We’re all experiencing the dreaded Mercury in Retrograde. This is how you can deal with the communication disruption.
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Mercury in retrograde may only come thrice a year, but it sure makes its presence known. But, what is it in the first place? Mercury in retrograde in its essence is an optical illusion. The planet Mercury (in the eyes of Astrologers) looks to be moving backwards. That’s because the orbit of the Earth seems to be ahead of Mercury during certain phases of the year. This is what makes it look like Mercury is being left behind or going backwards. You can look to Newtons Laws of Motion for a better idea of why it is that way.
So, how does this affect me and the people around me? Well, Astrologers believe that Mercury going backwards means that there will be confusion, delay, and frustration in the realm of communication. Mercury being the planet of communication, which is inspired by the Greek God, Hermes, who is the messenger in Olympus.
Thus, there will be a lot of miscommunication, delays, and arguments from May 10, 2022 till June 3, 2022. All the signs will receive Mercury in retrograde through different ways. This is how they should deal with all the frustration around Mercury going backwards.
Aries
March 21–April 19
Things you need to watch out for: Relationships
How to deal with it: Breathing exercises help with taking a step back to analyze a situation first before reacting to it.
Taurus
April 20–May 20
Things you need to watch out for: Career and Self-Awareness
How to deal with it: Make a list of priorities and check how much you follow the list you’ve laid out.
Gemini
May 21–June 21
Things you need to watch out for: Self-awareness
How to deal with it: Do something spontaneous and find yourself again by going back to the things you love.
Cancer
June 22–July 22
Things you need to watch out for: Mental Health
How to deal with it: Bring out the pen and start journaling. All the drama that has been happening needs to be written down and expressed.
Leo
July 23–August 22
Things you need to watch out for: Career
How to deal with it: Approach a new project from a different perspective. Maybe don’t assume the leader position and become the speaker instead.
Virgo
August 23–September 22
Things you need to watch out for: Career
How to deal with it: Get out of your comfort zone and allow yourself to believe the your career opportunities are endless.
Libra
September 23–October 23
Things you need to watch out for: Relationships and Self-Awareness
How to deal with it: Meet new people and keep track of how you feel and react towards them to figure out what you really want.
Scorpio
October 24–November 21
Things you need to watch out for: Relationships
How to deal with it: It’s time to begin again! Put yourself out there and let the new wave of experiences help you heal your past.
Sagittarius
November 22–December 21
Things you need to watch out for: Relationships
How to deal with it: Show appreciation to your loved ones. You could send your family, friends, or lover a quick checking in message.
Capricorn
December 22–January 19
Things you need to watch out for: Health
How to deal with it: Wake up early in the morning and allow yourself to eat breakfast slowly an hour before starting work.
Aquarius
January 20–February 18
Things you need to watch out for: Mental Health
How to deal with it: Listen to some upbeat music about smashing the patriarchy and getting over your ex.
Pisces
February 19–March 20
Things you need to watch out for: Relationships
How to deal with it: Take your parents or siblings out on a date. Get to know them more than as family members.