Mercury Retrograde

On July 18 we entered another Mercury Retrograde period until August 11. It's a great time to take a breath. 

Mercury, the planet of communication, thought and movement, is not really moving backwards. It just seems that way. The planet's retrograde is here to help us re-calibrate. During retrograde, everything it governs slows down or shifts direction. Emails glitch. Plans change. 

Conversations misfire - ugh! But underneath the surface chaos, there is opportunity. 

Where is Mercury in your chart? That is the area of life you will most likely experience some of the challenges. My Mercury falls in the 2nd house of resources, so I am gathering info and taking great care of myself.

This is a time to revisit, reflect, and realign. 

• What story are you telling yourself that no longer feels true?
• Where might you need to speak less — and listen more?
• Is your nervous system asking you to pause before pushing forward?

Instead of resisting the slow-down, soften into it. There’s wisdom in the disruption. Maybe don't make any major decisions. 

Best practices for this retrograde season:

• Re-read before you send. Words carry extra weight right now.
• Re-connect with what matters. Old friends, old dreams, old patterns — all may resurface with purpose.
• Re-center your energy. Meditation, journaling, breathwork… whatever brings you back to you. 

If you’re feeling untethered or uncertain, you’re not alone. These are potent times, and you don’t have to move through them alone either.

 I’m offering sessions that can help you navigate — through intuitive guidance and personalized Vedic insight. 

If you feel called to receive support, I’m here. Let’s meet this moment with presence and intention.

René Quenell is a Vedic Astrologer in Los Angeles, California. Read more for the latest Vedic Astrology updates and insights.