The beginning parts of this retrograde is going to flip things for some in a way that they may never recover. It isn’t an omen – change is good. This isn’t about death or war.
This is about accessibility, comfort and karma.
Retrogrades are often seen as bad times. Things break, you lose your job…you break up with someone.
But Mercury retrograde is about cleaning house. The best thing to do during a retrograde is reorganize. Throw out clutter, give away clothes, straighten up your closet. However, this Mercury retrograde lands in the zodiac known for comfort. Cancer.
This is about moving forward, and letting go. Accessibility to yourself and other aspects that people like to cling on to should now be limited, and so it can shift in your favor because of that.
Not everyone deserves a seat at your table. Your kindness cannot fix a cruel heart. So many people have ulterior motives, and this is where retrogrades shine. If things fall apart – they weren’t meant to be. You can replace a broken phone or your favorite cup. These things happen when you’re pretending you don’t see the bigger picture. But you cannot replace yourself.
A lot are stepping out of this retrograde with something they greatly deserved. So during this time, here are a few things I recommend.
Crochet. Today is a great day to start. It helps ease your mind, and you slow down with the regression of Mercury for the time being.
Reading. Find a good book and lose yourself. Maybe two or three. Do not try fixing anything, now is the time to ease your mind.
Art. Painting, especially. Keep a sketching journal during this time. Visit an art museum. All of these activities don’t require force, or control.
Meditation. I always place myself in a field of wild flowers. Or by the ocean. Or at the cusps of time. Any place will do. But your focus is to slow down during these times.
I also recommend keeping your daily affirmations of protection. While you may understand what’s going on, others are fixed on not understanding you or anyone. Plan out the next few days ahead of time. Take your time. Listen to slow going music. And be prepared to repeat yourself.
July 23 holds weight due to those who deserve it.