Have you been feeling in the dumps? Been hard to find your crown? Is every little thing irritating you? There's a reason why. As human beings we operate not only by water and food but by energy as well. In the past 2 years there has been a lot of talk about Retrogrades. Some may ask what is a retrograde as others may be well educated.  We are all influenced by Mercury Retrograde. Three times a year, the planet Mercury appears to travel backward across the sky. To those who practice astrology, these times in particular were traditionally associated with confusion, delay, and frustration, sounds familiar.  Being in a moment of a retrograde can affect your energy levels. Expect to have more or less energy than you're used to, particularly of the nervous variety. It can sap you of your usual zest and leave you feeling lethargic, or fill you with chaotic, scattered energy...