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Mercury left his domicile sign of Virgo to enter the following sign Libra last month on the 30th of August, so already we have the planet taking a little step back energetically. Although Mercury is still essentially dignified by triplicity in air sign Libra, he will have taken on a much different meaning for us in our everyday lives. Thinking is less critical and organised while we take on a more relaxed and fair view of the world around us.

Mercury will turn retrograde on the 27th of September right up until the 18th of October. A planet’s retrograde period is when he appears to be moving backwards in the solar system from our perspective on Earth, due to the way their orbital speeds interact. This means that the aspects of our lives symbolised by Mercury may either seem to move really slowly or go a little haywire. These aspects of our lives are communication, correspondence, short distance travelling, accounting and money handling, any legal contracts or documents and the passage of information in general. We may also find we have more miscommunications with our family members and loved ones as well.

Where will Mercury be in your natal chart and which preparations can you take to try to circumnavigate the worst of the effects of the retrograde? Look for your Ascendant sign below and read on to find out.

Aries Ascendant

Miscommunications with one-to-one relationships are most likely during this period, which may be especially true for romantic relationships. It may help to remain as open and clear with your loved ones as possible at this time. Being a little extra understanding may help too.

Taurus Ascendant

Mishaps are most likely to occur at work or whilst organising the most practical things, such as schedules, chores and medication. Employees and service work are also important. Please keep this in mind, while organising things earlier than usual to avoid overlooked details.

Gemini Ascendant

Miscommunications involving children are likely or in any creative processes that are regarded as fun or leisurely, especially the organising parties or celebrations. Please bear this in mind and take some extra care, especially if large groups of people are involved.

Cancer Ascendant

Miscommunications around the home and with close family members are likely right now. Property, land and farming are also highlighted so please bear this in mind. If you’re making any upgrades to the look of your home, just be that little bit extra cautious and give yourself plenty of time.

Leo Ascendant

Delays or misunderstandings with household bills, companies and accounts could happen right now. Emails may be also delayed as may be software or anything done on line. I would also advise avoiding buying a car at this time as short distance travel is highlighted.

Virgo Ascendant

Your talents, your self confidence and your personal finances are the areas of life you could potentially experience set backs during this retrograde. The key now is to take extra care of your personal comfort and your finances at this time and most importantly, be kind to yourself!

Libra Ascendant

Any confusions may be mostly to do with self perceptions, your image or your communications with others. You may feel somewhat more talkative than usual, so please take care to express yourself clearly and calmly, as you’re in danger of blurting things out you don’t mean to.

Scorpio Ascendant

You’ll feel you’re in a bit of a dream world, with some general haziness and mental confusion. Please don’t try pinpointing any specific reason for this, as things may be too obscure. You may also be feeling more imaginative and artistic, which is a positive for you during this retrograde.

Sagittarius Ascendant

Miscommunications are most likely experienced within your social groups, with friends or within any community settings you are a part of. You may feel inclined to jump to conclusions if things appear a certain way, but it’s really best not to judge others and to keep an open mind at this time.

Capricorn Ascendant

It’s best to take care while sharing information with colleagues, your boss or any of your seniors that are linked to your career at this time. Career is the area higlighted for you during this retrograde, so please bear this in mind. Other significations are paternal figures or authority in general.

Aquarius Ascendant

If you’re at university or taking another avenue of higher education, please take some extra care wherever contracts or paperwork is concerned as these are highlighted for you during the Mercury retrograde. Other areas of potential set-backs are debates, politics and philosophical discussions.

Pisces Ascendant

You feel the past reappears around now and especially any old psychological or emotional pain or trauma. This may seem difficult, but please remember things like this may only come to the surface in order to be released and then healed, so be patient with yourself.

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