Mercury Retrograde in Aries and Pisces
Mercury, the planet of communication and intellect, will be retrograde from March 14th to April 7th, 2025. This time around, Mercury will journey through two distinct signs: fiery Aries and dreamy Pisces, creating a fascinating blend of energies.
(all exact dates at bottom of post)
Mercury is spending its retrograde in a part of the zodiac that is extremely active this year: the last degrees of Pisces and the first degrees of Aries. Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac, while Aries is the first. The pairing of this sign highlights the relationship between receptivity and activity, between being and doing. Mercury’s span of time in these signs invites us to do less talking and more listening. We must also silence the chatter so that we can hear our inner guidance about what steps to take next.
It’s also notable that this Mercury Retrograde happens within a Venus Retrograde in the same exact area of the zodiac. So, we are getting a very loud message from the stars to slow down and consider the lessons of Pisces and Aries.
If I could boil it down to one word for each sign, the lesson of Pisces is surrender, while the lesson of Aries is courage. During Mercury’s extra-long amount of time in these signs, we’ll be invited to ask ourselves how these two words inform our lives at this moment.
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Mercury Retrograde in Aries (March 14 - March 29): Communication Combustion
Aries, the sign of the pioneer, is known for its boldness, impulsiveness, and action-oriented nature. When Mercury retrogrades in Aries, we can expect a few communication challenges:
Communication Combustion: Expect to see increased blurting, impatience with slow decision-makers, and a higher likelihood of arguments.
Hasty Decisions: The pressure to act without full information can lead to backtracking and revisions later.
Resurfacing Frustrations: Old conflicts or stalled projects may demand your attention.
Unexpected Delays: Even the best-laid plans can hit snags, forcing you to reassess your approach.
However, we can work with this energy:
Time to Begin Again: Aries energy is perfect for kick-starting projects, but use the retrograde to reassess old starts. This is ideal for revisiting projects and brainstorming new approaches.
Anger as Fuel: Frustration can be motivating! Use it to tackle what you've been avoiding, but plan your approach instead of lashing out.
Mind the Mouth: Think before you speak (or type, or post!).
Embrace the Rewind: See delays as a cosmic pause, letting you catch what you missed the first time around.
Mercury Retrograde in Pisces (March 29 - April 7): Diving into the Dreamscape
As Mercury shifts into Pisces, the energy transforms from fiery to fluid. Pisces, the sign of dreams, intuition, and compassion, brings a different set of challenges and opportunities:
Blurred Communication: Expect misunderstandings, vague language, and difficulty expressing yourself clearly.
Idealization and Illusion: You may be prone to seeing situations through rose-colored glasses, leading to potential disappointment.
Emotional Sensitivity: Communication can become highly emotional, with a tendency to take things personally.
Difficulty with Practicalities: Focusing on details and logic may be challenging, leading to confusion and disorganization.
Yet, we can harness the positive aspects of this transit:
Embrace Intuition: This is a time to tune into your inner voice and trust your gut feelings. Pay attention to your dreams and synchronicities.
Cultivate Compassion: Practice empathy and understanding in your communication. Be gentle with yourself and others.
Creative Expression: This is a fertile time for artistic pursuits, journaling, and exploring your imagination.
Spiritual Reflection: Connect with your spiritual practices and seek deeper meaning in your experiences.
Forgiveness and Release: Use this time to release old hurts and resentments.
Remember, Mercury Retrograde is a time to slow down, reflect, and reassess. It's not the best time to launch new projects or make major decisions. Instead, use this period to wrap up loose ends, clear your mind, and connect with your inner wisdom. Stay grounded and stay connected. This retrograde is a chance to gain new perspective and to re-evaluate your communication and life goals.
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Mercury Retrograde Dates
-Pre-shadow: 3/1 - 3/14
-Mercury stations retrograde in Aries: 3/14
-Mercury re-enters Pisces: 3/29
-Mercury stations direct: 4/7
-Post-shadow 4/7 - 4/26
