Mercury Rx in November
What the Transit Means for the Collective
On November 9, Mercury stations retrograde at 6°51′ Sagittarius, beginning a period of reflection & communication rewinds. (New York Post) As Mercury slides back into Scorpio around November 18, the tone deepens: what started as worldview & belief examination in Sagittarius becomes emotional, intimate & investigative in Scorpio. (People.com)
This retrograde invites us to revisit the stories we tell about our purpose & connection (Sagittarius), & then move into examining the hidden motivations & buried truths (Scorpio). Because Mercury governs communication, thought, travel, technology & exchange, many may experience delays, rewrites, misunderstandings, or surprises; particularly in the contexts of ideology, philosophy, intimate relationships, shared resources & transformations. (The Cut)
For the collective, themes will include: reevaluating beliefs (“Did I buy into this because I believed it or because someone told me to?”), redefining how we use our words & stories, revising commitments, & investigating emotional or financial entanglements that were made under less clear skies. Because the backdrop hosts not just Mercury but multiple outer planet retrogrades (including Jupiter in Cancer beginning ~November 11) the collective is being asked to slow down & integrate rather than push forward at usual pace. (The Economic Times)
Other Planetary Events Affecting This Transit
While Mercury takes centre stage, its effects are amplified by other planetary movements:
Jupiter turns retrograde in Cancer on around November 11, stirring themes of emotional security, belonging and inner expansion rather than outward push. (The Economic Times)
The retrograde shift from Sagittarius into Scorpio changes the “house” of the process: turning from philosophy driven to depth driven, meaning our inner thoughts & communications now carry more subtext and emotional weight. (Refinery29)
With Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius (a sign where Mercury is considered in “detriment”), there’s a risk of over confidence, misinterpretation or broad statements made without enough grounding. (The Cut)
The Scorpio phase invites a detective’s mindset: motive, power dynamics, hidden layers; all become more salient. Miscommunications may feel more charged & significant.
These overlapping influences mean: important decisions may feel urgent but require more time, clarity, & revision than usual. The invitation is to pause, reflect, revise, then act rather than push ahead full throttle.
What to Do During This Time
During this Mercury retrograde, the best approach is one of intentional pause rather than forced action. First, if you can, avoid launching major new projects, signing binding contracts, or committing irrevocably—especially before the post shadow period ends mid December. (Refinery29)
Use this time to review & refine:
Reconnect with old ideas or contacts you left behind. They may hold keys you missed.
Reroute your communication: check messages twice, clarify wording, ask questions rather than assume you know.
Reassess beliefs: Are you living the narrative you chose, or one you inherited?
In the Scorpio phase, lean into introspection: what emotional contract, power dynamic, or secret is due for light?
Use grounded rituals: journaling, dream work, meditation, review of your mindset, checking finances, revisiting shared resources.
Stay practical about technology and travel: backups, caution, and patience will save you headache.
Above all: treat this phase as a rewind and refine rather than a detour. When Mercury stations direct on November 29, you’ll be better positioned to move forward with the clarity you gained.
Keywords for Each Rising Sign
Use the rising sign as your lens; here are keywords to keep in mind during this retrograde:
Aries Rising – Beliefs, Worldview, Travel, Publishing, Big Picture Reflection
Taurus Rising – Shared Resources, Intimacy, Debt, Hidden Value, Emotional Equity
Gemini Rising – Health Regimen, Daily Routines, Service, Mind & body Dialogue, Work Flow
Cancer Rising – Creativity, Romance, Joy, Children, Inner Child Healing
Leo Rising – Home, Family Patterns, Roots, Private Life, Ancestral Review
Virgo Rising – Communication Style, Neighbors, Short Travels, Learning Curve, Perception
Libra Rising – Finances, Income Streams, Value Proposition, Self Worth, Security
Scorpio Rising – Identity, Image, Personal Agenda, How You Show Up, Core Self
Sagittarius Rising – Partnerships, Legal Agreements, “Us” Dynamics, Contracts Review
Capricorn Rising – Vision, Long-Range Goals, Spiritual Beliefs, Ethical Framework
Aquarius Rising – Community Ties, Networks, Groups, Collective Projects, Friendships
Pisces Rising – Inner World, Subconscious, Spiritual Solitude, Dreams, Retreats
As Mercury retraces its steps from Sagittarius’s wide open skies into Scorpio’s deep waters, the invitation is clear: slow down, listen inward, & get honest with yourself. This retrograde isn’t here to punish you; it’s here to realign you. The universe is giving you a chance to edit your story, reclaim your voice, & release the beliefs or emotional patterns that no longer match the version of you that’s emerging. Let this be a season of intentional recalibration instead of resistance.
If you’re feeling these shifts personally; in your relationships, your business, your spiritual practice, or your emotional world; this is the perfect time to book a reading or work one-on-one with me. Mercury retrograde highlights the places where clarity is needed most, & together we can decode what’s being revealed to you.
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