Mercury, planet of communication and thought, turns retrograde at 8 deg 29’ Capricorn on 7.09 UT, 13th December 2023 

The last Mercury retrograde of 2023 is in Capricorn, a sign which is about making things happen in the material world. It’s ambitious and practical, often seeing things in terms of finance and social advancement, but Capricorn has a deep spiritual side too. 

When our communication planet heads backwards, we are asked to pause in our thoughts and to reflect. The Sagittarius New Moon this morning was about faith and meaning. Now we are asked to rethink our ideas and question our prejudices as we enter the ‘season of goodwill’. What does spirituality mean to us? How do we express that in practical terms? 

Mercury retrograde in Capricorn might also be a time to rethink our career path or reconsider how we present ourselves in the public realm. Are our material goals expressing our inner values?

Capricorn is about tradition and this is a time when many people are falling back on long-serving traditions for Christmas or other Solstice festivals of light. But the question arises as to whether the meaning has been lost or distorted over the years. 

This retrograde period maybe asking us to reflect on what we are celebrating at this time and to look for ways to make it meaningful within our current framework or beliefs. How do we reach beyond tinsel and candles and illuminate the light of peace in our souls? The flowing Mercury/Jupiter aspect on Monday may inspire us.

More pragmatically, during Mercury retrograde, expect communication/IT/travel delays and don’t sign documents. 

Mercury turns direct on 2nd January and Jupiter on 31st December. Things will move forward then. Meanwhile, use this opportunity to pause, reflect and plan your route. Capricorn is great for planning.

🌟Astrology for Beginners online course starts 22nd January 2024🌟 Info on website http://www.alisonsastrology.net 😊

#learnastrology #astrologyforbeginners #onlinecourse #Jupiter #Sagittarius #newmooninsagittarius #zodiac#Mercuryretrograde #giftidea #astrologycourse #astrologyreading #horoscopes #learn_astrology #Capricorn #goals#career #spirituality