//slow + steady//
let’s talk retrogrades…
MOVEMENT
Noticing the way our cosmos move + shift is an important piece of how we connect our physical vessels Earth side, with our heavenly bodies above. In Astrology, when a planet moves in or out of retrograde, this indicates that for a certain period of time, everything is slowed down. The natural characteristics that each planet expresses outwardly, turn in. Science says that angular speeds of orbit differ between Earth + the planets, which causes the apparent backwards motion, it’s giving retrograde. And because of our geocentric, Earth-centered-point-of-view, it is really us who are speeding up, not the stars slowing down. This is why during any retrograde, we are beckoned to become intentional, slow + steady.
STATIONS
Over the past several month eight planets have been stationed retrograde. Currently, there are six planets that are slowing down, as Mercury + Venus have both recently stationed direct. This is an event with serious celestial caliber. An energetic surge that has not occured in close to two hundred years. Let’s let that sink in. The aforementioned personal, inner planets of Mercury + Venus, along with the power-house, outer planets Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune + Pluto are all retrograde/shade atm— along with smaller Chiron, the wounded healer of the zodiac. This is the epitome of cause for the pause. Which is why I am here with these retrograde reminders; so we can tap-in to this together.
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words to connect with during retrograde
REVIEW
Knowing what we know about Mercury, the planet of communication, this particular planetary retrograde has become quite infamous for finding ways to derail travel plans, or trip up technological tools. However, this shift especially lends itself to taking the time to reflect internally, to review what + how we communicate with the self. Set up a time to turn inward. Take a look at your heart-felt desires. Are they aligned with where you currently are on your path? Ask questions that you may have been avoiding, they are going to keep sticking around until you do.
to review…
RECHARGE
The way Venus had retrograded this time around proved how powerful + potent her magick. Personally, my partner and I have had some in-depth + intense conversations, regarding the values we hold. Forging our way through these challenges revealed a connection that deepened the trust we have not only in one another, but also in ourselves. As Venus made her way out of retrograde, there is still a two-week retroshade (aka shadow) period, and this calls for rest. Real deal relaxation. Give yourself a break, hit the snooze button, relax, my love. When we allow time to recharge, we allow time for integration. Remember to listen to your body, beloved. Make rest a priority, watch how life aligns with divine.
rest + recharge
REITERATE
Becoming more consciously aware of the stories we tell is a theme that is coming up during Chiron retrograde. We are being asked to look at our boundaries, our triggers, our wounds. This is all connected to the way we say things, what we think, how we connect: it all has a lasting impact on our well-being. Words are spells in and of themselves. If you are someone like me, who has a tendency to be oh-so-hard on myself, now is the time to shift that. Work on writing down affirmations that you can recite in the mirror as a part of your daily//nightly rituals. To reiterate, be aware of your words: speaking, writing, thinking. Each holds a vibration and frequency that can be harmful or healing. Choose the latter, my love.
say it right
REDISCOVER
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune + Pluto… lots of big energy coming through from these guys. When direct, each rules over the ways we may experience expansion, time, ideas, vices + death. All respectively. How can we harness the magnitude of these monoliths? To start, connect with your inner-child. Let yourself tap back into it; remember what you love. The way the planets are arranged right now calls for some serious strolls down memory lane. We look back to learn how to move forward. Bringing in more play, joy, delight, silliness is going to be stunning medicine for whatever ails you. Dress up, let your imagination free, journal, make art, go for a bike ride: follow where your Spirit moves you.
let love in
Connection + Offering
This current cosmic energy calls for slowing down + making space for the self. Retrogrades churn up what needs to be seen. Undoubtedly this is a hard task to do when those things have been dragged around in our subconscious for quite some time. They rise up, covered in dust + muck, wanting to be tended to. Your guides + angels want you to know that you are supported to do the work, but don’t forget to also mix in some fun. Growing pains, yes. But also, let’s normalize growing pleasure. Life is for living. Be intentional with yours. Bask in it. And I want to remind you of that, this retrograde season.
As we wrap up, I want to let you know that I am giving away a special retrograde reading to anyone who is interested! This retrograde reading will cover how each retrograde + retroshade is impacting you personally; providing clarity, insight, and direction in how you can best work with this colossal cosmic energy. All you have to do is go comment//share// tag this post, as many times as you like, and you will be entered to win the giveaway. It’s that easy. The winner will be announced on my stories. You can also book a reading with me, here. Until then, sending you a whole lotta love!
