Caution: Mercury is in Retrograde

For those that are highly sensitive, you may have already felt this energetic influence coming, by reacting and responding to situations and people differently than you normally would. This is may be, because we are currently in the pre retrograde phase, preparing for the main event . Mercury will be in retrograde in the sign of Aquarius from January 21- February 11.

What does it mean when mercury is in retrograde?
When the planet mercury falls into retrograde, it will appear to slow down, stop and move backwards for some days in the night sky, gradually changing direction and moving forward to its regular orbit. This phenomenon has to do with the relative speed of earth as well as their relationship with each other during a particular point in their orbit around the sun.

How does this influence us?
Mercury Retrograde occurs when it is moving backwards, into its shadow, so communication, scheduling, transportation and judgment becomes cloudy or error prone. As much as outer work is challenged by Mercury Retrograde, inner work is highly supported. Take full advantage of Mercury Retrograde by clearing your own tendencies to get caught up in your own shadows and those of others. If you find yourself ‘reacting’ to events or people in ways you normally don’t, take some time to center yourself and refocus. Centering yourself throughout the day will help you to be consciously aware of moments where you may be tempted to respond in ways that is out of your character.

If you find yourself in a situation where you need to make a big decision, really reflect on it before reacting to it without much thought, as situation which presents itself to you, may not display the full nature of its hidden consequences.

What we can do during this energetic event is make an effort to find time for reflection. As mercury falls into it's own shadow, reflect on your own progress spiritually to the person you are today. visit any old journals you may have written in the past, to reflect on your own personal accomplishments. Remember it is ok to pat yourself on the back and remind yourself of how far you've come, to being the person you are today. 
Namaste,
StarStorm*

*Source From @awakenedconsciouscollective and @oracle_of_light on Instagram