A Writer's Listicle For Mercury Retrograde
and eclipse season.
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Hello, Hello Cheerful Writer,
Navigating Mercury retrograde and eclipse season can be a challenging time for writers.
I don’t blame you if you’re already crying into your pillow…I know I was yesterday.
These astrological events can also be a source of inspiration and growth for your writing.
Below are ten actionable ways to stay inspired and boost your writing during Mercury retrograde and eclipse season.
Get ready to harness the unique energies afoot in the cosmos while enhancing your creativity and keep your writing on track.
10 Actionable Ways to Get Inspired and Boost Your Writing During Mercury Retrograde and Eclipse Season
Morning Pages: Mercury retrograde and eclipse seasons can bring introspection and reflection. Starting your day with free-form writing can help you navigate your thoughts and emotions during these times. If you haven’t heard of morning pages, check out Julia Cameron’s famous book, THE ARTIST’S WAY
Change Your Environment: Shake up your routine during these astrologically charged times. A change of scenery can bring new perspectives and ideas to your writing. My go to? I head to a local coffee shop in my little Maine town. The hustle and bustle keeps me focused and sometimes I overhear conversations that provide new inspiration.
Read Widely: With communication planet Mercury in retrograde, reading diverse genres and authors can expand your thinking and inspire fresh insights. Right now I’m reading JAMES by Percival Everett and
‘s Substack, How To Glow In The Dark.Mind Mapping: Use this technique to visualize your thoughts and ideas. It can be particularly helpful when Mercury's retrograde energy causes communication challenges. I’ve been using mindmapping since the 7th grade. It’s also how I study for tests!
Writing Prompts: Mercury retrograde can disrupt creativity, but writing prompts can help kickstart your imagination and keep your writing flow steady. Here’s yesterday’s post with action items and writing prompts - a Mercury Retrograde Prep Kit.
Take a Walk: Movement is beneficial during Mercury retrograde and eclipse season. A walk can clear your mind and help you see your writing projects from a new angle. When I find myself gripping to an outcome or staring out the window too long for an idea, I know it’s time to take a walk or get outside. Fresh air does wonders.
Join a Writing Group: Connecting with others can provide support and inspiration during these astrologically intense times. Have you ever joined a writer’s group or attended a writing retreat? Hit reply and tell me what it was like and what you loved. I want to know more!
Practice Freewriting: Embrace the spontaneous energy of Mercury retrograde by letting your thoughts flow freely onto the page. Here is a 10-minute writing prompt to help your freewriting flow.
Create a Vision Board: Visualizing your writing goals can be powerful during eclipse season. A vision board can help you stay focused and motivated. I’m obsessed with the collage workbook by
!Mindful Observation: During Mercury retrograde, slow down and pay attention to the details. This practice can enhance your writing by adding depth and richness to your descriptions.
Keep this list close this month. It will help you stay motivated, on track, and ready for even the biggest creative hiccups that can happen during this retrograde.
And while these astrological events can bring challenges, they also offer opportunities for growth and transformation in your writing practice.
Are you ready? Was this list helpful? Hit reply or comment below and let me know! All the replies come straight to my inbox!
Happy Writing!
Licia
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You have so much amazing + actionable advice! Have you ever thought about creating a guided journal for your paid subscribers for them to follow along with you on some of these exercises? I could see myself using it in the morning to center myself for the day. If you already have something like that, please direct me to it! Astrology fascinates me but can also be overwhelming. You have a great way of breaking it down.
Very helpful ideas. I'm not a Mercury retrograde natally. (Grammarly is not happy w/ natally and changes it to naturally.) However, I generally write more! As I mentioned in my survey, I've become unmoored without the accountability of my writing community. I wrote more since the retrograde shadow began, than I have all year.