Mercury Retrograde begins * Sun enters Scorpio * Part 1 Listener Chart w/ Mercury Retrograde conjunctions * Venus quintile Neptune, quincunx Jupiter * More! Listen to This Week in Astrology now A new Mercury Retrograde cycle invites reflection on Scorpionic themes. The Sun also enters Scorpio and trines Neptune, easing spiritual union and soul connection with others. Venus’ quintile to Neptune facilitates similar opportunities, while the Love Goddess’ quincunx to Jupiter could call for some relationship adjustments. And taking action on positive paradigm shifts in committed romantic partnerships could be inspired by a Mars-Juno-Uranus Yod. Our Part 1 Listener Chart advises Erika on how to make the best use of retrograde Mercury's conjunctions to four of her natal planets this month! My 50% Off Special continues thru October on my two new services: the Tight Focus Astrology Consultation and Awakening Activation! Hear all about this and more by clicking the large link above, or go to ThisWeekInAstrology.com to learn about getting the show through iTunes. (We love it when you subscribe through iTunes!) Overview: 1:40Monday: 2:30Tuesday: 4:16Wednesday: 4:21Thursday: 5:24 Friday: 5:43Saturday: 6:55 Sunday: 8:21Next Week's Aspects: 9:18 Announcements: 12:01Part 1 Listener Chart (Erika, 11/21/54, 1 pm, Lawrence, MA): 17:00Hear This Week in Astrology on smartphones and tablets with Stitcher! Subscribe to the FREE AstroShaman News. It features my weekly forecast, enlightening articles on astrology and spirituality, and much more! Try my Shamanic Healing Services -- just as powerful long-distance as local! Visit our FREE show archive -- an astrological education awaits you! May the stars light your way, Benjamin Bernstein Astrologer/Shamanic Healer AstroShaman.com Contact me "You got right to the heart of what I’m dealing with, and gave me such wonderful tools to work with all the craziness in my life right now. Very empowering!"      -- Janet Edwards, Chattanooga, TN