Mercury turns retrograde today until December 30th. Our minds are turned inward, we become more reflective and introspective. But life goes on, so the end result is that normal outward communications become much more scrambled. We are not speaking, writing or designing as clearly as before; and, whoever is our intended recipient is not receiving as well either. Misunderstandings build up and frustrations and tensions result in what appears to be a breakdown of “messaging”. This need not be.
Instead, use this time to re-examine your thoughts, ideas, and plans. Repair your thinking and use this opportunity for introspection. Mercury is actually closer to us during these retrograde periods, (3 weeks in duration, 3 times in a year), so its power and influence should be strengthened. Many individuals find that these periods are often filled with a flurry of activity and much progress can be made in improving our thinking.
Till the 18th, Mercury retrogrades in Capricorn, so we need to re-examine our thoughts regarding authority and responsibility. Then, till the 30th, Mercury moves through Sagittarius helping us to question and look more deeply into our beliefs and assumptions.
When it comes to the day to day necessity of staying connected with others, just make certain to be more careful in both sending and receiving. We can make mistakes at anytime; it just seems more likely at this time because we are all under the influence of this change of direction.
Also, we will communicate something of value today thanks to Mercury sextile Venus. The productive combination of these two inner planets means that our appreciation of and thoughts about beauty, grace and love will turn out well.
Talk about what you care for, enjoy the arts, and share loving thoughts with friends and family. You will find greater meaning in something or someone today.