Here’s a refresher on what you can expect from a retrograde shadow period, plus some tips for navigating your relationships—romantic and otherwise—until its really over: “It’s a bit like retracing steps,” the twins say, and it can last for weeks and even months. We see this “shadow” with the moon phases as well. You might feel the full moon’s heightened energy in the days leading up to it and after it, for example. As astrologer Jennifer Racioppi tells mbg, your reflections can guide you toward future action—and then it’s up to you to “score the touchdown” so to speak. From exes coming back around to communication mishaps, what did you experience this retrograde? What can this teach you about your relationships, what’s working in them, and what isn’t? By all means, put together a plan of action based on your reflections—but don’t feel like you need to do anything drastic just yet. This brings us to our next point… If you find yourself struggling to communicate effectively, know that it’s fine to hold off on any major conversations for the next couple of weeks if you can. And if you do have to tackle a big discussion with a partner, friend, or family member, consider having a script of talking points to avoid getting lost in translation.
