What is Mercury Retrograde?

Mercury Retrograde is a term that you might have heard floating. This phenomenon occurs when the planet Mercury, which governs communication, technology, and travel, appears to move backward in its orbit around the sun. It happens approximately three to four times per year, lasting for around three weeks each time.

So, what exactly does Mercury Retrograde mean?

During this period, the planet’s apparent backwards motion causes chaos and disruption in these areas of life that Mercury governs. It is common to experience communication issues, technology breakdowns, travel mishaps, and other frustrating hiccups during this time.

To understand why Mercury Retrograde has gained such notoriety, it is important to delve into the astrological perspective. In astrology, Mercury is associated with the intellect, communication, technology and the way we process information. When it goes retrograde, the energy of Mercury is said to be reversed, causing confusion and misunderstandings. This is also why it is advised to avoid making big decisions or signing important contracts during this time, as misunderstandings and miscommunications can lead to problems down the line.

How can we cope with the challenges that come during this period?

These can include taking extra precautions with travel plans, backing up important data, and double-checking all communication (texts, emails, etc) to avoid misunderstandings. Give yourself grace during this time. Allow extra time to work on projects, working with technology and glitches and even with communication. Be gentle and just go with the flow, since most mishaps during this time are out of our hands. If you're lucky, you may not even feel the presence of Mercury Retrograde at all!

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