A Practical Spread for Handling Obsessiveness and Dramatic Miscommunications
Mercury will retrograde between August 5 — August 28, 2024. The retrograde begins in Virgo, then slips into Leo on August 13. Normally, Mercury in Virgo would be skillful and organized, but in retrograde, this can lead to obsessiveness and perfectionism.
Once in Leo, the retrograde may see an increase in dramatic miscommunication. The kind of miscommunication that attracts public embarrassing moments. If you find yourself slipping into a dramatic moment, I’ll leave you with Edna Mode’s wisdom: “PULL YOURSELF TOGETHER!”
Inconveniences aside, Mercury Retrograde is always a good time to review and finetune plans, contracts, and communication styles.
This 5-card tarot spread is designed to help you navigate the retrograde with clarity and resilience.
5-Card Tarot Spread: Navigating Mercury Retrograde
Card 1: Areas of Obsessiveness — What areas of my life am I becoming too obsessive or perfectionistic about? Identify where you might get too caught up in details, leading to unnecessary stress and anxiety.
Card 2: Embracing Flexibility — How can I learn to be more flexible and let go of my need for control? Find ways to be more adaptable, helping you to release the need for perfection and go with the flow.
Card 3: Avoiding Dramatic Miscommunications — What can I do to avoid dramatic miscommunications and public embarrassments? How to communicate more effectively and avoid the pitfalls of unnecessarily dramatic, embarrassing moments.
Card 4: Review and Reassess — What plans, contracts, or communication styles need my attention for review and fine-tuning? Triple-check everything before you sign or make any kind of commitment.
Card 5: Inner Strength and Resilience — How can I harness my inner strength to stay composed and resilient during this retrograde? No matter the inconvenience, you can handle any challenge that comes your way.
Mercury Retrograde does not have to be a cartoonishly scary time. Check your tires. Change your oil. Fill up your tank. Don’t make a big deal out of every inconvenience. Don’t take the bait to start a fight. And use this tarot spread to stay grounded, flexible, and resilient. Happy retrograde!
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