Mercury Retrograde Mistakes | What NOT to do
Are you blaming everything going wrong in your life when you hear that mercury is in retrograde? Do you even know what mercury retrograde means? If you don’t know what something means then how can you blame it?
Let’s get something straight here, Mercury has been going retrograde every year, 3 times a year since well before you were born. Taking the time to learn what mercury retrograde means and how it affects your life will help you thrive through these times rather than feeling like mercury’s victim.
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As I post this blog on October 14th 2021, Mercury is currently in retrograde and will be until October 18th 2021 (although you’ll feel the shadow effects until November 3rd). If you are reading this later then a quick little google search with the year and mercury retrograde will tell you if this information is helpful for you right now. If Mercury is currently stationed direct then you might as well save this post for the next time it goes retrograde!
Here are the top 3 things NOT to do when Mercury’s Retrograde…
DO NOT SIGN ANY CONTRACTS
Whether you’ve been working on a project for years, a new opportunity simply landed in your lap, or you’ve been waiting desperately to finalize this contract, do not sign anything… without the proper due diligence.
During Mercury Retrograde things are not as they seem and mistakes are easily made, sometimes big mistakes. If you are quick to rush into signing a contract or trying to finalize a project, or even take action on a new opportunity make sure you slow down. There is no such thing as rushing to wrap things up during mercury retrograde. Mercury governs intellect and logic, so during retrograde you may find that other people aren’t being logical with their decisions, or maybe you find you’ don’t have all the knowledge needed to make the best decision.
If you can, leave the finalizing of the contract to after Mercury stations direct (it’s retrograde for 3 weeks).
DO NOT RUSH TO CONCLUSIONS
Miscommunication is a major problem during Mercury Retrograde. Not everyone is able to share their perspective clearly during this time and it’s easy for you to misunderstand their point of view. The same can be said for you, so over-communication is necessary during mercury retrograde.
Mercury is the ruler of communication, and when the planet is in retrograde it appears to be going backwards when it’s actually moving very slowly. The spiritual significance of Mercury Retrograde is to slow down when communicating with other people because the situation isn’t being perceived clearly.
Everything may not be as it appears to be right now. Patience is necessary.
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DO NOT TRUST TECHNOLOGY
Remember how I said do not sign any contracts? Well, if you were to try and sign a contract right now, not only could there be major miscommunications, but you may also have trouble with the printer, your email, or the website.
This mercury retrograde mistake falls into more categories , not only signing contracts. You may use technology to run your business, or to connect with long-distance family. You could use technology for your education or for your entertainment. Mercury governs technology and how we use technology for communication.
If you are rushing to conclusions and responding to someone via technology (your phone, email etc.) Mercury will do it’s best to ensure your message gets lost or the call doesn’t go through. You are not meant to be communicating with a rushed/reactive response. Now more than ever you need to slow down, check in with yourself and make sure you are clear on your desires and how you can communicate them.
You may notice during Mercury Retrograde that you’re not making these classic mercury retrograde mistakes, but you are still experiencing obstacle after obstacle.
How can you move through mercury retrograde with peace?
You have zero control over the energetic influence of Mercury and when it goes retrograde. The only way you can move through this period is by asking yourself these questions when something goes wrong…
Did I clearly communicate my needs?
Am I trying to rush into something?
Am I seeing this from all perspectives?
Can I take a break and come back to this?
If something is not working out in the way you want it to you have to remember to take a step back and ask yourself how you can carry peace through this obstacle.
Whenever any planet goes retrograde it’s a great opportunity for you to do some Shadow Work. Shadow work is when you choose to shine a light on your fears, worries, doubts, past pains or any of the darkness within that you try to hide from. The more often and more willing you are to look at the shadows the less they have power over you and you can come back to living in soul alignment.
When a planet goes retrograde, like mercury, it’s time to reflect on the themes from that planet and how you show up in that energy. For instance, Mercury is all about communication, so you can reflect on these journal prompts:
What are my strengths when communicating with others?
What are my weaknesses in communicating with others?
How can I create stronger relationships through communication?
Where would I like to get better with communicating?
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I hope you are able to create more ease and grace as you flow with Mercury Retrograde. If you have any questions or want to learn on another spiritual topic then leave a comment below!
Until next time, sending love & light on your journey,
Sydney Smith
Founder of Adventuring with Poseidon Wellness
