Since it's currently late April 2026, we are in the (often called "retroshade"). Mercury was in retrograde until April 7, 2026, and the shadow phase typically lingers for about two weeks afterward, ending around late April. This is a time for integration and making final decisions based on what you learned during the chaotic backspin.
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Mercury retrograde might be over, but we’re still in the shadow zone. 🌑✨ Here is your quick checklist to navigate the "Retroshade" and get back on track:
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