As communicator Mercury turns retrograde until April 7th, we need to be prepared for unexpected delays and a much slower rate of progress overall.
Mercury will shift back into Pisces, where it turns direct on April 7th, and then journeys back into Aries on April 17th.
Aries 21 March – 20 April
Brace yourself for interesting times. Mercury rewinds in your sign, so watch out for moments when you inadvertently trip over your own shoelaces. You could miss an important detail or meeting, leading to delays that affect your personal plans. It can seem as though the cosmos is testing your patience at times. Dealing with a lingering issue? Reverse thinking can resolve it.
Taurus 21 April – 21 May
It can seem like Mercury retrograde has hit the rewind button on your life. Get ready for a blast from the past, as there’s potential for a chance encounter or a desire to revisit old haunts. Use this time to tie up loose ends and find closure on lingering matters. You might also be rewarded for good deeds done in the past. Don’t be surprised if you get an unexpected gift or visit.
Gemini 22 May – 21 June
As Mercury regresses in Aries, you may be ready to shuffle your contact list. Use this time to clear out the cobwebs of your social circle and reconnect with those who it’s essential to know. There’s also potential for a chance encounter with someone you’ve long admired or you’ll want to catch up with long-lost friends. One person you link up with may be a real source of joy.
Cancer 22 June – 23 July
Mercury’s inversion will last three weeks so expect delays, mixed messages, wrong numbers and a need to be patient as events unravel slower than you can imagine. Stay on the alert, as patience and persistence are key during this uncertain time. And yet even in the chaos, your ambitious nature will find a way to move through any static and make progress. You can do it.
Leo 24 July – 23 August
There’s potential for a comedy of errors, Leo. As the planet of talk and thought goes into reverse, it could mess with travel and other key plans. Embrace unexpected detours and potential mix-ups with your trademark flair and accept that it’s all part of this three-week phase. Despite any hold-ups, you’ll still get to star in your own adventure, and you’ll have a few good tales to tell.
Virgo 24 August – 23 September
Mercury your guide planet will begin its backward dance from today, so use this time to heal relationships through honest discussions and heartfelt conversations. Sometimes the best way to tidy up is to clear the air and let go of what’s weighing you down. Purchasing a big-ticket item or making a large investment? Be sure to keep receipts and paperwork as you may well need them.
Libra 24 September – 23 October
You could experience a whirlwind of mixed messages and relationship misunderstandings due to Mercury entering rewind. Even so, you’ll easily handle any romantic embarrassments with your natural charm and diplomacy. At the same time, you might decide to be honest about your feelings if you’ve held something back. It could open a door to fresh developments.
Scorpio 24 October – 22 November
With Mercury retrograde in Aries, it may feel like you’ve hit a roadblock, especially if you urgently need to get things done. There’s a chance of disrupted schedules, misplaced documents and for cars and computers to malfunction. And yet you’ll have the resourcefulness to keep going, which is one of the strengths of your sign. Be prepared, and you’ll easily ace this.
Sagittarius 23 November – 21 December
Get ready for a cosmic throwback. With Mercury slows in Aries, it can feel like the universe is playing tricks with your love life. Expect romantic delays, or perhaps a reunion with an ex is on the astral cards. You can also use this time to hone a skill or rediscover a forgotten hobby. Thinking of cashing in on a skill? Use the coming three weeks to plot your course, then go for it!
Capricorn 22 December – 20 January
It helps to brace yourself for uncertainties. The planet of talk and thought goes into reverse, so there could be delays with property sales and moves. It might seem like someone’s hit snooze and scuppered your domestic plans. And yet every major household project can yield a few secrets, especially if you’re planning to renovate or declutter the attic or the mysterious cellar.
Aquarius 21 January – 19 February
Mercury inversion means it helps to expect a flurry of misunderstandings and one or two frustrating events. Brace yourself for delayed contracts and deals too. It’s not all bad, as this retrograde might also bring unexpected reunions and connections. And you may spot the flaw in a project that once remedied, makes it a total success and one you can be so very proud of.
Pisces 20 February – 20 March
If you experience a cashflow conundrum, it may be down to Mercury’s rewind phase, Pisces. There’s a chance of financial delays, unexpected expenses and other snafus. You may feel that this fleet-footed planet is playing hide and seek with your money. Stay calm, keep your calculator handy and trust in your intuition. Plus, it can be the ideal time for a budget makeover.