June 12, 2026 - Mercury Pre-Retrograde Shadow begins in Cancer
Series: Cosmic Journal Prompts
Ahhh… the shadow before Mercury retrograde officially commences. Communication and decisions are starting to feel murkier. Avoid signing major contracts or making big announcements — the retrograde energy is already building. If you must make bigger decisions, slow down, take time to analyze and ask questions.
Mercury will officially be in retrograde on June 29th.
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Here are 3 journal prompts to assist with decision-making, communication, and restraining the pace in preparation for Mercury Retrograde.
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1. What important conversations, contracts, or decisions am I feeling urged to rush through right now? What would happen if I slowed down instead?
2. Is there anything unresolved in my home or family life that I’ve been avoiding addressing?
3. What do I need to back up, double-check, or prepare before the retrograde officially begins?
It’s not officially retrograde yet. What can you do right now?
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