Retrograde Mercury increases the potential of Murphy's Law occurring with miscommunications, misunderstandings and misperceptions. Problems with electronics, delivery systems and transportation also tend to increase. That zero degree Pisces point of Mercury will be revisited in March on St. Patrick's Day. Astrological tradition maintains that purchases made during this 3-week period of Mercury retrograde can witness problems with workmanship, defective operations or warranties. Contracts may have to be re-written.
Negotiations have to be re-done.
The best application for this retrograde period is to do thorough re-evaluations, reassessments and reviews. Venus is the planet symbolic of relationships, finances and values. This prolonged journey of Venus in Aries represents strong desires to bring freshness and newness to the abovementioned areas of life. Old hat will no longer suffice. Aries symbolizes assertive force and aggressive action to clear out the old so the new can burst forth.