3 Zodiac Signs Could Reconnect with Their Ex as Mercury Retrograde Conjuncts Venus

Love has a funny way of coming back around during Mercury retrograde, especially when under Venus’ spell.

On Nov. 24, Mercury retrograde will join forces with Venus in Scorpio, presenting us with a deeply emotional checkpoint that can be just as revealing as it is undeniably magnetic.

Scorpio is, after all, the most private and penetrating sign of the zodiac, making this cosmic encounter all the more intense.

That said, whether it’s feelings that have been buried or desires you thought you outgrew, it’s all about to rise to the surface now.

Mercury in Scorpio sharpens our intuition, as it is known to strip conversations down to their core. This would be similar to the taboo energy surrounding a Freudian slip, as we are suddenly able to grasp what people really mean, even when they’re not being forthcoming.

In this Water sign, the messenger planet pokes and probes, urging us to read between the lines and ask the questions we’d normally avoid. While retrograde, however, information you didn’t see the first time around arrives with potent clarity and insight.

Meanwhile, in smoldering Scorpio, the love planet isn’t fond of anything surface-level, as this Venus placement wants depth, devotion and nothing short of soul-barring intimacy.

Love is fierce and intense, as we are collectively willing to swim into the depths of the underworld if it means finding real connection.

So when Mercury retrograde meets Venus in Scorpio, expect the past to feel eerily close. You could hear from someone you once loved, or learn something that completely shifts your perspective on the relationship.

While past relationships are bound to resurface, it’s important to remember that this isn’t here to torment you, but to teach you something that could help you evolve.

Read on for what Mercury retrograde conjunct Venus in Scorpio means for your zodiac sign.

Aries (March 20-April 19)

Something you thought you’d already emotionally sorted suddenly feels… unfinished, Aries. A late-night text or a memory that hits you out of nowhere could have you reconsidering a past connection. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself deep-diving someone’s old messages or feeling strangely pulled to revisit a moment you swore you were over.

Taurus (April 19-May 20)

A past relationship dynamic gets stirred, but it’s coming through another person, Taurus. An old partner might reach out for “closure,” or a crush might bring up something that feels eerily familiar to your past. Either way, this feels like relationship déjà vu. Don’t hold back from renegotiating what you truly want from love, commitment and connection.

Gemini (May 20-June 20)

An old routine, health habit or logistical issue you thought you sorted out shows up unexpectedly, Gemini. An ex could reach out under the disguise of needing a favor or “just checking in,” but there’s a deeper reason. You may find yourself re-evaluating what you give your energy to and who it’s really for. Don’t deny your intuition.

Cancer (June 20-July 22)

A past love, situationship or someone who once made you feel something could resurface now, Cancer. The kicker? It could happen creatively or amid feeling nostalgic. Maybe they like an old post or comment on a story. You’re reminded of a version of yourself you haven’t tapped into in a while, not to mention the feelings that lived there.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 22)

Family dynamics, old heartbreaks and emotional history blend in complicated but revealing ways now, Leo. You could hear from someone who once felt like “home,” or find yourself replaying a memory that hits harder than ever. Don’t hold back from reconnecting with someone who once saw a very soft part of you.

Virgo (Aug. 22-Sept. 22)

A conversation you didn’t finish (or a message you never sent) could circle back, Virgo. Someone from your past could reach out wanting to “talk things through,” or maybe you stumble upon an old thread that suddenly makes more sense. Even the smallest exchanges carry weight now, and you may feel pulled to say the thing you avoided before.

Libra (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)

Someone you once cared about (or invested time, energy or money into) may want to reconnect, Libra. Maybe you find an old gift, a love playlist or a photo that reignites feelings you weren’t expecting. In any event, you’re reminded of what you value in love and what you refuse to compromise.

Scorpio (Oct. 22-Nov. 21)

If anyone is getting a blast from the past, it’s you, Scorpio. Someone you once shared a deep connection with could appear out of the woodwork, and yet the chemistry feels like nothing ever changed. You may bump into them, get an unexpected message or feel nudged to rewatch something that once defined your relationship. What’s unfinished and what’s finally ready to close?

Sagittarius (Nov. 22–Dec. 21)

You could feel drawn to someone from your past in a subtle, almost psychic way, Sagittarius. Whether it’s you thinking of them before they reach out or stumbling upon an old diary with their name in it, someone is suddenly back on your radar. Think about what this connection represents for you, and why it’s such a vivid memory.

Capricorn (Dec. 21-Jan. 19)

This feels like revisiting a “what if” situation for the sake of obtaining proof, Capricorn. A mutual friend or group setting could bring a past flame back into your orbit, making you realize you’re still curious about where things stand. The same goes for friendships that unexpectedly turned into something more.

Aquarius (Jan. 19-Feb. 18)

Someone from your past could reappear right as you’re reconsidering your future, Aquarius. It could happen through work, social media or a chance run-in that feels strangely fated. A conversation could reveal how much you’ve changed or how much they still remember. There’s a subtle shift in how you see yourself and your power now.

Pisces (Feb. 18-March 20)

A long-lost connection or a love story that was once unfinished could resurface with surprising intensity, Pisces. You could reconnect through travel or while scrolling your social media feed. Suddenly, a past relationship feels relevant again, except this time, you’re seeing things from a higher, wiser vantage point.