Mercury is officially moving forward as of November 29th. The retrograde period is not over, as we are in post shadow until December 15th. Mercury began its retrograde @ 6° of Sagittarius and went back to 20° Scorpio. Over the next 15 days, Mercury will revisit the areas covered 2x’s already. Planets and points within that range are getting reworked, reevaluated, investigated and perhaps discovered. The third and final swing is often where we ‘get it’. We understand something new about ourselves, others or life in general. As we move forward past the post shadow period, we are prepared to make use of these findings in the future.
Mercury forward means that things are getting moving again. Things begin to travel a bit easier through the physical and energetic worlds. The communication can be challenging as Mercury has dug into intense depths. Not exactly sure what to say or ready to say it until Mercury re enters Sagittarius on the 12th of December. These communications can will lack some nuance until after the 15th and may not actually land until Christmas December 25th when Mercury enters Capricorn.
The flow of life is a bit easier but the seriousness and intensity of Mercury in Scorpio can have us overthinking our next moves. If you feel frozen, know that Venus in Sagittarius wants you to trust while Mercury in Scorpio is keeping a close eye on the unfolding.
December 1st-December 11th can be a great time to test the waters without fully committing to something. Once Mercury reaches Sagittarius on the 12th, there will be some impulsive energy for the next few weeks. With focus, self awareness, intention and research.. impulsivity can be a reflection of intuition.
This time is a little more complicated than a traditional post shadow for Mercury…
Mercury’s role in the Grand Water Trine
Mercury will make a series of aspects during this third and final wave. Developing geometry in the sky is being moved forward as these aspects from Mercury signify the end of the Grand Water Trine that first began in early October. ((If you follow my writing you are well versed in this READ MORE HERE)). The final aspects are as follows.
These transits each have their own individual flavor and you can read more about them HERE
Here is a snippet ((within the post, please ignore the fact that I made November have 31 days))
Mercury turns direct on the 31st ((umm actually the 29th/30th)). This will be felt strongly from the 27th-3rd as Mercury is changing directions again. Momentum starts building and by the 3rd we are back up to a reasonable pace. Mood can elevate a bit easier, take a load off. Things feel a little lighter before the next wave of the Grand Water Trine.
The 6th and 7th pick back up where we left off on the 22nd of November. Mercury trine Jupiter and then Saturn. The 6th is a wonderful day for an adventure. Perhaps we are hatching new ideas into fruition, making a plan and aligning details. Whatever big project we are working on moves forward. Lack can turn into abundance over these two days. Create some structure for yourself on the 7th. Use that time to recenter your energies from the last few months.
The 10th and 11th try to catch us back up to speed. The bigger stories are off the chains. Information is seemingly everywhere and most of it doesn’t make any sense. Provocative yet somehow uninteresting. This could be disorienting but that won’t last long.
Mercury getting out of post shadow is similar to getting our energy and possessions back after a break up. We may have been living with someone and shared space. The post shadow is when we go back to get our things or decide to just sell, give away or let go of some of it. In our lives during this period, we can look to see what’s worth bringing forward and what might be better left behind or given away. Some patterns have been living rent free in your life but stealing vitality and joy… do you want to bring them forward? Things should feel a little new and possibly scary, that is okay. Just trust that you have guidance and can figure things out as your go.
Prior to this Rx, Saturn was moving direct in the sign of Aries. Saturn has been working in union with Neptune for the last year. As of February 20th 2026, the two planets will reach a conjunction in the first degree of Aries. This is an important point for the entire planet. There is much to be said about this event. For now, we focus on Saturns completion in Pisces.
Saturn in Pisces
March 7th 2023 – February 13th 2026
Saturn has been in Pisces since March of 2023 with a short visitation into Aries.
May 24, 2025: Saturn enters Aries.
September 1, 2025: Saturn retrogrades back into Pisces.
February 13, 2026: Saturn re-enters Aries.
April 12, 2028: Saturn enters Taurus.
Saturn in Pisces
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If you have planets in late Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, Sagittarius, Scorpio or Cancer than a long developing and transformational aspect is coming to a close. In a way, Saturn is coming to clean up from the dissolution caused by Neptune. Planets and points in these signs at 23°-29° are getting a boost from Saturn. Saturn boosts aren’t always fun and you may been feeling a sense of restriction. Less is more, quality over quantity. Hard work pays off in ways that aren’t always seen right away. If you feel that you’ve been lacking or haven’t been recognized for your work and gifts… you are not alone. That time is coming to an end, but it requires you to re inspire yourself. Continue to do the things that you know you love to do. Do them professionally and in an unattached fashion. Do them because you are drawn to them and do them because you love them.
If something just isn’t working, it may be time for it to fade away. By February of 2026, new options will be available. That space you have been healing and carving out… it is ready to be put to use. In short, keep going.
Saturns Final Push in Pisces
November 27th – February 13th
As Saturn gets moving again, things take on a more serious tone. It is nothing we aren’t prepared for as Mercury in Scorpio has us looking for something to dig into. In addition, Venus, Sun and Mars in Sagittarius give us plenty of playful energy to lighten the mood. We may want to restrict ourselves under this final influence of Saturn in Pisces. It would behoove us to focus on downsizing as opposed to restriction. If you sacrifice too much, you are no longer able to be of service to others. Instead of taking from yourself, look to share your abundance with others. Instead of looking for recognition for your works, look for people who really need some help and share your excess with them. Rewards under Saturn in Pisces come from Spirit, from God and not directly from other people. Nothing goes unnoticed, so stay within your moral and ethical guidelines. Karmic situations are highlighted to work with from pervious lifetimes or portions of this life. Find gratitude in the ability to release this weight.