Mercury Retrograde 9th November 2025 to 29th November 2025
By Jules
Retroshadows:
- 21ST October – 8th November 2025 (2 weeks pre-retrograde)
- Pre-Retrograde Shadows = an increase of Mercury Retrograde energy
- 30th November – 15th December 2025 (2 weeks post-retrograde)
- Post-Retrograde Shadows = a decrease of Mercury Retrograde energy
Mercury Retrograde begins on Sunday 9th November 2025, to Saturday 29th November 2025 inclusive – lasting for approximately 3 weeks. This is the third and final of three Mercury Retrograde phases of 2025, that will most likely involve challenges related to doing the right thing and making big changes, after a period of observation and patience. This Retrograde phase is a time of review and analysis, but also the end of a cycle as 2025 draws to a close. Think of Scorpio and the Death Tarot card, which refers to letting go of the old, profound change, and rising from the ashes like a phoenix.
Potentially, this could be a time when unresolved issues can resurface. There could be run-ins with ex-friends, and ex-loves, and even if it’s completely over for you – it may still be unfinished business for them. Remembrance is key, as exes tend to be exes for a good reason, so keep a sense of humour and perspective handy, and refrain from wearing rose tinted glasses as they could obscure the truth.
Mercury, is the planet and ruler of Gemini (Mutable Air Sign), and Virgo (Mutable Earth Sign), who are the zodiacs expert navigators of Retrogrades and Retroshadows. This Retrograde phase, begins in Scorpio a Fixed Water Sign, the 8th zodiac (22nd October to 21st November), and concludes in Sagittarius the Mutable Fire Sign, the 9th zodiac (22nd November to 21st December). All four zodiac signs will impact the energies and themes of this Mercury Retrograde phase.
There may be miscommunications, glitches, and delays – so see what transpires before acting or deciding. During this Retrograde, consider embracing the traits of Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Scorpio – by being analytical, brave, communicative, free-spirited, humorous, patient, observant, self-confident, and wise.
Mercury Retrograde Tip: TRIPLE CHECK Travel arrangements, meetings, and all types of important documents and communications before signing and sending electronically or in the post!
GEMINI 21st May to 20th June (Mutable Air Sign)
- Element: Air.
- Symbol: The Twins (Castor and Pollux in mythology)
- Ruling Planet: Mercury (Easy-going, Flexible, Quick Witted).
- Tarot: The Lovers (VI), a Major Arcana card ruled by Mercury = Choices, Harmony, Love, Relationships, and Values.
- Themes & Values: Adaptable, Communicative, Curious, Duality, Inventive, Outgoing, Quick-witted, Social.
VIRGO 23rd August to 22nd September (Mutable Earth Sign)
- Element: Earth
- Symbol: The Maiden or Virgin
- Ruling Planet: Mercury (Communications, Problem Solving, Sharp Intellect)
- Tarot: The Hermit (IX), a Major Arcana card ruled by Mercury = Enlightenment, Be a Guide, Inner Knowing, Introspection, Wisdom.
- Themes & Values: Analytical, Compassionate, Detail Orientated, Ethical, Hardworking, Grounded, Intelligent, Practical, Wise.
SCORPIO 22nd October to 21st November (Fixed Water Sign)
- Element: Water.
- Symbol: Scorpion.
- Ruling Planets: Mars (Action, Competition, Sexuality), and Pluto (Control, Death, Power)
- Tarot: Death (XIII), a Major Arcana card ruled by Mars and Pluto = Profound Change, Intensity, Life and Death Cycles.
- Themes & Values: Bravery, Determination, Emotional Depth, Honesty, Intensity, Loyalty, Mystery, Passion, Patience, Regeneration.
SAGITTARIUS 22nd November to 21st December (Mutable Fire Sign)
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- Element: Fire.
- Symbol: The Centaur (Half Horse & Half Man), The Archer.
- Tarot: Temperance (XIV), a Major Arcana card ruled by Jupiter = Alchemy, Balance, Composure, Harmony, Healing, Moderation, and Self-care.
- Ruling Planet: Jupiter (Abundance, Expansion, Growth, Luck).
- Themes & Values: Adventurous, Freedom Loving, Honest, Humorous, Independent, Lust for Life, Optimistic, Philosophical.
What’s going on with Mercury?
When Mercury appears to be moving backwards, reminiscent of a ‘slingshot,’ the effects will likely be felt with communications, plans, technologies, and travels. During a Mercury Retrograde phase, it is recommended to delay signing on the dotted lines for agreements and commitments, as the energies can be tricky and uncertain. If this cannot be avoided, then thoroughly review everything several times over before completion. Mercury is known for exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, making wise decisions, and accurately assessing situations to avoid mistakes – which is why caution and awareness are needed in these areas during retrograde phases. Due to Mercury appearing to move backwards, there is a strong possibility of nostalgia and memories being evoked, or perhaps people and situations from the past are reappearing in the present tense.
Mercury (the Planet and Deity)
Mercury is a ‘Personal Planet’ which affects daily life and is associated with Communication, Intellect, the Mind and Learning – influencing Expression, Ideas, Information Processing, and Thoughts. It is linked to the Conscious and Subconscious Mind, and to Gut Instinct (The Gut, also known as the second brain – which is the body part associated with Virgo, a zodiac sign ruled by Mercury). Mercury is the ruling planet of both Gemini, and Virgo, with links to Aquarius because of it’s ‘Airy’ planetary vibes.
The Roman Deity, Mercury (also known as Hermes, the Winged Messenger of the Gods in Greek mythology) governs Boundaries, Commerce, Communication and Messages (Including Divination), Eloquence, Luck, Financial Gain, Travelling, and Trickery (The Magician Tarot Card in Reverse / Sleight of Hand). Historically, Mercury was considered an Alchemist (The Magician Tarot Card), and the God of Hunting, Battles, Agriculture, Fertility, and for guiding Souls to the Underworld.
MERCURY RETROGRADE KEY THEMES
ASPECTS: Communication. Information. Technology. Transport. Analytics. Humour. Mindful. Quick Witted.
‘RE’ Words: Reclaim. Reconcile. Rejuvenate. Release. Remember. Respite. Resonate. Restore. Resurface. Reversal. Review. Revisit.
SYMBOLS: Mercury Retrograde and Caduceus (Staff with 2 Entwined Snakes / Archangel Raphael)
ARCHANGEL: Archangel Raphael (Healer, Messenger, and Traveller. Emerald Green)
COLOURS: Blue, Green, Grey, Silver, White
CRYSTALS: Amazonite. Black Agate. Clear Quartz. Emerald. Green Aventurine. Rhodonite. Sodalite.
ELEMENTS: Air, Earth, Metal (Quicksilver / Mercury), Fire (Sagittarius), Water (Scorpio)
ZODIACS: Gemini, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Aquarius.
FLORA & FAUNA: Sacred Fig Tree. Parrot. Rooster. Rosemary. Thyme.
CHAKRAS: SACRAL (2nd). THROAT (5th).
NUMEROLOGY: 5 (Mercury). 3 (Gemini). 6 (Virgo). 11 (Aquarius). 8 (Scorpio). 9 (Sagittarius).
TAROT: THE MAGICIAN (I) (Also: The Lovers, The Hermit, The Star, Death, and Temperance)
WEEKDAY: Mercury rules Wednesday. A perfect day for Retrograde Rituals and Restoring Balance.
Who is Jules?
Jules has been a practicing Psychic, Medium, Channeller, Soul Plan Practitioner and Reiki Master for over 30 years. Her preferred areas to read on are Manifestation and Laws of Attraction, Destiny and Life Path, Love and Relationships, and Moon Phase Practices. She can also provide psychic development readings for her clients and share her experiences garnered over three decades of bringing compassionate and straight-forward insight and guidance to many. Connect with Jules here.
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