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Mercury will make it’s retrograde station on August 2nd** at 1 degree of Virgo.  This celestial occurrence happens three times a year when the planet Mercury slows down and appears to stop and then move backward (retrograde).

So... What this means for us Since Mercury rules communications many have come to recognize the effects of retrograde as communications go haywire. In fact some would say, “All hell breaks loose in the realm of communications.” Whether its verbal, written or computer driven communication mishaps occur. Technology goes wonky. Computers, cars, cell phones break down. Even contracts and agreements are in jeopardy. Many astrologers warn of buying electronics or making major purchases during this time... its not meant to scare.. but it is common occurances to be prepared for..  the last mecury I didnt receieve several emails and readings.. and out of the blue receieved messages saying what is taking so long? lol I thought huh>??!?!! and low and behold happening at least 7-9 times I just simply didnt receieve an email.. never happened again.  BUT here we go again. hopefully it doesnt repeat    Many may find it hard to get focused and/or make a decision. You might find yourself in a state of forgetfulness. The blessing in this particular retrograde is the position of Neptune which will help to enhance and influence your spiritual side. Use this energy to let go of things which no longer serve you. Be open to answers coming from The Universe in unexpected ways. Trust your intuition and Higher Self when whispers of guidance come your way. Take extra time for meditation, prayer and spiritual practice.  So we just need to Try to get along in our lives as best we can is that this retrograde period is a time to sort through old, worn out perspectives; a time to clear the clutter of ideologies and thought patterns that are entrenched but not useful any more. Retrograde Mercury suggests a time to contemplate this; not to take radical action***. .

The purpose of Mercury retrograde is to review and revise our life and our connection with reality. The timing of this universe is geared toward the Sun as it moves through the zodiac. Mercury has an orbit that at times gets ahead of the Sun allowing us to look into the future toward new and innovative ideas. However, we cannot continue in that vein until we come back to the present designated by the Sun and put our new ideas into manifestation. During the time that Mercury jumps ahead, we ultimately have to bring the ideas back into the present to test and evaluate to see how they fit into our life. As Mercury retrogrades back into the present, the connection with the Sun happens as we test drive our ideas and re-align with reality and the natural timing of the universe.

Mercury itself rules how we think, we will be adjusting everything related to thoughts, concepts, ideas, and communication, especially how technology and material elements play a part of ideas. When Mercury retrogrades, we find that many parts of our life are being revised. Often these revisions can be a surprise or throw us back a step. However, these revisions which occur during a Mercury retrograde, are a "course correction". During this time of revision, change is compounded and confusion is created by our reactions to the ever-changing situations. Thus anything started during this time will ultimately be taken back or even revised further, making for a high-frustration time. This will be especially true with changing our minds, reviewing new ideas and our communication being improved and honed so not to be mis-understood.

The best mode to be in during a Mercury retrograde is one of "non-reaction", and with earth signs being impacted, physical environment will be changing continually during a Mercury retrograde. Treat the time period as a time of gathering information, yet because the information will be in constant change. Best to wait until the changes stop before attempting to make things orderly. let the winds of situations blow around you without reacting. Once Mercury turns direct August 26th**, take a look at the information that is still around at that time and go about putting everything in order, while maintaining the fine art of flexibility.

Bringing A theme of Chaos, change and revolution.

The conjunction of Mercury to the Sun which is the heart of the retrograde will also include Venus and it is exact on the 16th of August at 23 degrees of Leo. The days leading up to and just after this date are good for the deepest contemplation of your attachments. A time to look at attachments of the heart vs. attachments of the mind.

All in all, this Mercury retrograde is about Virgo and Pisces as well as Leo and Aquarius: Our sense of compassion and service as well as our social reality. Becoming more aware of your social reality ...  The last degree of Aquarius is a difficult transition because Aquarius is a sign, more than any other, that likes to hold on to it’s way of thinking. Whereas Pisces is about letting things be just as they are. You can see that Aquarius needs Pisces because it can be too attached to ideas and ideals and Pisces follows Aquarius prepares us to let go with awareness rather than ignorance.

The Mercury retrogrades that occurs this month.....august 2011 provides the opportunities for us to make adjustments in the practical aspects of our life from the information brought to us through the Mercury retrograde in fire signs; Aries, Leo and Sagittarius (occurring in that order). Decisions about our goals and aspirations will be the focus during the December 2011 retrograde, assisting the transitions of career through the changing goals that will be evolving at that time. Because we are making decisions to bring forward the visionary awareness into our new journey, new endeavors, new goals, the events during the Mercury retrograde time frames help us to veer away from the past and take bold steps into our new future. These adjustments will be very necessary as they allow us to make major changes, emphasizing our bold and innovative choices.