How Others Experienced the Aligned for Mercury Retrograde
Program
Retrograde Experiences From 2009.....
I am
beginning to notice feelings of acceptance for myself within my
circle of friends that were not present before.. they are
looking at me differently... with greater respect. My partner
and I are experiencing a level of respect that was not there
over the past 6 years of varying levels of engagement with each
other. People are seeing our "Close Encounter of the 3rd Kind"
as being extraordinarily COURAGEOUS. -
Lee Gauthier
On the
weekend when Mercury Retrograde commenced, I realized that I had
overlooked a grant application deadline and was mortified to
think that it was due in 4 days. I had not yet contacted
colleagues that could serve as potential writers of letters of
support. I asked one colleague who promptly declined, saying it
was too short notice. I was ready to give up and very upset with
myself for being so caught up in my service to my job that I
neglected a deadline of personal importance to me. BUt I managed
to dig myself out of the inclination towards self-reproach and
asked two more individuals, who were incredibly understanding
and kind and rose to the occasion. I worked on the proposal over
the next days and was able to submit everything on time. IT was
not easy and I'm sure with more time I could have done a better
job. But I did the very best I could under the less optimal
circumstances and did not give up on myself. It was a
last-minute turn in both my own attitude and in the course of
events, which seemed headed towards excluding me from throwing
my hat in the ring with all the others. I will just have to hope
for the highest outcome to this , and that the universe responds
equally favorably when my grant application is adjudicated!
- Participant
I have been
involved with Mercury retrograde repatterning through several
series. Although I can't say that there have been fewer glitches
in my life at those times, for sure my perspective about how to
handle them has shifted dramatically, meaning that the negative
impact is minimized, I maintain a more positive approach to
dealing with things, and life is generally smoother.
- Torontonian
As soon as
I logged in to this program, I noticed an interesting
synchronicity right away. For some reason I was drawn to an old
journal. The pages fell open to a time in my life when I was
pulling out of a friendship that had become dysfunctional. The
insights and pieces of wisdom revealed on these pages were hard
won and I realized incredibly applicable to my now. It
immediately offered me deep guidance for a current relationship
that I find troubling, this one involving a co-worker. My
journal also referenced a wonderful book I had read and am now
re-reading. Again, it's words were so on point and provided the
perfect guidance and support for how I need to resolve my
dilemna with not just one but two co-workers. In fact, I am so
proud of myself right now. Tonight, I took appropriate action
concerning a situation that in the past I would never have
taken, especially with the conviction and clarity with which I
acted. I am elated. - Participant
A memory
from my childhood surfaced during my morning quiet time. It may
just have informed me why I don't bring problems to my superiors
at work. As children, my cousin and I had a child's fight. I
told my aunt my side of the argument, my cousin lied when she
told her side. My Aunt, sided with her daughter of course and
chose not to believe me despite my protestations and extra
clarifications of the facts. In that moment I wrote off my aunt
as untrustworthy and biased and I rejected her as a way to keep
my own value in tact. I never again tried to plead my case to
someone in a position of power. That decision has had its good
and bad outcomes. I've worked hard over the years to be good at
my work, so that my efforts could speak for themselves. I don't
seek approval from higher ups. But then again I've had people
present my work as their own without speaking up and have
allowed them to gain from my work and advance when they didn't
have the chops and I was left stewing inside knowing the truth.
Well during this mercury retrograde, someone presented my work
as theirs and for the first time that I can remember, I went to
someone in a position of more power than myself and told them
about it. I'm still doubtful as to whether anything will be
done...but I'll give you an update if it does.
- Participant
My washer stopped spinning. It would have cost
more to fix it, but the repairman just went ahead and replaced
the whole carriage--like getting a whole new washer. He had
misdiagnosed it, and it was an unusual break. Also, I found some
linen and cotton curtains that were normally $750 for $200 and
they have created a space for me that makes me feel like I
finally have a home. I never would have spent the money, but I
am floating every day when I look at them. Then someone gave me
a lounger chair for my balcony that I can lie on to study.
Before I was totally uncomfortable in my place all day, not sure
where to sit. It's like I have a whole new home, with such
little changes. I had lots of little fixes to contend with, but
the pressure that usually happens was cleared. I think I had a
conscious learning during this time not to be thrown off balance
by life's little dilemmas, but to see an opportunity to raise
things to a higher level, which is a great thing to do this time
of year anyway, before autumn and winter hit.
- Gina
2008 Retrograde Experiences....
"It
was a very powerful Mercury retrograde for the work that I was
doing. I put together a series of pieces following the government's
formal apology to native people for the government-run aboriginal
schools (would love to know more, Julie, about Canada's chart for that
day). The stories from people who'd lived in the schools were very
moving .. and a retrograde period seems the best possible time for an
apology and re-evaluation. And in Gemini, it does suggest that it would
involve children.
There were also little studio details just as Mercury went retrograde
that I was able to catch (whew!) so I felt lucky on that score alone.
And there were some classic Mercury hitches going on with my tenants ...
a car had to be moved to the other side of the street for tenants who'd
gone on holidays, involving couriering of keys and many anxious emails.
Another tenant's phone line was disconnected and yet another tenant
who'd moved out called to reconnect. I was able to take a pretty
philosophical approach to the problems .. and in small ways, the
retrograde strengthened relationships in the house as a whole ..
And yesterday, I thought of a couple of exciting new possibilities
relating to work -- the kind of fresh thinking that felt as though it
had tremendous energy in it. So a very interesting time." - M.
"My
Intentions are noted below. Almost simultaneously with the e-mail
that Carolyn sent out, I came to a realization that I relationship I was
having needed to change to include me - I have a tendency to "go along"
with how the other person sees things unfolding. I determined to put
myself in the equation and did so, recognizing that what I wanted might
not be possible for the other person but the way it was currently going
wasn't possible for me. I don't know what will happen. This is a first
for me...talking responsibility for getting my needs met and letting go
of the outcome. The recognition and action taken also affected other
relationships and required that I tell another person what had been
going on and also that I was not satisfied with how our relationship was
going and we are now in a discussion about what I'm wanting from this
second relationship. This is a first for me where I have tabled that I
am not happy with how things are and entering into a dialogue about how
to improve them as well as other options. Both of these things give me
the opportunity to co-create my relationships instead of either
following or leading. They all require “letting go” and trusting that I
am exactly where I need to be and that what is happening is perfect for
me in the moment. I have had tons and tons of communicate (intricate,
annoying, difficult to explain) exchanges that are enough to drive you
crazy – my team and I laugh, smile and say “Mercury Retrograde”. A lot
has happened since it started. Thanks – I got a lot of healing out of
it.
My House 5 Intentions: I want to state
clearly, honestly and positively issues that I have that cause
discomfort for me with anyone who is part of that issue. I want to get
more comfortable expressing my creativity and sexuality - get in touch
with my playful inner child and share that with those that touch me.
My House 7 Intentions: I want to state
clearly, honestly and positively issues that I have that cause
discomfort for me with anyone who is part of that issue. I want clarity
in determining the right step and direction that my life needs to take
in order for me to be healed.
My House 12 Intentions: To trust that
I am exactly where I need to be and what is happening is absolutely
perfect for me in that moment. - Pam
So far I have had only
one major communication snafu this time. It was a doozy and still
remains to be sorted out. But I can own my role and hear the the other
person, with the aim of building and enriching this friendship. On the
other hand, there have been several communications between me and
others, people I have had little contact with of late - this has been so
positive and perhaps the result of a new openness to possibilities
during this time. - Ev
"I have
had several potentially irritating disruptions in the last few days,
but each time all has been salvaged quite smoothly. I feel like the
people who are around me have had their little stops salvaged also. I
had made the intention that people I care about would benefit from my
Mercury repatterning. One small example: tonight I went to a concert
with my brother. He couldn't find one of the tickets. We were beginning
to backtrack all the way back to his house when I found the ticket
behind his car seat. We were relieved it was only a short delay and we
were soon off again. Also, things in general just seem organized, from
my kitchen to my clothing to my work. It's as if years of battle
suddenly melted. I am functioning like never before, doing all the
little things (joyfully) to put things in an order that feels right.
Also, I went through my files like it was nothing. I really had decided
with this repatterning that I wouldn't even make my files an issue, but
I found myself going through them--it was a swift operation and now I
have a simple perspective on them, which is a minor miracle since I have
been stressed over them for years. Really quite incredible as I think
about all of this, because I have felt like a mess for so long. Things
can change fast." -
- Gina
Previous Retrograde Experiences....
I just wanted to share one of the ways
the Mercury Retrograde alignment manifested in my life. About a week
after Mercury went retrograde, I was in the middle of a busy day with
many scheduled appointments that couldn't easily be rescheduled. Of
course Mercury ruling transportation, the retrograde dealt me a flat
tire in the middle of my day. However, being aligned to the retrograde
meant that I was able to easily handle the flat with no impact to my
schedule. The flat happened less than a block from my hair appointment.
I safely coasted to the curb right in front of the salon. I called my
emergency service and went in for my appointment. Very soon after the
repairman showed up and changed my tire, with the receptionist bringing
me the papers to sign when he was done. The whole process was completed
before my hair color was done. So I was able to get on to my next
appointment and then take my car in for a new tire the next morning. I
remember thinking "this was the most painless flat tire I have ever had
- if only all problems could be solved so easily!"
DdF - Texas
I found myself reaming out my closet and drawers in the afternoon prior to the evening proxy session. It felt so great (so clean, so refreshing and so light) I had a hard time stopping myself when I did. When I got Carolyn's email the next day which, among other things, asked me to get rid of one thing to honour retrograde Mercury, I felt very affirmed and in tune with the purpose of this session. Other things in the mental realm have fallen into
place as well. Thanks for the support and the good work on my behalf.
A - ON Canada
I am amazed! After feeling utterly fatigued and not making any progress, I felt 'unblocked' and have gotten so many things done. Cleaned out my freezer for starts, and just a lot of things are moving. It works, I am sure. Thank you both.
Fae - OR United States
I had cancer-related surgery on March 31, which left me with a drain tube coming out of my chest. I have a home nurse who comes in every day to drain the
reservoir form the tube. Up to April 6 I was typically draining approximately 50 to 80 cc per day. In fact, the day before the distance healing was my biggest day - 80 cc. Immediately following the session the drainage stopped - dead cold. The tube was removed the following day. Awfully
coincidental.
Patrick - ON Canada
I found am important insurance appraisal that I had given up
hope of locating.
Suzanne,- Ontario Canada
I asked for abundance in my practice and solutions to my husband's legal issues. After submitting my information, I received a call from a new client the next day. My husband's situation is not resolved, but there has been progress and action that is heading toward resolution.
Susan- ON Canada
Amazing - everything I have been procrastinating on came immediately to the front of my mind with the energy to accomplish it all! I am looking forward to this continuing and to attracting all that I have asked for :) Bless you and thank you.
Joanne - ON Canada
An antique fireplace insert that was removed during a renovation had been taking up space in my house for weeks .... very heavy, maybe worth some money -- I didn't know what to do with it --
found happy owner over the Easter weekend, so maybe the Mercury R. repatterning was still happening ... a friend spotted it and loved it .. he's going to take it to this Victorian thing to his cottage in the bush .. and in exchange he'll help me pound up
some pavement in the backyard, another retrograde task.
ML - Ontario Canada
I was able to fly back to Canada 2 hours earlier than expected.
Rheba - - Ontario Canada
I was really ready to "escape" from the city into nature but work and finances were making it iffy. At the last minute on April 7, after much back and forth, my husband and I found an incredible deal on a beautiful hotel in Niagara Falls just an hour and a half away. I hadn't been there for many years and had no idea what to expect. It was fantastic, a lot of fun and a wonderful mental/spiritual/emotional break! Everything went very
smoothly, which is unusual considering travel is ruled by Mercury and it is retrograde!!
Barbara - ON Canada
A piece of information was revealed to me that caused an important discussion between my husband and myself. Also, a business that I have been developing suddenly has taken flight! Thank you!
Sarah - Kansas USA
I hadn't seen my ex-husband for 10 yrs. I invited him for dinner. We had a wonderful evening
together reminiscing, catching up on old friends and family and clearing the "air" Clearing the air was the most important part of the visit!! I finally feel free from him!
Dodie - Ontario Canada
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