Mercury retrograde is one of the most talked-about astrological phenomena, often blamed for communication mishaps, technology failures, and travel delays. But what does it really mean when Mercury appears to move backward in the sky?
From an astronomical perspective, Mercury retrograde is an optical illusion created by the relative positions and speeds of Earth and Mercury in their orbits around the Sun. However, astrologers have observed correlations between these periods and certain types of disruptions.
Rather than fearing Mercury retrograde, we can use these periods for reflection, revision, and reconnection with our past.
