Feeling Out of Sync? The Truth About "Mercury Retrograde" and How to Make the Most of It

Hi there! I'm Aries Yoko, your astrologer.

"My phone has been acting up lately," or "I ended up being late for my meeting!" If things like these keep happening, it might be because we are currently in a period of "Mercury Retrograde."

Hearing the word "retrograde" might sound a bit scary, but it’s actually an important "adjustment period" for stopping and reflecting on yourself.

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1. What Happens During "Mercury Retrograde"?

From the perspective of Earth, it’s a phenomenon where Mercury—the planet governing intellect and communication—appears to be moving in the opposite direction than usual. During this time, it's said that slight "misalignments" tend to occur in areas handled by Mercury, such as "language," "communication," and "transportation."

• You thought you sent a message, but there's no reply, or an email didn't arrive.
• Trains are delayed, or you forget something important.
• Small arguments break out due to misunderstandings or talking past each other.

2. No Need to Be Afraid! It's a "Chance for Review"

Mercury Retrograde isn't just about bad things. Rather, it’s a period that gives us "gifts for starting over."

• You receive a message from an old friend you haven't seen in a long time.
• You feel like trying again at something you gave up on in the past.
• You can clear your mind by organizing cluttered emails and documents.

3. Recommended Ways to Spend Time During the Retrograde

During this period, instead of forcing yourself to start new things, focus on "confirming" and "reviewing."

• Reconfirm the time for important appointments more carefully than usual.
• Reread your messages one more time before hitting the send button.
• Try to act ahead of time with a sense of mental ease.

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Understanding the Movements of the Stars Makes Daily Life Easier

Mercury Retrograde is a signal from the universe telling you, "Take a breath and look back for a moment." Let's not rush and instead carefully do what we can do for ourselves right now.