Yes, folks, it's that time again! The first rule of thumb is to drop the idea that Mercury Retrograde requires a survival guide. Flip it around from "how do I survive" to "how can I thrive" during this time.
When retrograde, Mercury offers us an opportunity to reflect. It's an opportunity to slow down, to review and revisit. But no exes or cutting bangs! Yes, communication can go awry and all things mechanical and technological can fizzle. However we can navigate these things successfully. Trust me!
My best advice for thriving during these three week periods looks likes this...
Thoroughly review any and all information. Twice. Maybe even three times.
Trust yourself.
Ask questions. Clarity is paramount!
Do not push yourself.
Expect your technology to get wonky on you. This way when it doesn't, you get a pleasant surprise. And when it does? At least you're not too befuddled.
Do grounding exercises daily. All day long even. Don't know how? I can teach you!
Some people say not to initiate any new endeavors. This is not always practical. We cannot put life on hold for three weeks three to four times a year! Essential oils and crystals are great tools that can assist us as we carry on with life. Some of my favorites...
Essential Oils
Cedarwood Atlas - brings us into our authentic personal power
Clary Sage - calming, provides clarity, alleviates anxiety
Frankincense - grounding, calming, protective, promotes a sense of connectedness
Lavender - relaxing, calming, balancing
Crystals
Black Tourmaline - grounding, protective, diminishes fear
Clear Quartz - high vibration, strengthening, clarity (it's the master healing stone and does EVERYTHING!)
Labradorite - protective, helps us understand the issues Mercury Retrograde can bring to the surface
Lapis Lazuli - communication
This current retrograde runs through February 3. Yes, there is a "shadow" period that extends beyond that date, but we'll save that for another post!