquarius on Wednesday, March 4 before the retrograde ends on Monday, March 9, the same day as a full moon in Virgo occurs. People with a lot of Pisces in their chart or signs ruled by Mercury (Gemini and Virgo) will be the most affected. Then, Mercury retrograde officially begins on Sunday, February 16. The planet of communication, thinking, and timing is squeezing in one final backspin before the end of the year, and this time around, it also throws our deepest fears, feelings, and even our future into the mix. This sign is often accused of being cold, though it's also quite community-oriented and the revolutionary of the Zodiac. As if the Autumn 2020 Astrology wasn’t chaotic enough, retrograde Mercury of Autumn 2020 begins on October 13th. Mercury is very happy in air sign Aquarius, which is represented by the water bearer and has a direct and logical communication style. The front-end shadow period of this Mercury retrograde begins on Sunday, February 2, in innovator Aquarius.
If possible, sign any important documents and close any deals that were slated to close during retrograde ahead of time. During this period, not only can you can mildly feel the effects of the retrograde, but it's also a time to prepare and reflect on the time (depending on whether the shadow is before or after). What is special about this Mercury retrograde?īefore and after the official Mercury retrograde period, there is a two week "shadow period" that bookends the experience. Read on to learn what's in store for you during the first Mercury retrograde of 2020. It's different each time, and with a little knowledge, you can even use it to your advantage by correcting past mistakes and steering life back on course. While fear of Mercury retrograde is rampant, there is no cause for alarm.