Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius 2025: Rewriting Truth and Reclaiming Perspective

Three times a year, Mercury—the planet that governs communication, travel, and technology—appears to slow down and move in reverse. This optical illusion, known as Mercury Retrograde, occurs due to the shifting speeds and alignments between Earth and Mercury as they orbit the Sun. Though the planet isn’t truly moving backward, it creates an energetic ripple we can definitely feel here on Earth.

These retrograde periods tend to stir up delays, miscommunications, and technological glitches, making them potent times to pause, revisit, and realign. Rather than charging forward, we’re invited to slow down and reflect, especially in areas tied to conversation, planning, short trips, and our mental processing.

In 2025, Mercury retrogrades three times, each transit unfolding in different signs and bringing unique lessons. When we understand the energy of each retrograde, we can work with it—rather than against it.

This article is about the final Mercury retrograde of the year  and it arrives just as the holiday season begins—a sensitive time for planning, travel, and connection. As Mercury moves through Sagittarius and the back to Scorpio, we’re prompted to dig deep into our beliefs, motivations, and what we truly want to communicate.

For a deeper look on Mercury retrograde in General , you can explore the first article of this series [HERE].

Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius & Scorpio: November 9 – November 29, 2025

Our final Mercury Retrograde of 2025 begins on November 9, as the planet of communication, travel, and thought begins its backward dance through Sagittarius, before dipping into Scorpio and stationing direct on November 29. This three-week retrograde is more than just a cosmic slowdown—it’s an invitation to pause, reflect, and re-examine what we believe, how we communicate, and what truth means to us.

As Mercury retraces its steps through fiery Sagittarius and then slips into transformative Scorpio, the themes of belief, honesty, power, and inner truth come into focus. It’s time to reflect on where our words meet our convictions—and where they may have wandered off-course.

🌀 The Cosmic Energy: Sagittarius Meets Scorpio

Sagittarius is the philosopher and storyteller of the zodiac. It seeks expansion, knowledge, and meaning—it wants to see the world from a higher vantage point. But when Mercury goes retrograde here, that broad-minded optimism can collide with confusion, miscommunication, and overconfidence. The desire to “speak your truth” can turn into speaking too soon, or too loudly, without the full picture.

By November 18, Mercury will retreat into Scorpio, shifting the energy from open exploration to deep introspection. What began as a fiery quest for meaning turns into an emotional excavation. Secrets may surface, motives become clearer, and conversations take on greater emotional depth. The shift from Sagittarius to Scorpio invites us to integrate both energies: the quest for wisdom with the courage to face uncomfortable truths.

🔥 The Themes of Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius

Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius calls us to rethink what we believe and how we express it. Sagittarius governs our worldview, philosophy, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we are. When Mercury slows down here, we’re asked to question:

  • Are our beliefs still aligned with our values?
  • Do we speak to inspire or to convince?
  • Are we open to seeing things differently—or just defending old ideas?

This is not a time to cling to outdated opinions or rigid mindsets. It’s an opportunity to evolve. With Mercury retrograde, the wisdom we seek often emerges in silence, in review, or in revisiting what we once dismissed.

🌒 The Shift Into Scorpio: Depth, Power, and Transformation

When Mercury moves back into Scorpio during the last part of this retrograde, everything gets more intimate and raw. Scorpio energy digs deep—it wants to uncover what’s hidden beneath the surface. Expect emotionally charged conversations, revisited trust issues, and the resurfacing of matters left unresolved.

While this phase can feel intense, it offers powerful potential for healing. Mercury in Scorpio teaches us that truth is not just spoken—it’s felt.
This is the time to:

  • Revisit your emotional boundaries.
  • Explore where silence has been your defense mechanism.
  • Bring closure to power struggles or unresolved emotional matters.

🧭 How to Work With This Energy

Mercury retrograde is not a cosmic punishment—it’s a teacher. When we align with its rhythm, we can use it to strengthen our intuition, refine our words, and find clarity where confusion once lived.

Here’s how to navigate this one with grace:

✨ Revisit old ideas — Projects, studies, or goals connected to teaching, writing, publishing, or travel may return for refinement.

✨ Be mindful with communication — Avoid exaggeration or overpromising. Listen as much as you speak.

✨ Pause before booking or signing — Travel plans, contracts, and big decisions are best revisited after Mercury goes direct.

✨ Question what you believe — You may discover that old truths no longer fit the person you’ve become.

✨ Embrace shadow work — Scorpio’s influence encourages deep emotional honesty and the release of control.

✨ Stay curious and adaptable — Sagittarius thrives when it learns something new; flexibility will be your greatest ally.

How is this transit affecting each zodiac sign and in which domain of life?

Below are the domains of life where each zodiac sign will be triggered by this Mercury Retrograde transit to review and reconsider (look for your Sun, Ascendant, and Moon Signs):

♈ Aries

For Aries, this Mercury retrograde invites a deep review of your beliefs, principles, and worldview, especially those connected to travel, study, or cross-cultural experiences. As the retrograde continues, it turns your attention toward shared resources, intimacy, and empowerment — encouraging you to release old fears around vulnerability, trust, and financial entanglements.

♉ Taurus

This retrograde begins by highlighting themes of intimacy, shared finances, and personal transformation. You may find yourself reflecting on how power and vulnerability intertwine in your closest bonds. As the weeks unfold, the focus shifts toward your relationships and partnerships, helping you redefine what balance, honesty, and commitment mean to you.

♊ Gemini

For Gemini, Mercury’s backspin starts in the realm of relationships and agreements, prompting you to reassess how you connect and communicate with others. Later, the energy moves into your daily work and routines, asking you to bring more mindfulness, clarity, and integrity into your schedule, health habits, and collaborations.

♋ Cancer

Cancer, this retrograde begins by illuminating your daily rhythms, work environment, and well-being. You’re called to refine your balance between giving and restoring your energy. As the cycle deepens, Mercury moves into your creative and romantic sphere, encouraging you to reconnect with what sparks joy, love, and self-expression.

♌ Leo

For Leo, the retrograde first turns inward toward love, creativity, and joy — areas that define your sense of self-expression and passion. As Mercury shifts signs, your attention moves homeward, guiding you to reflect on family dynamics, emotional roots, and your sense of belonging. What brings you true comfort and authenticity?

♍ Virgo

Virgo, Mercury retrograde opens a conversation around your home life, family ties, and emotional foundations. It’s a powerful time to revisit your sense of security and inner grounding. Later, the focus transitions to communication, travel, and learning, helping you rethink how you share ideas, express truth, and stay connected to your environment.

♎ Libra

This Mercury retrograde begins by revisiting your communication style, mindset, and learning patterns. Clarity may come through rethinking how you express yourself and listen to others. As the retrograde continues, attention turns toward money, values, and self-worth, helping you rebuild a stronger relationship with your resources and confidence.

♏ Scorpio

Scorpio, Mercury’s retrograde first asks you to slow down and reflect on your finances, talents, and personal priorities. This is about redefining what truly sustains you. As the cycle deepens, the focus shifts to your self-image and ambitions, inviting you to refine your goals, your voice, and how you show up in the world.

♐ Sagittarius

For Sagittarius, this retrograde is especially personal. It begins in your own sign, urging you to rethink your identity, purpose, and direction. As Mercury drifts back into Scorpio, your journey becomes more internal — a time for spiritual reflection, emotional release, and letting go of old battles that no longer align with who you’re becoming.

♑ Capricorn

Capricorn, this Mercury retrograde opens with a focus on spirituality, healing, and the need to retreat. You may feel drawn to solitude and deeper self-analysis. As the retrograde continues, it moves into your house of future vision, helping you realign your goals, friendships, and long-term aspirations with your inner truth.

♒ Aquarius

For Aquarius, Mercury retrograde begins by stirring your hopes, dreams, and community connections. You may revisit old collaborations or question the direction of your long-term plans. Later, the focus shifts to your career and public image, offering insight into how your professional life aligns with your evolving ideals.

♓ Pisces

Pisces, this retrograde first turns your attention toward career, recognition, and the role you play in the world. You may be rethinking your professional path or the legacy you’re building. As Mercury moves back into Sagittarius, your focus expands toward beliefs, studies, and personal philosophy, inviting you to explore what truly gives your life meaning.

🌟 Final Insights: Truth, Freedom, and Renewal

Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius and Scorpio is a cosmic reminder that knowledge means little without understanding—and communication without empathy can become noise. As this final retrograde of 2025 draws to a close, the Universe invites us to refine our message, release what’s false, and recommit to living in integrity.

When Mercury stations direct on November 29, the fog begins to lift. What once felt confusing or uncertain will soon make sense. With patience, reflection, and honesty, this retrograde can help you rediscover your voice—and the truth it’s meant to share.

Many blessings,

Isabela

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