Oh Look, Mercury is Stirring The Pot Again: Your Sign by Sign Mercury Retrograde Survival Forecast
Every few months, Mercury, the planet of communication, thought, and travel, appears to move backward. I know you want to freak out. Don’t! Mercury retrograde is not out to get you. It’s a cosmic review to help realign anything you may or may not notice is falling out of order.
When Mercury goes backward, the universe basically says, “You sure about that?” to everything you’ve been rushing through. Texts misfire, emails vanish, and that one ex with “unfinished business” reappears, but it’s all for the plot.
This mercury retrograde hits starting on November 9th in adventurous Sagittarius, then moves into regenerative Scorpio on November 18th, then out of retrograde (Direct) on November 29th. Expect to rewrite your philosophies, purge your inbox and your feelings, and probably block someone twice. This retrograde is taking you deep on an adventure.
♈ Aries Rising
Your big plans and beliefs are under review. The universe is testing your “I know exactly where I’m going” confidence. As Mercury slips into Scorpio, expect more profound questions around trust, power, and vulnerability. Don’t run from the discomfort; it’s pointing to where you need to make a readjustment to be on the right track.
♉ Taurus Rising
It starts with emotional debts and shared resources. What’s been swept under the rug is now front and center. As the retrograde progresses, expect old conversations or connections to resurface. Intimacy only grows when honesty does.
♊ Gemini Rising
Relationships go under review first. Clarity over compatibility, communication over assumptions. Then Mercury shifts, highlighting routines, habits, and mental burnout. Relearn the difference between helping and overextending. It will make a world of a difference in your relationships once Mercury is out of retrograde.
♋ Cancer Rising
Work, wellness, and order can all be over the place or feel overwhelming; that’s your cue to slow down. You will eventually feel that creativity and joy need a reset, too. Don’t overthink your expression; have fun! Play first, edit later.
♌ Leo Rising
Romance, projects, and passions get the dose of reimagination. The universe is asking you to reconnect with authentic inspiration. You will feel the pull of putting attention on what’s wonky at home base. Make sure you are rejuvenating your foundations to live with comfort, not chaos.
♍ Virgo Rising
Home and emotional roots will be felt from the jump. Family conversations, memories, or inner security might need sorting. How do you react when an old, uncomfortable memory revisits? How you communicate and your thought process on topics will eventually become the main character. Be sure that your words come from genuine expression and not fear from the readjustments.
♎ Libra Rising
Misunderstandings and crossed wires kick things off. Don’t let small talk start big fires. Money and values will eventually take center stage. Reassess what’s truly worth your energy and time.
♏ Scorpio Rising
Your sense of worth and security is under construction. What do you value? Self-perception gets a “Wait…who am I REALLY!?” reassessment as well. Redefine yourself based on truth, not survival mode.
♐ Sagittarius Rising
It starts in your sign, so identity, image, and purpose are up for review. Then Mercury drifts loftily, pulling you into the quiet intuition over impulse. Rest before the next big leap; wisdom downloads best in silence, not in overwhelm.
♑ Capricorn Rising
Your subconscious patterns and spiritual clutter are asking to be cleared. As Mercury continues its backward stroll, you’ll rethink your community and collaborations, hopes and wishes. Not every crowd deserves your presence.
♒ Aquarius Rising
Friendships, alliances, and group projects hit review mode first. Some connections might fade out quietly, possibly some with a misunderstanding, and bang. Your career path and public role need reflection. What do you actually want to be known for and are you currently on the right path to be seen for your true self?
♓ Pisces Rising
Career and reputation are tugged, wanting a revamp. You’re also rethinking your belief system and future vision. Big shifts ahead, but first, get your inner compass right.
If it’s breaking, it probably needs to. If it’s delayed, trust me, it’s divine. There’s a reason for the redirection and restructure. And if your ex pops up? That’s not fate, that’s probably the algorithm being weird again and having your profile show up right when they’re feeling nostalgic and unemployed. Keep scrolling. Mercury retrograde loves to test your progress. The universe will dangle distractions that look familiar just to see if you’ve really learned the lesson. So, when things glitch, stall, or come crawling back, take it as proof you’re evolving.
