Yes, he's coming back! The most feared of all astrological transits: the Mercury Retrograde. Known even by those who are not so interested in esoteric topics, this movement of the planet of communication arrives in our sky for the second time this year, from April 21st to May 15th.
Usually this moment is associated with complete chaos. This happens because Mercury is the star of communication. The retrograde movement makes the climate more conducive to cross talk, general difficulty in understanding and various minor setbacks that will delay your day.
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It's not like that, is it? It is worth remembering that Astrology is not an exact science; they are just possibilities. But that doesn't mean you should let things run wild.
The ideal is to prevent yourself. That's why we've listed here a series of attitudes that will help you get through Mercury Retrograde with few – or none! – damage.
Back up everything!
O Mercury Retrograde it is also known to give way to crashes and bugs involving technology. So back up everything you can right now. That way, if something happens, your data is safe.
Before signing all contracts
Don't leave to close any big deals in this period. Do everything now, if possible. It's that thing: don't give chance any chance.
Advance your purchases and sales too
The same goes for any purchase or sale – especially of very valuable things, such as cars and real estate. If anything can be done before Mercury retrograde, do it!
Plan your trips down to the last detail right now!
Travel can also get stuck in this period when the communication planet is going “backwards”. So enjoy that everything is in order now and plan EVERYTHING: where you're going to leave, what time, how much you're going to spend, where you're going to stay… Don't leave it for the last minute and stay safe.
Face the DRs head on
As Mercury is the planet of communication, chances are good that you will say “a” and the other person will understand “z”. So don't shy away from the toughest conversations and tackle them right now. Speak calmly and clearly. This way, things will be smoother.
Graduated in Social Communication at the Federal University of Goiás. Passionate about digital media, pop culture, technology, politics and psychoanalysis.