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TIME · ORBIT · OBSERVATION
In 2031, Mercury appears retrograde 3 times: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius. Explore planetary retrograde periods in Istanbul time.
8 PERIODS · ISTANBUL TIME
| Planet | Starts | Ends | Sign | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturn | Gemini | 8.95° → 1.99° | ||
| Mercury | Aries | 19.74° → 7.84° | ||
| Mars | Scorpio | 21.64° → 4.44° | ||
| Jupiter | Sagittarius | 28.99° → 19.14° | ||
| Venus | Leo | 26.43° → 10.02° | ||
| Mercury | Leo | 26.43° → 14.29° | ||
| Saturn | Gemini | 23.03° → 16.06° | ||
| Mercury | Sagittarius → Scorpio | 16.05° → 29.81° |
ORBIT · PERSPECTIVE
Retrograde motion is the apparent backward movement of a planet as seen from Earth. It results from the different orbital speeds and positions of Earth and the other planet; the planet does not physically reverse its orbit.
All dates use Istanbul time and are shown to the minute. The diagram illustrates orbital relationships, not current positions.
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The weight of every word said, and every promise made, may make itself felt these days. While Saturn appears to move retrograde in Gemini, some readings link this to a period for clearing out contradictions between thoughts. Rather than scattering across every idea, giving the mind a simple and consistent direction may bring relief.

Thinking twice before saying something may feel harder than usual during this period. In some readings, this apparent retrograde motion of Mercury in Aries is linked to sudden outbursts and unfinished beginnings resurfacing. Instead of answering right away, asking yourself the question once more inwardly first may help.

The anger of an old injustice may be quietly draining your energy from within. In ancient narratives, this apparent retrograde of Mars — traditionally linked to Scorpio — is considered a time to let go of grudges and transform that energy. Directing your strength toward your own transformation, rather than spending it on hidden reckonings, may bring relief.

Beyond outside philosophies and dogmas, you may find yourself searching for your own belief. While Jupiter appears to move retrograde in Sagittarius, this apparent retrograde — traditionally linked to Sagittarius — is considered a period for filtering exaggerated visions. Rather than running toward far-off places, listening to the voice of inner guidance may show the way.

The effort spent to be loved and admired may feel tiring these days. While Venus appears to move retrograde in Leo, this phase is traditionally considered a time for outward-expected praise to give way to self-worth. Stepping off the stage to listen to your own heart may be more nourishing.

Quietly doing what feels right, rather than being applauded for it, may feel more appealing during this period. While Mercury appears to move retrograde in Leo, this process is traditionally considered a time to lower the ego's voice and find what the heart wants to say. The creative fire may, this time, burn more inward than outward.

The weight of every word said, and every promise made, may make itself felt these days. While Saturn appears to move retrograde in Gemini, some readings link this to a period for clearing out contradictions between thoughts. Rather than scattering across every idea, giving the mind a simple and consistent direction may bring relief.

You may have been so focused on the big picture that you missed a small but important detail in your hands. While Mercury appears to move retrograde in Sagittarius, this transition is traditionally considered a time to filter beliefs that have gone too far. An answer sought outside may actually be waiting within.
Zodiac themes are traditional symbolic interpretations; they make no claim about personal outcomes.