The Second Chance (KB)

If you’re an avid follower of the astrological forecast, you’re probably aware that Mercury, the planet of messages and communication, has turned retrograde and will remain so for the next few weeks. This cosmic phenomenon happens a few times a year, and when it does, we experience it through a blockage or slowdown in all modes of communication: email, phone, even face-to-face conversations. Mercury in retrograde usually has somewhat of a bad reputation, and we tend to blame any communication misunderstandings on its influence. However, with the current astrological alignment and the fact that Mercury is retrograde in its native dualistic sign of Gemini, this particular retrograde bodes well for second chances. What do I mean by “second chance”? There is the second chance that occurs in simple day-to-day actions, when we say, "OK, first time it didn't go so well, so I'm going to try it again." These are relatively easy to fix. But when it comes to relationships, for example, it is not always so easy to have a "do-over" because usually there are egos and hurt feelings involved. During this period of Mercury in retrograde, if we are willing give up our stubbornness and allow the universe to guide us in the right direction, and if we are willing to change our stance in order to build a bridge to the other person, we may just be able to get that second chance we've been hoping for. So yes, make sure you dot your i's and cross your t's. Double-check those emails before you send them. Don't get angry about delays and setbacks. Be careful and patient when it comes to communication. And above all, do believe in the power of the Light and the possibility of second chances.