In this article, we’ll continue to explore the themes Mercury retrograde through the other half of the chart, from 7th house to the 12th house.

7th House: Reassessing Relationships and Partnerships

When Mercury retrogrades in the 7th house, it raises our awareness to relationships - both personal and professional. This is a time to revisit unresolved issues in partnerships, reexamine the balance of give-and-take and refine how we connect with others. The sabian symbols for the retrograde station, “A Group of immigrants Fulfilling the Requirements for Entering a New Country,” asks whether the structures within our relationships are serving both parties. Are expectations and boundaries clearly defined? Past relationships issues may re-surface. As Mercury station direct (“Cupid Knocking at the Door of a Human Heart”), it encourages openness to love, reconciliation, and new levels of emotional intimacy.

With Jupiter retrograde in Gemini in the 1st, we are called to pause and look inward, our self-identity and approach in our relationships. This interplay urges clarity in self-identity.

Key themes:

>> Re-evaluate relationship dynamic and how we relates to others, what we have left behind and needed to rekindle, or catch up?

>> Reflect on contracts or agreements that need adjustment.

>> Balance one-to-one commitments (7th) and perhaps redefine our identity (1st house)

Questions that we may want to ask ourselves:

> > Are there any impractical, or have we neglected details in our one-to-one relationship?

>> Are we actively expansive outside our relationship?

Tips:

Revisit old connections but avoid making binding agreements until Mercury turns direct.

Focus on resolving misunderstandings and nurturing emotional openness.

8th House: Revisiting Shared Resources and Intimacy and Emotional Depth

Mercury retrograde in the 8th house prompts a deep dive into themes of shared resources, intimacy, and transformation. Are our taxes, debts and shared resources are in order? Secrets or unresolved issues may resurface, offering an opportunity for healing and recalibelaration.

The Sabian symbol highlights the need to establish new terms in shared endeavours. Are our shared resources and emotional agreement equitable At the direct station, a deeper sense of trust and vulnerability emerges, opening the door for renewed intimacy and calaboration.

The Jupiter-Mercury opposition brings an intellectual dimension to these emotional themes, encouraging thoughtful discussions about shared values and mutual goals.

Key themes:

>> Reassess shared resources, debts, and financial agreements.

>> Explore emotional and psychological patterns tied to trust and vulnerability.

>> Re-evaluate, reassess balance individual independence (2nd) with shared responsibilities (8th).

Questions we might asked ourselves:

>> Are our financial and emotional psychological patterns tied to trust and vulnerability?

>> How can we cultivate deeper trust and transparency in our relationships?

Tips:

Review joint financial commitments and agreements.

Avoid taking on new debts or major financial obligations until clarity returns post-retrograde.

Use this time for emotional reflection and letting go of outdated attachments.

9th House: Re-evaluating Beliefs, Goals, Long-term Aspirations

With Mercury retrograding in the 9th house, the focus shifts to our worldview, philosophical beliefs, long-distance journey and publishing matters. This is a time to re-evaluate our relationship with the larger groups, before we are ready reconnect, spreading ideas or learning from others through sharing our beliefs, this could be through travelling short or long distance that expand our horizons.

The opposition between Jupiter and Mercury in mutual reception, imagine the they are staying in each other house, like a holiday exchange. This interplay urges a balance intellectual curiosity and practical application.

Key themes:

>> Reflect on long-term aspirations and beliefs systems.

>> Revisit academic or travel plans with an open mind for revisions. Perhaps revisits old places would give you new sparks, inspirations.

>> Balance information in and from (3rd) with big picture thinking (9th).

Questions we might asked ourselves:

>> Are our goals and beliefs aligned with our authentic self?

> > What perspectives or opportunities have we overlooked?

10th House: Rethinking Career, Life Direction and Public Image

When Mercury retrograde in the 10th house it’s time to reassess our professional goals, public image, the role we play in the outer world, long-term ambitions. Delays in career projects may arise, urging us to revisit unfinished tasks or refine our strategies. The sabian symbol for Mercury station retrograde reflects the need to evaluate whether our career goals align with our evolving values, are we engaging in career and profession, a life direction that inspire us also contribute to others? At the direct station, the focus shifts to cultivating meaningful connections in our professional life and finding purpose in our work.

With Jupiter retrograde in Gemini (4th) opposing Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius, there’s a need to look inward the meaning of home and family , our roots, and how it supports us to reach out the outer world during these retrograde period.

Key themes:

>> Reassess professional ambitions and public image.

>> Address miscommunications or unresolved issues in the workplace.

>> Re-defining the meaning of home and family, roots, and our role in the public world.

Questions we may asked ourselves:

>> Are our career goals aligned with our core values and passions?

>> How can we create harmony between public and private life?

Tips:

Use this time to refine our professional goals and strategies.

Revisit old career projects or reconnect with people that inspires us.

11th House: Reflecting on Friendships and Long -term goals

Mercury retrograde in the 11th house invites reflection on friendships, social networks, and collective goals. This is a time to reassess group dynamics, reconnect with old friends, and refine our contributions to shared aspirations.

The sabian symbol at the retrograde station, highlights adaptability within social structures. Are our friendships and group affiliations supportive of our growth? At the direct station, the focus shifts to opening our heart to new connections and collaborative opportunities.

The Jupiter-Mercury opposition emphasises the interplay between our individual passions (5th house) and our role within broader social circles (11th house).

Key themes:

>> Re-evaluate friendships, social groups, and long-term aspirations.

>> Reflect on how our contributions align with shared goals.

>> Balance personal creativity (5th) with collective responsibilities (11th).

Questions we might asked ourselves:

>> Are our friendships and affiiliation aligned with our values and goals?

>> How can we contribute more meaningfully to our community or social networks?

Tips:

Reconnect with old acquaintance or revisit past group projects.

Use this time to clarify our role within social or professional circles.

Avoid taking a new commitments until Mercury goes direct.

12th House: Revisiting Inner Growth and Spiritual Insights

With Mercury retrograding in the 12th house, the focus turns inward to spiritual growth, subconscious patterns, and hidden aspects of life. This is time to reflect, release, and reconnect with our inner wisdom. Secrets or unresolved emotional issues may surface, offering opportunities for healing and closure.

The sabian symbol for the retrograde station, the focus shifts to embracing love, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal. With Jupiter retrograde in Gemini in the 6th house, we’re more focus on inner, wellbeing, rather than overextend ourselves, we pause and take a deep breath, expand in inner reflection.

Key themes:

>> Reflect on subconscious patterns and spiritual practices.

>> Re-evaluate how rest and solitude support our well-beng.

>> Balance daily routines (6th) with inner growth (12th).

Questions we may asked ourselves:

>> What emotional or spiritual patterns are ready for release?

>> How can we create more space for inner peace and renewal?

Tips

Practice meditation or journaling to gain clarity on hidden emotions.

Avoid overextending ourselves: priorities rest and self-care.

Use this time for spiritual growth and deeper self-awareness.

Conclusion: Moving Forward with Clarify towards the new year

Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius offers a powerful opportunity for reflection and recalibration. Each house it transits highlights a specific area o life that calls for deeper awareness and realignment. With transiting Jupiter in Gemini opposing Mercury retrograde, this retrograde cycle emphasises the importance of balance - between details and vision, intellect and intuition, and personal and collective aspirations. As Mercury station direct, embrace the insights gained during this time to move forward with authenticity, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Consider keep a journal, it would be interesting to look back the past Mercury retrogrades, on you sail through them!

Have a good one x