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Mercury went retrograde on August 5, 2024. The planet of communication and the mind will continue its backward movement until August 28, 2024. With the shadow period, you can expect the impacts to last until the very start of September.

What happens during Mercury retrograde?

Mercury retrograde is one of the most popular and infamous events in the world of astrology. Does it have to be? Here’s all you need to know about the mercury retrograde in August 2024.

Most people start spiraling when they hear “Mercury retrograde” is coming as if it is one of the four horseman of the apocalypse. Well, it’s not. However, because of the unusual movement of the planet, the impacts can be a little annoying. Plus, it doesn’t have to be annoying, with some precautions, it can be endured.

This Mercury in retrograde is happening under Virgo, an earth sign ruled by the planet of communication Mercury itself. Here’s an ideation of who’s going to be affected directly:

Sun sign in Virgo

Ascendant in Virgo

Moon sign in Virgo

Venus sign in Virgo

Mars sign in Virgo

Houses in Virgo

Houses ruled by Mercury

Other than your big three (Sun, ascendant, Moon) or big five (Sun, ascendant, Moon, Venus, and Mars) has Virgo, you can be affected directly by the Mercury retrograde. Another important point is your houses in Virgo and houses ruled by Mercury. Let’s take one case into account.

If your house of communication (3rd house in your natal chart) is in Virgo, you need to double check those e-mails and texts. Since Mercury is already the planet of communication and it is in your 3rd house, the communication area of your life is impacted. Mercury in retrograde can cause some unfortunate events related to communication such as sending the wrong mail, sending a text to someone you did not intend to send, accidental gossip breaks, hearing people talk behind you or talking behind people, misunderstandings, and getting your electronics out of control. All of a sudden, the control button doesn’t work and you can’t ctrl-z the mess you’ve made.

Happens to the best of us, so, relax and just remember that you can’t be in control all the time. Maybe Mercury retrograde is a good phase to remind us that we are not in control and that’s okay. Without having breakdowns, just follow some simple steps during Mercury retrograde August 2024.

Double check your e-mails, documents, and messages before sending them

Pay attention to who you are opening up to

Don’t get caught in the gossip parade

Don’t rush in to signing important contracts

Postpone buying new electronics to September

Be careful with your laptop, phone, and other electronic devices

Keep the dating page on flirting level – starting a new relationship is not recommended for its sustainability 🙂

Don’t be too hard on yourself

A little bit of Mercury retrograde every now and then is not the end of the world. It has something to teach, just like any other event in astrology. Don’t be overwhelmed, just follow the main rule and trust the universe.

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