The infamous cosmic event is back… again.
The final Mercury retrograde of 2025 is the most chaotic. The optical illusion, driven by Mercury’s sluggish movement, creates chaos and confusion for the earthlings. The disruptive transit impacts us profoundly, making it impossible to overlook and firmly embedding itself in our contemporary vocabulary. This month, prepare for a dramatic wave of events—ensure your life preserver is securely fastened.
Simultaneously, four other planets will be gracefully moonwalking through the Universe: Jupiter (which begins its retrograde on November 11), Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Get ready for emotional encounters with those we’ve long overlooked or unresolved feelings that are about to surface. We may struggle to control our words, leading to the possibility of making statements that could be offensive and that we might later regret. Refrain from reaching out to your ex through calls, emails, texts, DMs, or social media stalking after a few drinks with friends from November 9 to 29. Don’t anticipate empathy from them, or expect to feel it yourself.
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Prior to November 9, the pre-retrograde phase began on October 21 in the sign of Sagittarius. Examine the timeframe from October 21 to November 9 to identify the story that will harness the greatest energy during the retrograde phase. This marks our initial exploration of the degrees. We explore the retrograde movements happening within these degrees. As the retrograde comes to an end, we advance and revisit the same degrees one final time from November 29 to December 16, as the planet returns to its position and sign from October 21. This third moment, known as “retroshade,” involves making final decisions informed by the insights and observations gathered over the past weeks. With Mercury now moving forward, it’s time to evaluate our situations with clarity and precision.
During Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius, we may find ourselves feeling more unpredictable and assertive. In essence, we’re going to be completely unrestrained. We might find ourselves becoming overly reactive and less rational, leading to unproductive interactions with others. As Mercury retrogrades into Scorpio, we gain the opportunity to delve deep into our relationships and emotions, following a period of thoughtful reflection. Our instincts are heightened, resulting in a sense of unease. Staying calm means not getting swept away by a piece of gossip. Approach it with confidence and engage in an open conversation, even if it weighs heavily on your heart.
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On November 12, Mercury’s retrograde begins with a conjunction to Mars in Sagittarius, clearing the way for potential conflict stemming from a miscommunication. On November 17, Mercury retrograde aligns with Pluto in Aquarius, amplifying the challenges that emerged on the 12th just days prior. On the 17th, emotions may run high, so proceed with caution and keep discussions from spiraling out of hand. On November 18, Mercury transitions back into Scorpio, and shortly thereafter, the retrograde movements of Uranus in Taurus and Neptune in Pisces unveil hidden truths. On the 20th, just hours before the New Moon, the Sun aligns with Mercury retrograde. On November 22, the retrograde of Saturn in Pisces and Jupiter in Cancer work together to bring a sense of structure to the atmosphere. On the 24th, we will push past limits as Venus and Mercury retrograde in Scorpio align, compelling us to confront past situations and individuals.
This Mercury retrograde is set to be quite challenging. To truly thrive, we must avoid deceiving ourselves. Recognizing our emotions and standing firm on our needs may lead to tension with those who aren’t prepared to listen. We must express our feelings openly rather than suppress them to prevent conflict and please others. Being honest and straightforward during Mercury retrograde is essential. We need to refine and streamline our language repeatedly to effectively convey our messages. Miscommunications are everywhere, so it’s crucial to review your messages for typos before hitting send. To ease anxiety and stress, it’s wise to give ourselves an extra half hour for travel to our destination, as this can help mitigate potential travel issues.
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This dynamic moonwalk is set to ignite our passions and stir our feelings. The allure of the watery planets stirs a deep nostalgia within us. Even if the moment has passed, its value remains intact. Now is the perfect opportunity to repair relationships, nurture our emotions, and reflect on the past to correct our mistakes or fulfill previous commitments. The moment of truth has arrived—are you prepared?
Godspeed!
Mercury Retrograde, November 2025: Important Astrological Dates
November 9th: Mercury stations retrograde in Sagittarius.
November 9th-12th: Mercury conjunct Mars in Sagittarius, which could lead to arguments, impulsive statements, or confrontations over misunderstandings. Words hold immense power during this time, so caution is advised.
November 11th: Jupiter goes retrograde in Cancer, adding to the general reflective and slowdown energy of the month, as a total of five planets are in retrograde simultaneously (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Mercury).
November 17th: Retrograde Mercury sextile Pluto in Aquarius, encouraging deep self-analysis and intuitive breakthroughs.
November 18th: Retrograde Mercury re-enters the sign of Scorpio, shifting the focus from broad philosophies (Sagittarius) to deep, hidden emotional truths and intimacy.
November 19th: Retrograde Mercury opposes Uranus retrograde in Taurus and trines Neptune retrograde in Pisces. This combination can bring unexpected revelations, tech glitches, and moments of confusion, as secrets may be revealed.
November 20th: The Sun forms a conjunction with Mercury retrograde (also involving Black Moon Lilith) in Scorpio, a few hours before the New Moon in Scorpio. This is a potent time for processing past events and gaining new clarity or a new perspective on a critical situation.
November 22nd: Retrograde Mercury trine Saturn retrograde in Pisces and Jupiter retrograde in Cancer, which may help to stabilize emotions and provide an opportunity to add structure to the lessons learned.
November 24th: Retrograde Mercury meets with Venus in Scorpio, bringing back past relationship issues or people from the past to be dealt with, allowing for potential closure or a new start based on honesty.
November 29th: Mercury stations direct in Scorpio, marking the end of the apparent backward motion and bringing clarity to the emotional matters that surfaced during the transit.
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