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Mercury Retrograde Begins On December 13th, Here’s How It Will Affect Your Sign

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A few times a year, the planet Mercury enters retrograde, and it sends everyone on a bit of a spin. Mercury retrogrades are famed for their tendency to cause issues regarding travel, communication, and technology, but their powers are much more nuanced than that.

Especially once we take a look at each sign and how they'll fare under the upcoming Mercury retrograde in Capricorn starting on December 13th and ending on January 1st.

These readings will unveil all you've yet to learn about yourself and your future. See what lies in store for you today, click here to find out.

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The time has come for another Mercury retrograde, this time taking place under Capricorn. A retrograde means the planet in question appears to be moving backward for some time, throwing some celestial alignments out of wack. A Mercury retrograde in Capricorn signals a time for meticulous introspection on one's self and how they interact with the world around them.

This period might bring disruptions in communication, as Mercury retrogrades often do, emphasizing the importance of precision and patience. While challenges arise, this shift also offers chances for personal growth and insights.

There's more specific advice to be had for each of the signs, too, ones that will help them navigate the potentially tumultuous time ahead.

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Aries

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For the first half of this retrograde, you'll feel a desire to reflect on your professional life, specifically your goals for the future. If you don't have a plan, set one, even if it's something loose and short-term. Make sure you don't speak about these plans with any coworkers or bosses, though, not until after the retrograde.

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The second half will have you feeling restless as the new year approaches, you'll be feeling a final call for adventure before 2024. Traveling generally isn't encouraged during Mercury's retrograde, so maybe look at planning something for next year or do something small like a day trip. Whatever satisfies your wanderlust!

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Taurus

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You'll be feeling the itch to learn something new during the first half of this retrograde, wanting to enrich your mind with a new educational pursuit. You don't have to adhere to the upcoming New Year's resolution, you can start something new any day, so scratch that itch and start learning something you've always wanted to pick up!

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The latter half of this retrograde will have you looking at your relationships. No matter if you're single or partnered, now's the time to really reflect on the things you need, want, and aspire for in a relationship. Keeping a clear sight of your desires will help keep you from being undercut.

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Gemini

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Mercury is Gemini's ruling planet, meaning things can get a little... intense during a retrograde. This also means that Geminis can get away with doing things other people are advised not to do. This time around, Geminis are encouraged to open up some deep and meaningful dialogue with their loved ones. This could be addressing an issue, sharing true feelings, or sharing personal struggles. Now's the time to be vulnerable.

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These discussions will reveal who really cares, who's worth keeping around, and who you'd be better off without. It won't be easy, but it will be necessary. Release yourself from the social pains that bind you.

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Cancer

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Cancers will have swirling thoughts about the people they keep around in their lives, questioning whether some of these people align with their values. You might be hanging onto someone toxic due to pressure or a wish for things to be better. Now's the time to recognize that and let them go.

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With your head clearer after all that deep thinking, it'll be time to turn to your physical health instead. It will be coming up on the New Year, meaning you're in the perfect time to be making some health-related resolutions.

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Leo

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This retrograde will begin with you examining your daily routine, Leo. Think very carefully about your day-to-day life. What actions or items could you do without? What could you do with that newfound free time? This isn't the time to be making any big changes, so start small. You never know what a difference one small change could make.

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With your life rescheduled a little bit, now's the time to return to your pleasures, especially ones you might have pushed aside for a while. Let yourself indulge in the things that make you happy, and let the energy that results heal a part of your soul.

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Virgo

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Like Gemini, Mercury is also the ruling planet of Virgo, meaning its energies and abilities are ramped up for those under this sign. The first half of this retrograde will have Virgos feeling the need to express themselves fully, adopting a sort of boldness that's usually not their style. This can be a very fun time if you let yourself give in to these feelings rather than hiding them under a calm, collected demeanor.

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You'll finish off this year reflecting on the work you've done to heal your emotional or spiritual wounds. Admire how you've grown, acknowledge what has become better, then pinpoint anything that still needs fixing and get to it in the new year.

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Libra

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Libras will be feeling nostalgic during this retrograde. Mix that with the holidays fast approaching, and you might have quite the emotional sign on your hands. It's okay, Libra, you're allowed to look back to simpler times and reminisce. Just don't get too hung up on it, okay? You can only move forward.

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After such a powerful wave of emotions, spend the last bit of this year allowing yourself to relax finally. Be that meditation, a retreat, or time spent in good company, allow your nerves to calm before the new year hits.

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Scorpio

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Scorpios will be feeling the brunt of the technical and communication issues this retrograde season. Don't worry too much, Scorpio, just be extra careful about where (and with whom) you're spending your energy. Mind the details, double-check everything, and you'll be golden.

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Spend the last few weeks of 2023 examining whether or not you're really being valued in your life. This could be at work, among friends, or with a partner, do people recognize all that you do? If not, why is that? Do you hide your accomplishments, or do they refuse to see them? The answer, whatever it is, will guide you toward your next step.

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Sagittarius

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The first half of this retrograde will have Sagittarius looking at their income, namely at secondary means of earning money that they might have either thought on and never picked up, or started but lapsed on. Now's the time to get back into it! You could see great rewards should you do some practical planning now.

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With that shift in mind, look at how you present yourself to the world in general, but especially in professional contexts. Are you expressing yourself in all the ways you feel you need or want to? Do you feel safe to do so? Are you happy keeping parts of yourself more private? Examine these questions, then make whatever change you see fit in the new year.

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Capricorn

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Mercury retrograding in your sign means it's the time to look at all your passions. What have you been putting your energy in? What have you been working towards? Are those truly your desires or the desires of others? How can you rectify that?

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Your intuition will be heightened during the final few weeks of this year, so listen to your gut and pay real close attention to your dreams. Tap into your spiritual side and let yourself be guided by the course in the stars.

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Aquarius

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Aquarius will be feeling a little stagnant during the first part of this retrograde, sleepy even. That's fine, you're allowed to take things slow for a bit, especially amidst all the surrounding hustle and bustle of the holidays. Use this time to rest and recuperate before family celebrations begin.

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You may also feel a little lonely or nostalgic, urging you to reach out to old friends or old flames in an attempt to reconnect. That's great! You should do that, but really think it through first. Make sure you go in with no set expectations lest you be disappointed, and also make sure you're not reaching out for all the wrong reasons.

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Pisces

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Though communication is often fraught during Mercury retrograde, Pisces will only feel more motivated to do things like networking during this time. If you think you have a leg up, then go for it, but be very careful. The right connections will get you far, but you have to make that stellar first impression before anything else.

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This bout of networking will lead well into your next step, which is making professional goals for the year ahead. Have your sights set focused on growth and refinement of your skills so you can excel at your job, setting yourself up well for rewards further in 2024.

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Full Circle

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Mercury's retrogrades are often fearmongered, said to be the worst of the planetary shifts when, really, they just cause a bit of confusion for a while. You can avoid any of the potential damage from that confusion by being patient with yourself.

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It's also important to be understanding, too. Everyone will be facing the same struggles, so if someone says something that seems strange or out of character for them, give them some grace. It's likely not what they mean, and they'll be sure to make it up to you.

Mercury retrograde in Capricorn begins on December 13th and ends on January 1st.

It's never too late to learn, you can start today by signing up for a full, unique astrological birth chart reading. Learn the secrets of your sign, your future, and your hidden talents, click here to learn more.

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Daniel Mitchell

Dan is a content writer with three years of experience under their belt, having mostly covered viral media but now shifting toward spirituality and astrology. He's a strong believer in using one's beliefs as a means of self-improvement and being in touch with whatever messages the universe has to offer. He can't wait to share his insights with an audience who wants to foster change and betterment within themselves. Outside of writing, Dan enjoys reading tarot cards, playing video games, all things horror, coffee, and his cat!

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