Since civilizations first evolved, people have always looked to the stars for clues about their lives, and there has been a noticeable connection between the current state of your own sex life with the positioning of celestial bodies throughout the galaxy. Right now, Mercury is in retrograde, and while you may have heard those words elsewhere, it’s worth your time to better understand exactly what is going on.
For starters, while a telescope may appear to show you Mercury orbiting backward, Mercury retrograde, in fact, describes an optical illusion during which the planet only appears to be moving backward from our viewpoint on Earth. That’s very important because it means that our perception of Mercury or the timing of retrograde is actually responsible for shifts in our dating lives rather than a reversal of the actual planetary orbit.
This time, Mercury is moving retrograde, and the astrological charts show us it began retrograde on September 27, 2021, and will continue until October 18th of 2021. That means you should expect this period of interstellar tension to remain active until mid-October. Still, you can also expect things to fall nicely into place with plenty of time for the all-important Halloween festivities later in the month.
Mercury retrograde occurs three times a year. Usually from January to February, June to July, and September to October, so this will be the last period in 2021. Also, Mercury retrogrades won’t affect all zodiac signs in the same way, and the impact can be different from one period to the next. Therefore, it’s important when doing any research to make sure you are only analyzing the current retrograde period because what happens in the life of a Leo during retrograde in June of 1989 won’t necessarily give you any astrological clues about the life of a Gemini during this retrograde in October of 2021!
After consulting the star charts and the Astrology experts in the Adult FriendFinder community for details, here is what we have discovered for each zodiac sign. Because the more you know – the better you can plan and take action to turn this dating period to your advantage. This time, Mercury is retrograding over zodiac Libra (as per the Western system) and Virgo (as per Eastern or Vedic Astrology) until October 18, 2021, and here is your dating forecast one sign at a time:
Aries (March 21 — April 19)
How Mercury Retrograde will affect Aries’ sex life
Expect a more compelling sense of bonding to permeate your dating schedule. This can manifest itself in a few important ways. Some will experience lasting friendships with what otherwise might be one-night stands. Others may eschew their usual no-strings-attached arrangements for a recurring set of dates with the same handful of partners. Keep in mind that your hard-charging self-determination isn’t being taken from you; it’s just going on hiatus for a few weeks. By around October 25th, your more promiscuous side will start to gain momentum, so avoid making any promises of monogamy now that you won’t want to keep later.
Taurus (April 20 — May 20)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Taurus’ sex life
Expect your health to be highlighted this time of year. Any fitness regimen you start now will have more benefits than usual. Gains come faster and easier for those who pursue them, but laying in rest can be equally impactful (especially for those of us who have added some weight during quarantines). So step forward, and be the bull rather than letting life take you by the horns and turn up the intensity of your own self-improvement efforts. Your progress will get noticed, and you could be the shining star coming out of retrograde in all your splendor.
Gemini (May 21 — June 20)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Gemini’s sex life
Without being too raunchy, if you’ve been spending more time admiring yourself in the mirror lately, that’s Mercury affecting you. Retrograde affects the twins in you differently, bringing out the voyeur in one and the extrovert in the other. These may be the best self-initiated orgasms of your life. Why just masturbate as you always have when you can explore deeper, more powerful orgasms with the entire cosmos cheering you on? Today is the day to find a new toy to play with, and you’ll want to splurge on express shipping to maximize the amount of playtime you have with it before the stars revert to their normal appearance.
Cancer (June 21 — July 22)
How Mercury Retrograde will affect Cancer’s sex life
It’s easy to pretend you have your emotions in check, but you’d be better off checking your hubris at the door instead. Mercury is toying with you and coaxing out all of your emotional baggage. Your choice is simple. Sweep it under the rug and suffer through it in silence, or shine some daylight on it and clear it out of your consciousness once and for all. It’s time to let that one who got away… go away for good. Yes, you can do better! If you stop comparing today’s lover to your old all-time favorites, you just might find out that today’s lover is worthy of being one of your new all-time favorites!
Leo (July 23 — August 22)
How Mercury Retrograde will affect Leo’s sex life
Your sense of strategic planning is in overdrive now and pays off big by the end of the month. Now is the time to put all the pieces in place, make your moves unnoticed and be ahead of the curve when it comes to your love life. That coworker you are into who always happens to be in a relationship may suddenly become single, so put your best foot forward and make sure they know you are available. Subtly isn’t your strong suit, but try to avoid being overbearing. If you make the right moves, they’ll come knocking on your door for the bootycall you’ve been waiting for by the end of the month.
Virgo (August 23 — September 22)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Virgo’s sex life
The messenger planet moves backward and rules over your financial landscape. Planning goes quite a long way right now, and there is an amazing amount of opportunity on the horizon. That means you may want to avoid serious relationship time syncs right now so you can put more into revising your resume or setting up interviews. Short dates and wild nights can also be an excellent way to network in your local area effortlessly, and getting yourself out there right now is likely to bring you huge dividends before the end of the year.
Libra (September 23 — October 22)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Libra’s sex life
You only get one chance to make a great first impression, and no matter how amazing you are on the inside, it still starts with your physical appearance. Now is the time to put that bright red lipstick to use, to wear the yoga pants you only put on for special occasions, or to break out the cologne that always brings you so many compliments. Strut your stuff and peacock your way into one of the most exciting dating intervals in recent memory.
Scorpio (October 23 — November 21)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Scorpio’s sex life
It’s easy for you to be introspective, but as you turn your attention inward, be open to the idea of taking someone else in with you. Introspection and intimacy can easily be intertwined right now, especially as part of your sex life. A naughty turn toward your darkest desires won’t scare away any one, and the dirtiest secrets from the corners of your mind are ready to be manifested by your libido into the gasping sexual encounters that rattle around in your psyche for many years to come. So go ahead, tell them what you are really into… and after they finish saying, “wow I had no idea you had such a dirty mind,” watch how fast they take you up on the chance to try something very different with someone they trust as much as they trust you.
Sagittarius (November 22 — December 21)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Sagittarius’ sex life
That old flame of yours wants to give you an orgasmic blast from the past right now, so be open to rekindling lost loves to spark new adventures. Check your inbox often, and be willing to be proactive by sending out a Happy Halloween greeting to guys or gals you loved playing with and want to try out again. Chemistry isn’t easy to come by, and starting new with someone you connect with is even easier than turning a stranger into a worthwhile new lover. Your contact list is begging for you to pluck out a few winners and set up some fantasy sessions after an intimate dinner.
Capricorn (December 22 — January 19)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Capricorn’s sex life
Time for you to climb on top! Lead with the personal power, bravado, and courage that have always been your hallmark. This interval is the perfect moment for you to seize control and coax more excitement out of your partners than they ever dreamed was possible. You have what it takes to turn their ordinary sex life into the kind of thing poets write about. So bring it and let them feel whose boss.
Aquarius (January 20 — February 18)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Aquarius’ sex life
Any anxiety you are feeling stems from the mistake of living in your own head too much. Staying home by yourself leaves idle hands and an anxious mind to cloud out the joy you should be feeling. Instead, open the curtains and let the sunlight shine in, and meet someone new. You’ll do best on daytime meetups for coffee, afternoon cuddles, and mid-day sex sessions. Keep the nights open for your recovery, and make sure you are ready each morning with that grin you earned by being your best yesterday, with an optimistic goal of being even better today!
Pisces (February 19 — March 20)
How Mercury retrograde will affect Pisces’ sex life
Camaraderie is one thing, but be wary of letting your emotional needs take too much hold over your decision-making. Chatting and meeting with friends or lovers is a great idea; just be sure to avoid the trap of anyone suggesting you “owe them” affection or “need them” to give you affection. Being submissive is a wonderful way to live your life, as long as you always make sure the person you trust intimately is worthy of your affections. Choose wisely, and you’ll find trustworthy partners who are capable of getting the most out of you in bed and life.
Mercury in retrograde is always an interesting time of the year for lovers. Whatever your sign happens to be, there are always compatible people available to connect with you as part of the Adult FriendFinder community. Being open to the possibilities and open-minded about each other is all anyone asks of you here. See for yourself.
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