How to Work With Mercury Retrograde (Without the Chaos) // Episode 004
In this episode, we’re reframing one of the most misunderstood and over-dramatized astrological cycles of all time. Mercury retrograde isn’t chaos. It’s not sabotage. It’s not the villain of your tech, travel, or ex-texting story.
It’s a predictable, cyclical pause that happens three or four times every year – and once you understand its purpose, it becomes one of the most supportive seasons for clarity, creativity, and course correction.
We look at what Mercury actually governs, why things can feel glitchy or delayed, and how to work with this energy in a grounded, practical way – especially if you’re building, creating, planning, or running a business.
This is about slowing down with intention instead of bracing for impact.
WE COVER:
- What Mercury retrograde actually is (and why it isn’t chaos)
- Why this cycle has such a dramatic reputation
- How this season affects communication, plans, creativity, and tech
- What to focus on during Mercury retrograde – and what’s best to put on pause
- How creators and business owners can use this time strategically
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📝 SHOW NOTES:
// Explore more soul-aligned guidance at clairesolomon.com
// Want to know the dates of upcoming Mercury retrogrades? You’ll find them in my Mercury Retrograde blog post
// Want a grounded way to revisit and refine your ideas during retrograde? Listen to my Toy Box Process episode here
// New to working with cycles? My Moon Phase Magic course walks you through aligning with lunar rhythms
// Curious about your soul purpose and bigger life themes? Book a Soul Purpose Akashic Records Reading
// Looking for clarity on your current energy season? Order your Personal Sun Transit Report
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