
It may be disorienting to feel incredibly disorganized and indecisive one day and extremely sociable and clear the next, but at least it’s better than being unable to communicate. Because the sun’s ingress (when a planet changes signs) is typically positive and Mercury retrograde is usually negative, this means they will push and pull at each other. Since both Mercury and the sun are in Libra, these astrological events occur in the same houses for each sign. While this is generally a time of misfortune, it pushes us to be more understanding of one another and put conscious effort into the clarity of our words.

Mercury rules over communication and intelligence, so the most notable effects of Mercury retrograde are forgetfulness, misunderstandings and unclear communication. When a planet is in a retrograde cycle, their associated personality aspects may become more difficult to navigate. In the astrological sense, planets each rule over an aspect of someone’s personality. A planetary retrograde is an optical illusion in which a planet looks as if it is moving backward. Libra season can also force us to yield our own desires just to restore peace.Īt the very end of the week, Mercury begins its retrograde period.

Libras seek fairness, but not every issue has a clear and just solution. However, this same perspective shift is also Libra season’s biggest challenge because we can become very indecisive. Libra season brings compromise and conflict resolution as we are more inclined to examine perspectives other than our own. The most unique characteristics of Libra season are peace and harmony. For the past month, Mercury retrograde in Libra has been wreaking havoc on us, stirring up drama in our relationships. You may also feel more creatively inspired at this time. This is a great time to socialize, meet new people and deepen your existing relationships. In 2021, this cosmic event will only happen three times, with the first having already occurred on January 30, the second on May 29 and the third Mercury retrograde starting on September 27.

This time is known as Libra season and it stretches for the whole time that the sun is in Libra (about one month). To learn how I write these horoscopes, check out my explanatory column here. For the fullest reading experience, please read this section first before skipping down to your sign.

It is better to prepare for it rather than doing it and to move ahead later with the direct phase of Mercury. During a retrograde period, it is not a good idea to push forward any practical venture.
