Mercury Retrograde 2022: A helpful guide for the Modern Witch
- nova ravenswood
- Mar 17, 2022
- 5 min read
Updated: Oct 4, 2022
Hey Witches & Magickal people, we hope your day/night is going well for you.... Why because we care and because Mercury is currently in in motion for Retrograde making for one hell of a month... or longer....
In this article we will be taking a deep dive into Mercury Retrograde as a whole as well as dates for the New Year. Lastly, moving on to ideas to mull around that could help you through each one. So sit back, grab a comfy blanket, glasses (if needed) and some Hot Cocoa and learn something new.
First, Mercury Retrograde, ruling communication in conjunction with Technology and all forms of information. This includes how we consume information and convey that information to others. When Retrograde happens the typical flow of energy is then reversed. This means that all of our idea's have a hard time coming to fruition because they seemingly get stuck or twisted in our minds, making it hard or in most cases impossible to communicate.
Retrograde can and does make the "bugs" within our technology like; emails, social media, apps, and other platforms come out and fail us unexpectedly.
Ideas on how to handle Mercury Retrograde
Crystals:
Agates: Reds, Oranges, and Pinks
Amazonite
Aquamarine
Black Onyx
Ways you can use them:
Crystal Grids- Specifically in the am or the early pm
Crystals are great for Daily Tarot Readings to give you a heads up on the coming day or days
Use them for any Mercury Workings
and any way you see fit or what "speaks" to you
Connect with nature if possible
Rain- Rain is a great way to cleanse with the natural Element Water, especially great after a long, crappy day at work. Use the Elements to your advantage.
Snow- Again a Natural Element, you can scoop up GOOD white snow and melt it down in a jar and use it in spells & rituals through the Winter months.
Walks- Especially if you have a dog that loves their walks, this is a great time to think, clear your mind, and make sure to think things through at this time as you do not want to speak before thinking.
Anywhere out in nature is always a plus, I am luck enough to live in the PNW so I always can forge something all year around.
Connecting with yourself
Slowdowns during these next few dreary months is a great time for spell & ritual writing. Accomplishment always feels good even if you struggled to get there. The outcome is always the pay-off.
Keeping a Gratitude Journal is much easier to remember and make time for during this time, you can even write about being grateful for the socks on your feet, because NOT everyone can afford to get them, just remember to be grateful for the little things in life.
Daily Tarot & recording them; Most Modern Witches own at least one Tarot Deck or Oracle Cards. This slow period is a great time to do more readings for you and if possible others so that you can not only achieve more practice but a better understanding of each card. I suggest getting a bidered journal as they are much easier to write in, also I recommend getting a smaller to medium sized one to be able to travel with you... You never know when you might need them.
Lastly, set aside time for just you to take a nice bath or even doing the things YOU like to do. Make your heart smile at you
Clean & Clear your mundane life
Clean out your closet and pre-prepare for Spring. This helps declutter the things you have full control of.
Clean out old unused toys from your kids, sanitize and donate them together, this helps them recognize what to be truly thankful for and teaches valuable life lessons.
Finish projects at work or if you work from home like me then start working towards new goals, write them down and be ready to step out and accomplish them once Retrograde is over with.
Clean out anything that hasn't been used or is of no importance at this time as well as doing some deep cleaning. Once that's finished cleanse your home or apartment with some Sage, Palo Santo, Incense or whatever your method may be. Just as long as you clear any negativity or stagnant energy lurking around.
Don't to it.....
Break up with Partner or Spouse at this time, as we aren't thinking with our common state of mind and once its done you can't undo it. Just think about it or write a Pro's & Con's list and come back to it 5 days AFTER Retrograde and see how you feel then.
Now a days many will tell you to NOT sign any new contracts at this time because your more likely to look over the important stuff. Now Modern Witches will say its fine but always make sure to read the FINE print before signing your life away. (no puns intended).
Shadow Work......
Even if the last day is set, we aren't in the clear just yet. During this period is when Mercury is going Direct, meaning positioning itself back into its usual space and trajectory, but this takes time, anywhere from 10-14 days. So even though most people think their in the clear, in all retrospect they are not
During this "Shadow" period is a great time to deep dive into your own Shadow Work, so that when it's all clear, so will you, giving you a clear mind, insight, and so much more with your own self.
What is Shadow Work? It's simply a time for you to work with your "Dark"side, the side that carries any and all dark thoughts, habits, and patterns. This is good to do as Witches because our ultimate goal is to have a clear & healthy mind therefore being more Magickally inclined.
Best book for Shadow Work is by: Kate Freuler, "Of Blood and Bones". The way she goes in depth and into "Tabu" territory is especially nice, if your into digging deep and delving into why you are the way you are.
Mercury Retrograde doesn't only affect Witches & Magickal people, but we are more inclined to believe in the stars and planets than most "Normal" people. Being a Witch or Magickal person makes us feel, see, and know more because we have a heightened sense of awareness and a keen understanding of so much more.
If your aren't a Witch or Magickal person reading this, and you do feel these changes, maybe it's time you sat and looked deeper within yourself. Only you know your true self and maybe you are a Witch or Magickal person and it never really dawned on you that you feel more sensitive to these things. Take this time to dig deep and do some "soul searching" and see what you find, your secret is safe with us.
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