As Mercury continues its backward trek, until February 3, it re-enters the sign of Capricorn, allowing you the opportunity for review of the Capricorn themes in your life. This is necessary in order to make solid decisions, and re-thinking your approach will definitely help you. Here is the area of life which will be up for review and reconsideration:

Aries – Your career could be on your mind during this transit, and if you wish to take a new position, with a new company, a wait is advisable. Should you be considering returning to an old employer, provided they are offering suitable circumstances to meet your needs, the position would be favored. Do remember, a job is a job, and if you need one, do not allow yourself to lose an opportunity simply because of Mercury. You can always rethink your choices at a later date.

Taurus – You may be brimming with ideas now. Begin with the ones pertaining to projects which you already have in play. This could be a time to reconsider studies from which you could benefit. You are never too old to learn new skills. For the time being, try to maintain a broader view of your life, and its components, so as to have a firm grasp on the Big Picture. This transit can be both exciting and spiritual for you, opening you up to new possibilities. You will have the opportunity to pursue them in due time.

Gemini – You could be thinking you are capable of being a mindreader right now, but not everything is clear, so if you feel you are intuitively picking up on some things, do not respond to them acting in haste. Going over your budget, getting any necessary papers together for estate planning, inheritances, loans, etc., is all in your best interest. Prepare everything for the moment when you are able to move forward with your financial plans.

Cancer – This transit will likely find you sitting on the fence, asking yourself if you should, or you should not, so chances are you will not make any good moves right now, and it would be fine if you do not. Relationship matters of all types are up for review, and with this particular Mercury retrograde coinciding with a Venus retrograde, also in Capricorn, you will not be escaping relationship issues which need your attention. It may not be the time to move forward with any decisions, but progress toward them can take place.

Leo – It is likely you will find this transit a bit boring, tedious even, as you strive to simply do all of the adulting things which can not be escaped. Reconsidering any diet or exercise plan, or even the lack thereof, could become a real priority for you, and a few tweaks to your routine should have you feeling better about yourself in no time. The same goes for your work habits. Whether you leave home to go to work, or you work from home, sprucing up your work area, organizing it, and removing any clutter, will go a long way to improve performance on the job.

Virgo – Although creative pursuits are not typically in your wheelhouse, you could have a flow of ideas coming to you now, with the urge to return to projects you had set aside in the past. Having a sparring partner of sorts, not in the sense of fighting, but rather with an exchange of ideas and healthy debate could prove to be engaging for you. Idle chit-chat is not going to be your thing, so stick with conversations of substance. While romance could feel like a high priority for you, new romance is not yet favored.

Libra – Focus around the home and family is front and center for you now. If you are not working from home, you could be considering doing so. With the current Venus retrograde, and Mars, also being in Capricorn, the idea of a home-based business might be searing your brain. So, whether you wish to undertake a remodeling project around the house, or begin to put together the components necessary for doing your own thing, you will find home to be a top priority in more ways than one.

Scorpio – Chattiness will feel a bit foreign to you, considering you tend not to share much of importance. However, this is a great opportunity to tweak your communication skills. Do your best not to allow your thoughts to become too scattered. When Mercury does go direct, it will be in Capricorn, and you can put all of your endeavors into motion, utilizing Mercury, Mars, Venus, and Pluto, to help you get your point across effectively.

Sagittarius – During the retrograde part of this transit, reviewing any financial strategies and budgets you have in place, could be useful to finding a few extra dollars in your bottom line. Once Mercury has gone direct, you will have the power of Mercury, Mars, Venus, and Pluto, to transform your financial landscape. Whether you are considering a home-based business, or simply going into business for yourself, now would be the time to analyze where you stand.

Capricorn – The retrograde part of Mercury’s tour of your sign could be fraught with snafus and miscommunications, delays, and equipment and appliance breakdowns, but once Mercury is again moving forward, you are highly favored to make things happen for yourself. This type of cosmic energy in your corner will not come around again for a very long time, so be sure to make good use of it.

Aquarius – You could be keeping to yourself a bit more throughout this time, but if you take this opportunity for review, you will be armed with all sorts of propositions for moving forward before you know it. Research is highly favored now, and definitely in your best interest. Circle March 6 on your calendar, and make it a target date to put your plans into motion, just after the Pisces New Moon.

Pisces – This is a very social time, and the retrograde portion of it is best used to associate with those you already know. Try refarming any existing connections, for you never know how they will pay off down the line. Very soon you will be using your charms to connect with new people as well. Keep all of your options open, and do not rule anything out now.