Mercury Retrograde in Libra Horoscopes
Relationships feel the heat as Mercury travels backward this fall
Ready or not, here comes Mercury Retrograde! That’s right, the planet that rules communication, perception, and thought will enter its last retrograde phase of the year starting September 17, and will remain napping until October 9. This particular cycle will occur in the relationship-oriented sign of Libra. As a result, rethinking partnership themes and decisions connected to a “we” situation will likely dominate.
Aries Horoscope (March 21 – April 19)
For you Aries, it really is all about a re-evaluating a relationship during this Mercury Retrograde phase. Mercury will challenge you to second guess yourself in just about any scenario that has to do with you and your mate. Are you truly ready to commit to someone? Is this really the right person for you? Are you having second thoughts about a recent decision you and your partner made together? These are only a few of the many questions that are likely to come up now. Instead of searching for answers, do yourself a favor … keep asking the questions. Once Mercury turns direct you’ll find clarity to move forward.
Taurus Horoscope (April 20 – May 20)
As Mercury backtracks through your 6th House of Work, you might have a golden opportunity to modify a project that you feel needs a bit of polishing. If you put your nose to the grindstone and use your colleagues as sounding boards, you might find that someone on your team has a different perspective that could actually work better than the approach you’ve taken thus far. Be open to suggestions.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – June 20)
Matters of the heart will come up for review over the next few weeks, Gemini. On a typical day you’re the type who fully engages in one perspective in the morning only to change your mind by the evening. Now that Mercury is retrograde in your true love sector, making a decision about or with a lover could be extra challenging. Do what you do best and go with the flow. An ex might also reappear. Handle with care.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – July 22)
You might second guess something connected to your living situation over the next few weeks. Do you and your roommate really get along well enough to continue living together? Should you and your partner buy that dream house or renew the lease to your current apartment and keep saving? Another possibility is that you and your clan will have a family decision looming over you. It’ll be difficult to navigate since too many cooks will be in the kitchen. Do what you can to simplify.
Leo Horoscope (July 23 – Aug. 22)
This will not be your time to sign contracts, make important new decisions, or even to purchase a car or pricy electronic device. Sure, these are usual Mercury Retrograde rules, but in your case they will apply in an extra significant way. That’s because Mercury will backpedal through your 3rd House of Communication, adding an extra layer of confusion to your mindset. Use the time to work through those cobwebs inside your head so that after Mercury turns direct, you’ll trust your mind fully.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug, 23 – Sept. 22)
Mercury Retrograde in your 2nd House of Income and Possessions might be a great time to make a thorough assessment of your income against your expenses. What you find will likely make you want to revise your budget in a way that is more logical than ever before. If you share a major possession with a partner such as real estate, a piece of an art, or even a coin collection, you might have trouble deciding whether or not you should keep it or sell. Don’t commit either way until after Mercury turns direct.
Libra Horoscope (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)
Congratulations Libra — you’ve won the jackpot of confusion! OK, that might not sound like a prize after all. Still, if you manage to work with Mercury Retrograde through your sign you might discover that the mental acrobatics of ups and downs put you in a place where you finally surrender to not knowing. Spend time in that space between clarity and confusion instead of running away from it. You’re likely to make a great mental breakthrough as a result.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)
This will be a great time for you to meditate, practice mindfulness, or simply journal without any mental agenda. Every part of our bodies requires a bit of rest and relaxation at some point, and the brain is no exception. You might realize that you’re more than a little bit mentally exhausted and that you need a time-out from all the noise around you. Go within and give yourself permission to not have all the answers for once. It’ll make this retrograde phase feel like a mental vacation.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)
Don’t engage in messy conversations with friends over the next few weeks. You’re likely to feel misunderstood or even worse — second guess whether or not you and a pal are really intellectual equals anymore. Mercury Retrograde through your friendship sector isn’t a good time to make firm decisions about your social life, but it’s a great time to reconnect with old pals you haven’t seen in a while.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)
A confusing decision related to your career is likely looming over your head like a dark cloud now that Mercury is retrograde in your 10th House of Profession. Instead of rushing to make any changes, allow your options to simmer over the next few weeks. If you have a vital conversation with someone in a high position scheduled, see if you can push it off until after October 9. If not, be patient and don’t expect firm outcomes or progress. Any delays will likely prove to be a blessing in disguise.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)
You might not have the easiest time over the next few weeks if you’re trying to rush through learning material necessary to gain a license, certification, or advanced degree. If you’re preparing a thesis or other major intellectual project, this will be a great time to comb through your work and repair any holes you discover. Sure, it’ll feel like you took a giant step backwards but in the end you’ll be extremely proud of your work.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb. 19 – March 20)
It’s not always easy talking to your partner about financial matters. Now that Mercury is retrograde in your 8th House of Shared Resources, making decisions together about money could be extra frustrating. If you find that you’re in a major disagreement over how to allocate funds or whether or not to cash in an investment, step away from the discussion. Agree to disagree while you each make it a point to fully re-evaluate the other’s points. After October 9 you’ll find it much easier to meet each other halfway.
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