Mercury Retrograde Starts November 9 in Sagittarius

The final Mercury retrograde of 2025 begins on Sunday, November 9, in the sign of Sagittarius, marking a period that astrologers associate with potential disruptions in communication, travel, and daily routines. This astrological event, which occurs three times this year compared to four in 2024, will see the planet appear to move backward from Earth's perspective until it stations direct on November 29. During this time, Mercury will shift into Scorpio on November 18, influencing themes of introspection and emotional depth before concluding, with its post-retrograde shadow period extending until December 16.

Mercury retrograde, a phenomenon rooted in astronomy rather than actual backward motion, arises because the planet, the closest to the sun, orbits faster than Earth. This creates an optical illusion of reversal as Mercury laps Earth and passes behind the sun. Astrologers view Mercury as the ruler of communication, intellect, and commerce, suggesting that its retrograde phase can amplify misunderstandings, technological glitches, and travel delays. Common experiences reported include lost emails, arguments stemming from unclear messages, and a general sense of mental fog or...