Mercury Retrograde: 16th February – 9th March 2020
For the first time this year, Mercury goes retrograde on February 16th at 12°53′ of Pisces. It will turn direct stationary on March 9th, at 28°of Aquarius. Obviously, no celestial body can really change its direction– the phenomena known as retrogradation is only an apparent backward movement. However, it has a definite astrological significance. Astrology can show you the best next step. Get your guidance today! With the exception of the two luminaries (Sun and Moon), all planets have their retrograde phases. Mercury for instance stations and turns retrograde every four months and it remains so for approximately 22 days. Mercury is the planet governing our intellect, minds, and communication. Its retrogrades have quite a bad reputation, since they are associated with delays, miscommunications, technical glitches, and moments when the karma of relationships play out. According to traditional Astrology, the retrograde phase of this planet is not favorable for signing contracts, carrying out financial transactions, buying high ticket items, going through negotiations, and starting long journeys. However, Mercury retrograde periods are not all bad news! …