Your weekly horoscope is here. It’s that time of the year again, when Mercury goes retrograde, and we have something to blame for crossed wires, dropped phones, and unexpected contact with that ex. Seriously, though, Mercury isn’t even backspinning until Thursday, but we’re already seeing the themes—or is that just me? There’s a pesky little “retro-shade” period preceding it, the area that Mercury will moonwalk back over, that sets up a three-part act. This one began on February 11, so what’s been flagged for you to reflect on and reroute for? On Thursday through March 20 is the actual backspin; this is where you don’t ignore all the signals, signs, and inner alerts—you absolutely take heed. Don’t buy that thing sight unseen, don’t sign away your soul, and definitely do triple-check everything.
Don’t let this one be an “it sounded like a good idea at the time” meme. Do run it by friends or experts who have successfully navigated the idea, field, purchase, or whatever bright move you are about to make, and wait it out. More vital info tends to come to light. So double back and redo whatever you skipped. This one is in the sign of Pisces, which is less definitive, being a watery sign of escapism, empathetic feelings, and art. Mercury in Pisces borders on psychic, picks up the most subtle of cues, and conveys through pathos. It’s also highly escapist, idealistic, and prone to fantasy. While that could be a good thing for a creative person, address these areas so they function better for you. Do you need to open your mind, or do you need to work with reality while still holding the dream as a goal?
Read on to discover what’s in store for your sign during the week of February 22 through February 28, 2026.
Aries (March 21–April 19)
Mercury, representing the fleet-footed messenger, spins into retrograde from Thursday. Comms may be combobulated for many, but for you, this one is in your sphere of dreams and sleep, so note the voice of your inner or higher self, your inner wisdom, or gut instinct. Since retrogrades are about doing a review or audit, redoing or switching up your approach, perhaps it’s time for you to build a strong relationship with that inner voice, note your dreams, and be open to the revelations that come through intuition. This retrograde is hosted by Pisces, so double down on the subtle comms, soft skills, and build trust with your inner process. The usual advice is still to double-check everything, don’t make major decisions, and don’t sign major contracts if possible until the retrograde is over. More info tends to come to light, so let it bubble up. Note themes that have already surfaced since February 6.
Taurus (April 20–May 20)
Pisces season is here and with it a Mercury retrograde, also in the sign of the fishes, activating your sphere of extended friendships, groups, and connections with people with whom you share an interest or passion. For you, that could be nature, food, crafts, or anything you’re prone to connecting with others through. Rethink your friending or social strategy, your friends list, or even how you connect or spend time with others—it’s all up for a reboot. Especially in the comms department. Is it time to express yourself, connect, listen more, empathize, or explore a particular topic of interest? There’s so much to learn; why not find your group, or start one? Misunderstandings and less-than-clear communications tend to come part and parcel with Mercury’s backspin, so take it as par for the course and double down on clarity where possible. Ask, don’t assume, and triple-check everything to nail this assignment.
Gemini (May 21–June 21)
Communication goes akimbo from Thursday as your ruling planet, Mercury, squares off to your sign, spinning into a retrograde. This one is hosted by the double fishes, Pisces, who prefer to communicate through feeling, imagination, and art, while you prefer clean, sharp facts. So you can see the stage is set for a comedy of errors. To avoid slipping on the icy chill of conversation that’s not landing, take an empathetic approach, don’t assume but ask instead, or softly allow information or a person to reveal themselves. Mirror the person you’re chatting with; let them feel heard and safe, like how we approach cats—we tune into them without overwhelming them. In your sphere of career and public image, it’s time to reflect on and reboot your comms, social, website, or résumé. Things move fast, language changes, and this is a great cosmic reminder to assess and adapt. Also, triple-check everything; we don’t want to send “that” text to “that” person by accident.
Cancer (June 22–July 22)
Thinking of big-picture travel, pondering wide-ranging study, or considering your overarching philosophy on life? It could be time to rethink as Mercury slips into one of its all too frequent retrogrades on Thursday. Hosted by sister water sign Pisces, this one is more helpful to your sign, so take the easy win and reflect, redo, redirect. If you’ve created change in your life, now may be the time to plan in accordance. Or if you’re ready for change, now is the time to take a flexible approach and be open to doing things differently than you may have at first planned or expected to. Mercury’s theme is communicating through and with empathy, connecting emotionally, and attuning to a higher ground. Get the feeling into your words through creative and personal storytelling. Or enjoy movies or an emotive book that touches your soul. Perhaps it’s time for you to try your own creative potential and pen a series or short story, or pick up your camera and share through visual image? The same rule applies: Triple-check everything, and ask rather than assume.