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Navigating the Chaos: How to Survive When Multiple Planets are in Retrograde

(originally written on wickedobscura.com)

Have you ever felt like the world is crashing down on you?

When everything you touch seems to go wrong and every communication you have is met with confusion? It may not just be bad luck, but the alignment of several planets in retrograde. There are times when one planet goes into retrograde, but what happens when multiple planets do? The negative effects of each planet magnify, making it more challenging to navigate day-to-day life. However, it is possible to not only survive but also thrive during these times.

Understand the Planets that are in retrograde.

The first thing you need to do is educate yourself on which planets are in retrograde. When multiple planets are in retrograde, it can be challenging to decipher which energy is affecting you. The slow-moving giants of the sky, such as Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, have a longer retrograde period, and their effects are more significant.

Mercury retrograde is the most popular retrograde to note, but its effects are more short-term.

You must understand these planets’ energies to recognize the source of the challenges you may face during this time.

Practice Self-Care

The retrograde period is a time to slow down, reflect, and take care of yourself. When everything seems to go wrong, it is easy to become stressed and, in turn, neglect your self-care routine. During these times, ensure that you are getting enough rest, drinking enough water, and exercising regularly. Set aside time for meditation, journaling, or any activity that brings peace to your life.

Stay in the Present

During a planetary retrograde, it is easy to worry about the past or be fearful of the future. However, it is essential to stay in the present moment. Worrying about the past or future will only heighten anxiety and stress levels, further complicating the challenges that the planets bring. Focus on the present and take life one day at a time.

Reevaluate Your Communications

Communication is the most affected area during a retrograde period. It is a time when misunderstandings, arguments, and conflicts are more common. You must review and clear any misunderstandings with your loved ones or colleagues. Be careful with your words and think before you speak, as it can save you from a lot of trouble. When communication is clear, it helps reduce misunderstandings.

Trust the Process

Lastly, trust the process. Retrogrades are periods of growth, reflection, and contemplation, even though it may be challenging to navigate at times. When the planets are in retrograde, it is an excellent time to reassess our lives, establish new habits, and move forward with intention. Trust that everything is happening for a reason, and you will come out of this period more knowledgeable and aware.

Navigating a retrograde period with many planets in retrograde can be challenging, but it is possible to make it through.

Take time to understand which planets are retrograding and how their energies can affect you. Keep up with your self-care routine, stay in the present moment, clarify communications, and trust the process. During these times, we are called to evaluate our lives and practices and make adjustments accordingly. Embrace the changes and growth that come with a retrograde period, and you will come out more enhanced.

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