Audio above is a short edition podcast. The new music is by Yasa, my musical collaborator who also composed the theme for the 2012 Spring Report, which is now available.
Today is Monday, March 12. Mercury stations retrograde in fiery Aries at 3:48 am EDT (did the time change catch you off-guard this year, too?) The Sun is in late-Pisces for this event, which means we’re nearing the end of the zodiacal year and about to begin a new season. The Moon in Scorpio is giving a deep, emotional tone to today’s proceedings, so keep your finger on the pulse of those currents. There are a few planets giving us a little extra something to watch during this Mercury station, so your awareness of your emotions will serve you well.
First, some general housekeeping regarding how to handle a Mercury retrograde to best effect. Even if you’re familiar with the basics, a quick refresher can be just the thing to keep your day (or next few weeks) on an even keel. This is especially true because Mercury is stationing retrograde close to Uranus in early Aries, and will be passing by the Cosmic Light Socket again soon.
This could take shape in your life (that is, your mind — Mercury is the planet of mind) as a distraction of some sort. In fact, if you find yourself coming up with some surprisingly brilliant idea in the next few days, consider tucking it away for a few weeks – or perhaps try a smaller-scale version of it if you just can’t wait. The voltage could be a little high on the full-scale version now. If you read the Daily Astrology last week, you may recall the note that great ideas often come in layers with regard to Mercury conjunct Uranus, which will have three exact contacts by the end of the whole retrograde process. It’s a great opportunity to build on or fine-tune what you’ve come up with.
Beyond that, remember that communication – and your perception of communication – can be compromised in these weeks. Listen carefully; don’t assume someone got your email or that you’re interpreting the tone of another’s email accurately; be mindful and check in rather than assume anything.
Mercury also relates to travel. So, double-check your reservations, ticket dates and times, and your route before you leave the house. Give yourself a bigger cushion of time than usual to get anywhere, and be familiar with alternate routes before you actually need them. Chances are you won’t, but the peace of mind it gives can allow you to focus on what’s at hand.