Think of Mercury retroshade as the prelude to the main act and the end credits. Two weeks before and two weeks after the actual retrograde, Mercury is in its shadow period. Now you know why you could feel a little weird before the planet truly begins to travel backwards!
The planet often moves more slowly before Mercury retrograde and more quickly after. All planets, not just Mercury, experience pre- and post-shadow phases, which each have their own astrological mysticism.
It’s not unusual to get a preview of the event before it happens, which can be a little intimidating. Mercury is reviewing the same zodiacal moves it made during the retrograde when it is, however, in its post-retrograde shadow. but this time, according to astrologer Nina Kahn, it’s progressing and gaining speed.
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The length of the retrograde shadow
We’re still not out of the woods, but the most recent Mercury retrograde period is finally finished as of Friday, June 3 (phew!). It’s in your best interest to stay on your toes in the upcoming weeks because every Mercury retrograde has a “shadow” period that lasts for two weeks before and after the planet backspins.
Here are some suggestions for handling your relationshipsromantic and otherwiseuntil Mercury retrograde is truly ended, as it is known for impairing communication:
What occurs during Mercury’s shadow retrograde period?
Before (and during) Mercury’s feared retrograde, there’s a cosmic reason you might feel a little foggy-headed or have disagreements with friends, family, or coworkers. As it turns out, the weeks before and following Mercury’s regularly scheduled backspinsknown in astrology as shadow periodscan be just as susceptible to the planet’s celestial antics. The planet of communication wreaks havoc for a few weeks at a time at various intervals during the year.
According to astrologer Lauren Ash, “Generally speaking, we sense things begin to slow down during the pre-Mercury retrograde shadow time.” However, the post-Mercury retrograde accelerates things once more. And when these changes take place, you can experience a brief period of melancholy. Here are some predictions for the Mercury retrograde shadow periods as well as some tips for navigating their turbulent energy.
Can you operate in shadows when the sun is retrograde?
Dark Work Mercury realigned itself to go direct, which is what caused the shadow period that followed Mercury’s retrograde phase. Due to the readjustment, things are still a little goofy at this point. Consider the shadow time as your Monday morning readjusting from the weekend.
How do we get affected by retrograde?
What effect it’s having on your energy levels Expect to have either more or less energy than usual, especially worried energy. will either drain you of your typical vigor, leaving you feeling tired, or fill you with chaotic, scattered energy, possibly leaving you feeling restless, distracted, and agitated.
What transpires following a retrograde?
In other words, it’s our first attempt at the problem, whereas the retrograde is our second attempt at dealing with the same issue. Mercury is aspecting the same degrees and signs now that it is retrograde as it did before the shadow zone. The post-retrograde begins immediately after the retrograde and lasts for two weeks after that. The same circumstances that occurred before the retrograde period must be handled and managed throughout that third pass.
What occurs when Venus is in its shadow phase?
Fortunately, Venus retrograde only happens once every 18 months or so, and it doesn’t happen every year. This happens when Venus starts to slow down and lose speed in the sky, giving the impression that it is actually traveling backward.
Which retrograde are we now in?
January 14February 3, 2022, is the first retrograde period. May 10June 3, 2022, is the second retrograde period. September 9October 2, 2022, is the third retrograde period. December 29 until January 18, 2023, is the fourth retrograde.
What activities should you avoid when Mercury is retrograde?
Ellen Bowles, an astrologer and co-author of Astrology SOS, claims that “we can have technical or mechanical troubles, and our wires can seem crossed in all our channels of communication.” “Planetary retrogrades are occasions for everyone to stop and think. We are being advised to slow down and double-check the details when Mercury is retrograde.” The urge to meticulously examine every last aspect extends beyond the three to four weeks of the retrograde period itself. The same guidelines for what not to do during Mercury retrograde also apply during this time, which lasts for a week or two before and after the actual retrograde. This period is known as Mercury’s shadow phase or “retroshade.”