How Each Sign Can Grow Through Mercury Retrograde

Mercury rules communication, intellect, decision-making, judgment, and transportation. One way or another, all of which directly influence how you manage your personal influences. So, when Mercury Retrograde comes around on September 27 you may experience some turbulence that could possibly cause frustrating and stressful issues with your finances. 

To help you get through the doom and gloom of Mercury Retrograde we’ve come up with financial advice for each sign! Please take the financial advice to heart but (if you’re an astrology skeptic) don’t take the astrology bit too seriously! 

Don’t let a frustrating situation get the best of you. Step back from that frustrating situation and ground yourself before making any financial decisions. The best money moves come from a grateful heart and a level head.

Dear Taurus, I know you’re the Queen of the Treat Yo’ Self movement but in these times it’s best to prioritize more important things first. Make sure that you pay yourself first (no, that’s not another way of saying “treat yourself”) and that you pay off all your bills and necessities before you spend on your wants. Just a precaution in case things go awry!

FYI, Gemini is ruled by Mercury so when Mercury Retrograde comes around it affects you the most. In this time, refrain from making big life or career decisions. Put those on hold for now and instead focus your energy on cultivating your skills. Now is a good time to invest in your personal growth, may it be taking that online course you’ve been eyeing, reading a self-help book, or getting a mentor you can learn from.

To quote Nikki Jurado or Nomad Finance Girl on Episode 4 of Simply Finance TV, she said “Money is emotionally charged. You have to know what your emotional attachments are to money because that is the only way for you to tweak and change your limiting beliefs around money.” In this season, take time to reflect on your spending habits. What emotions influence you when you spend on things you want? What can you change about your spending habits moving forward? 

We know your ambitions empower you and that you’re a busy gal but in this time we urge you to take a step back from your responsibilities and to reflect on how far you’ve come! Find the time to audit your financial goals so you can (1) mull over the next steps you need to take (2) and celebrate your progress. If you have a financial plan from Simply Finance, now is the time to check in on it to see if you need to adjust or recalibrate it. 

Don’t overthink your financial situation. Keep it simple! Sometimes the most difficult problems have very simple solutions. Last tip, don’t be afraid to ask for help, Simply Finance has a new service called Simple Solutions. With Simple Solutions, we can consult you on your immediate needs by quickly connecting you to a financial planner. 

Be wary of miscommunications with your work BFFs or with your clients! We know you really value your relationships so just be conscious of the way Mercury Retrograde can influence communication issues. Miscommunications can really cause a lot of stress at work or can even lead to loss of income so triple check if you’re communicating things clearly, kindly, and effectively.

Tap into your intuition when you encounter any financial turbulence in this season. In times of chaos, stay grounded through your values and your financial goals--they can lead the way if you’re feeling lost. When in doubt, don’t let pride keep you from seeking the advice of an expert. If you have urgent questions about personal finance don’t hesitate to reach out to Simply Finance.

We know you’ve been feeling restless being stuck at home because of COVID but don’t let canceled plans or postponed trips dampen your spirits! Take this time as an opportunity to build your emergency fund/savings, lessen your monthly expenses, and increase your savings for travel expenses. So when it’s time again to make travel plans you already have the money set aside to plan your dream getaway. 

Capricorns are known to be prudent and pragmatic when it comes to money matters! We know you’ve got everything planned to a tee but when Mercury is in retrograde it’s best not to be too rigid. Your plans can come undone and when they do, don’t sweat it too much. Be resourceful and adapt to the situations thrown your way.

Sometimes detours, obstacles, or rejections can actually lead you to abundance! Marcus Aurelius once said, “The obstacle is the way.” Be wary of your limiting beliefs and shift to an abundance mindset. 

You have a lot of big dreams and though it may not sound romantic, you need the money to fund those dreams! So save earnestly, build your emergency fund, and get insurance so you have a safety net. During Mercury Retrograde, hold back on impulse purchases. Your money is worth more when you invest in your dreams.