Why Mercury in Retrograde Messes Everything Up (and How to Survive It)

Why Mercury in Retrograde Messes Everything Up (and How to Survive It)

Author: mooseletoe November 12, 2025 Duration: 18:03
Ever notice your phone dies, your emails vanish, and everyone suddenly forgets how to communicate...all at once? Welcome to Mercury in Retrograde. In this episode, I'm breaking down why this cosmic event gets such a bad rap, what’s actually happening on a spiritual level, and how you can keep your cool when everything seems to go sideways. From grounding rituals to mindset shifts, I’ll help you navigate Mercury’s mayhem with clarity and grace. Contact me: https://melissaoatman.com melissaoatman77@gmail 636-748-4943 Purchase my book Beautiful Mourning: A Guide to Life After Loss https://amzn.to/4cW9rJq Beautiful Mourning Audiobook https://open.spotify.com/show/3JguEf78qP4zVOx2rMo593?si=1183cbc8defd4737 Purchase my book Beautifully Broken: https://www.audiobooks.com/audiobook/beautifully-broken-the-spiritual-womans-guide-to-thriving-not-simply-surviving-after-a-breakup-or-divorce/459896   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/beautifully-broken-melissa-oatman/1136174371?ean=9781989579060 https://www.amazon.com/Beautifully-Broken-Spiritual-Thriving-Surviving/dp/198957906X Follow me on social media: tiktok.com/@melissaoatman https://www.facebook.com/groups/awakenyourhearttopurpose/ https://www.facebook.com/reikiwithlissa/  http://www.instagram.com/melissaoatman222 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPtU9hPeEWjbHr62LxuEXA  https://www.twitter.com/MelissaOatman Your energetic gifts are very much appreciated! Donations can be made to my channel through Venmo or PayPal,  Venmo @Melissa-Ann-161 PayPal: melissaoatman77@gmail.com    

Melissa Oatman hosts Awaken Your Inner Awesomeness, a daily companion for anyone looking to weave more intention and vitality into their everyday routine. This isn't about grand, inaccessible philosophies; it's a grounded conversation that connects practical self-improvement with spiritual curiosity. Each episode feels like a thoughtful chat with a knowledgeable friend, one who understands that well-being is a whole-self endeavor-encompassing mental clarity, physical energy, and a deeper sense of purpose. You'll hear explorations into reshaping your mindset, the tangible practices behind manifestation, and how spiritual principles can quietly transform your approach to fitness, health, and personal challenges. Created by mooseletoe, the podcast serves as a consistent, encouraging nudge, offering actionable insights that aim to build resilience and joy from the inside out. It’s for those moments when you need a reminder that growth is a daily practice, not a distant destination. Tune in to find a supportive space where spirituality meets straightforward, real-world application.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Awaken Your Inner Awesomeness with Melissa Oatman-A daily dose of spirituality and self improvement
Podcast Episodes
Be Kinder to Yourself [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:54
In this episode, we’re diving into the importance of self-kindness and why being gentle with yourself is just as crucial as being kind to others. We’ll explore how negative self-talk and unrealistic expectations can hold…
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Duration: 33:45
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When Life Sparkles Again [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:32
ave you ever felt like the spark has gone out of life—the wonder, the joy, the magic? In this soul-nourishing episode of [Podcast Name], we explore what it means to find magic again after periods of grief, burnout, or em…
Put Yourself Out There [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:01
Are you putting yourself out there and taking the opportunities that come to you? When we don’t take risks in life, we can become stuck in our old habits and routines. Risk-taking is actually a very healthy thing. When y…
From Intention to Reality: The Art of Living Beautifully [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:52
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to live with so much flow, joy, and purpose? The truth is, a beautiful life doesn’t happen by accident—it’s created through the power of intention. In this episode, we’ll explo…
How to Cope When Life Feels Overwhelming [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:53
In this episode, I talk about what to do when everything feels heavy and you’re struggling to keep it all together. Life can feel overwhelming, whether it’s work, relationships, or just the pressure to keep going when yo…
Money Mindset Mastery: Breaking the Blocks to Financial Freedom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:26
Ready to break free from money blocks and unlock a life of financial abundance? In this episode, we dive deep into the money mindset shifts required to move from a scarcity mindset to a state of overflow and wealth. If y…
How to Be Your Truest Self: Facing the Fear of Vulnerability [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:24
In this empowering episode of Awaken Your Inner Awesomeness, we dive deep into the transformative power of vulnerability and how embracing it can unlock your truest, most authentic self. Join us as we explore the fears t…