All Things energy

All Things energy

Introduction

Benjamin Franklin famously said, “Nothing can be certain in this world except death and taxes.” The author adds a third certainty: Mercury Retrograde.

Mercury Retrograde occurs three to four times each year, and its disruptions are predictable—messing with communication, travel, plans, technology, and creating ripples of chaos. In 2021, there were three Mercury Retrogrades, all in Air signs.

The author approaches Mercury Retrograde not from an astrological perspective but as a Clairvoyant tapped into the Collective Consciousness. Their focus is on energy, spiritual growth, and practical tools to navigate this phenomenon.

Key Themes of Mercury Retrograde

  1. Purpose of Mercury Retrograde:
    • Mercury Retrograde isn’t just chaos for chaos's sake. It has a purpose:
      • To highlight areas where we are unconscious or out of alignment.
      • To offer opportunities for learning, healing, and spiritual growth.
  2. Energetic Impact:
    • Mercury Retrograde works as an unconscious push to evolve.
    • When approached with awareness, it becomes a chance to shift from learning through adversity to growing through conscious energy work.
  3. Patterns by Element:
    • Mercury’s retrograde in different elements (Air, Earth, Fire, Water) impacts people differently, often based on personal astrology.
    • Examples of recurring patterns during Mercury Retrograde:
      • Air signs: Verbal communication issues, unexpected water-related challenges at home.
      • Earth signs: Physical mishaps (stubbing toes, bumping into things), mechanical breakdowns.
      • Fire signs: A pattern of broken objects, particularly glass.
      • Water signs: Emotional or relationship turbulence.

How to Navigate Mercury Retrograde

  1. Track the Patterns:
    • By observing how retrograde affects your life during specific elements and signs, you can anticipate challenges and take preventive measures.
    • For example:
      • If water-related challenges occur during Air sign retrogrades, ensure plumbing or septic systems are checked beforehand.
      • If Earth retrogrades bring physical injuries, practice caution with physical activities.
  2. Explore Mercury in Your Natal Chart:
    • To understand Mercury’s deeper influence, identify its placement in your chart:
      • Locate Mercury’s sign and house to explore how retrogrades impact specific areas of your life.
      • Example: If Mercury is in Sagittarius (Fire sign) in your 2nd House (money and resources), Mercury retrogrades in Air signs might stir financial ideas but could also disrupt cash flow.
    • Tools for deeper exploration: Use resources like Astro.com to create your chart and identify Mercury’s placement.

Lessons from Mercury Retrograde

  1. Simple Lesson:
    • Mercury’s core teaching is to live in alignment with your higher self. This includes:
      • Right living.
      • Conscious awareness.
      • Clarity and certainty in your actions.
  2. Complex Lesson:
    • Retrograde acts as a mirror, retracing paths to uncover areas in life where:
      • Past efforts didn’t work.
      • Current choices don’t align with your higher self.
      • Corrections are necessary for growth and progress.
    • Retrograde provides the opportunity to reassess, realign, and move forward more intentionally.

Practical Tools for Spiritual Growth During Mercury Retrograde

  1. Energetic Awareness:
    • Approach challenges as opportunities for deeper spiritual growth.
    • Shift from reacting to obstacles to understanding their purpose.
  2. Planning and Prevention:
    • Once patterns are identified, plan ahead to minimize disruptions.
    • Example: Address known problem areas (e.g., technology, home repairs, or finances) before Mercury Retrograde begins.
  3. Curiosity and Exploration:
    • View retrograde through a lens of curiosity and self-discovery.
    • Explore how elements interact in your life during retrogrades to uncover unique lessons.

Final Thoughts

Mercury Retrograde is not just an astrological event but a spiritual tool. Its purpose is to:

  • Highlight unconscious patterns.
  • Push you toward alignment with your higher self.
  • Offer a chance to grow through awareness and energy work.

By tracking patterns and approaching Mercury Retrograde with curiosity, you can minimize chaos and embrace the deeper lessons it offers