Well, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, the North Node of the Moon, and Chiron, which is to say all of the outer planets and celestial objects, are each currently in their retrograde motion.

That means five of the twelve major layers of Time in th'Earth's solar system are moving backwards. Also, it was only a few days ago when Saturn was retrograde, and only a few weeks ago when Mars was too. Neither of them have reached the "full steam ahead" part of their direct motion.

In terms of astrology that basically means that anybody trying to move forwards in regards to long-term endeavors must be like the salmon that doth swimmeth upstream. Most people and institutions do not have the stamina to do so. It is a time to retrace one's steps.