Mercury is much closer to the Sun and has a smaller orbital cycle. Mercury Retrograde is defined as a three week period in which the planet Mercury appears to slow down, stop and spin backward. Of course it isn't actually moving backwards, its just an illusion, but during this time, many people experience a range of adverse effects. The planet Mercury rules the mind, intellect, communication and mental clarity.

2023 Mercury Retrograde dates as follows:

21 April to 14 May
3 August to 15 September
13 December to 1 January 2024

Amazonite brings inner peace, calmness and emotional balance. It is good for compassion, forgiving others and filtering negative energies around you. It also promotes clear and articulate communication.

Green Fluorite balances the emotions and brings calmness. Fluorite sharpens your focus and offers psychic protection on many levels. It emits peace and harmony helping to release stress and anxiety.

Aquamarine provides emotional and intellectual stability and enhances the connection with your higher self. It provides a protective layer around your energy field and create stability.

Anglite is a gentle, calming stone that brings you grace and tranquillity. It lessens all anger (even deep anger issues) and calms nervousness. It brings peace, inspiration and enhances clear self-expression, while helping to access the highest energetic realms.