. This cosmic event will last approximately three and a half weeks , causing communication problems, calamities in travel, and technological issues. It is the firstADVERTISEMENT
During a retrograde, Mercury isn’t actually moving backwards; it’s just slowed down in comparison to the pace that Earth is moving at. Usually Mercury moves faster than Earth, but three or four times a year, the planet moves more slowly than ours. This creates an optical illusion in which we think it’s moving backward or in the opposite rotational spin, but that isn’t the case. When this happens, us Earthlings feel the effects on a spiritual, mental, and physical level.
Sounds fun, right? Well, it gets better: Mercury begins its planetary moonwalk during an “eclipse corridor.” This means that Mercury enters its retrograde zone in between the two eclipses of the season — theon April 8. Therefore we must be mindful of the power our words hold during the eclipses. We’ll even feel this energy brewing before the eclipses commence. The pre-retrograde begins on March 18, the day before theMercury retrograde officially starts on April Fool’s Day.
During difficult moments, we may feel stuck due to a lack of progress or positive change. This can be discouraging, especially if our efforts seem to lead nowhere or result in setbacks. It’s important to be patient and kind to ourselves as we navigate through these vulnerable times. Putting too much pressure on ourselves can cause our emotions to overwhelm us, so it’s best to approach these challenges with a calm and gentle mindset — even though it might be hard to do.
While reminiscing about the past, we may come across information that now seems inaccurate and feel the need to change our opinions. Conversely, we may also have a sense of relief when we finally address long-avoided issues or see the truth in matters. It’s crucial to avoid making impulsive decisions or jumping to conclusions. Gather all the necessary information before reacting.