There are NO planets in retrograde right now — repeat — NONE. So.

The ninth planet was no more. At the same time, the discovery of these objects uncovered a major new lead in the search for a hidden planet. It turns out that Sedna is not moving in the way everyone expected – tracing elliptical rings around the Sun, from within the Kuiper Belt.

Mercury Retrograde Dates in 2020 February 16 – March 9. June 18 – July 12.

With the retrograde taking place entirely within your zodiac sign, you’re feeling it in a super personal way, Aquarius. You’re usually full of strong opinions and new ideas, but you might be left feeling like you’re in a three-week-long brain fog, unable to form a thought that feels like your own.

January 2021’s Mercury retrograde will either sap you of your usual zest and leave you feeling lethargic, or fill you with chaotic, scattered energy that might have you feeling restless, unfocused and anxious. According to astrologer Helen Frost, how you channel said energy during Mercury retrograde is pivotal.

Mercury’s major influence will be exerted upon fixed signs, such as Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, and Scorpio, but also upon two of the signs it governs: Gemini and Virgo. During Mercury Retrograde periods everyone will notice issues like: the communication between people is disturbed. blockages and delays in transport occur.

Here are a few things you should avoid doing during Mercury retrograde — along with some things you definitely should do.

• Take A Closer Look At Your Finances. filadendron/E+/Getty Images.
• Let Go Of Old Grudges.
• Don’t Sign Any Contracts Or Start New Projects.
• Don’t Speak Without Thinking Things Through Completely.

Mercury retrograde is an optical illusion which means it looks as if the planet is moving backwards from our view here on earth. Astrologers believe that during this perceived backwards motion, technology and communication could get disrupted, putting a damper on anyone’s summer mood.

Of course, actual scientists point out that any “retrograde” motion by Mercury is an optical illusion. And they vigorously dispute the core belief of astrology, that the motion of the planets can influence events here on Earth. In fact, studies have shown no correlation between the behavior of planets and of people.

Mercury retrograde shakes up all your relationships. This doesn’t just affect that person you are involved with; it may also affect your ex-girlfriend who, all of a sudden, pops up in your life with a bunch of things to say.

“Buying and selling during retrograde is fine,” Wright says, “so long as contracts have been drawn up before.” If any major last-minute changes take place, consider waiting until after retrograde to sign the paperwork. Don’t be swayed by your own change of heart.