Well, it’s time for another one Mercury is retrograde again, but before you get too nervous, let’s break the good news before this transit arrives on August 5, 2024.
There are actually things that become easier to do during the three or four weeks when Mercury, the fast communication planet, goes retrograde, so breathe a sigh of relief!
Sometimes we need to look back to see how we can move forward with clarity and take the steps that will create a stable future. Looking back on the past is easier during a retrograde, but that doesn’t necessarily mean we’ll all cry over past loved ones or relive painful memories; retrogrades are more about learning from our experiences and learning the lessons we need to learn so that we can mature.
In a more practical sense, we can get a lot done during a Mercury retrograde, and things we often don’t enjoy may seem more appealing.
There are the usual things most people associate with a Mercury retrograde: faulty electronics, miscommunication, and delayed travel plans. Accept that Mercury retrograde is simply not the time to make big decisions or move forward, and instead put your energy into more productive endeavors.
Here are 5 things that are easier to do during Mercury Retrograde
1. Organize and clean
If you’re an artistic person, a busy person, or tend to be a bit absent-minded (we’re looking at you, Air signs), during a Mercury retrograde you’ll find that you tend to clean, organize, and… to clear. get rid of clutter in your home.
Retrogrades won’t always mess up your life. You can actually harness their reflective, manic energy for progress and productivity. Whether it’s your budget, your garage, or that pile of “important” papers you stuffed into your desk drawer during Mercury retrograde, you may get excited as you pull out the paper shredder and cleaning supplies.
2. Getting over your ex
If you’ve been struggling to stop thinking about a past lover or crush, it’s actually easier to let go of these feelings during Mercury retrograde.
Retrogrades bring times of reflection. You’ll be better able to find closure and let go of the negative feelings you may have been holding on to about how things ended up. Sometimes we need to find peace with our past before we can move toward a positive future.
During a retrograde period, you can see your role in past relationships more clearly, which can help you change your behavior in the future.
3. Relaxing
If you’re a hard worker and tend to put your goals above literally everything else, relaxing can often be put on the back burner. Well, during Mercury retrograde you can recharge your batteries and get into a restorative state more easily.
Because retrogrades typically bring slower, heavier energy, you may find yourself more open to unstructured down time. You need time to relax and listen to your body so that you get what it needs. Mercury retrograde is a good time to make your bed extra comfortable and allow yourself to sleep in on the weekend. It is also a good time to take relaxing walks in nature or simply enjoy the smell of flowers and the sounds of your favorite music.
Relaxing is essential to keep creative energy flowing, and it can help us find solutions to things in our lives more easily. Bonus: relaxing reduces stress and improves our overall well-being.
4. Let go of bad habits
Mercury retrogrades are a good time to notice any habits that have crept into your life and give them a chance. You can now see your own thought patterns more clearly and identify any negative thought patterns that are keeping you from being truly joyful and free in your daily life.
Keep a journal during Mercury retrograde and review how you’ve been feeling, how you’ve been vibrating, and if you can change your intentions and attitudes to raise your energetic vibration. Take a look at how you’ve been thinking about yourself and let go of the negative self-talk.
5. Renew life goals
Finally, and perhaps most importantly, during Mercury retrograde, take time to reassess and revise your goals. Take a step back and look at your approach to what you’ve been working towards. During this time it is easier to recognize how to correct any mistakes or how to maneuver yourself back into alignment with your soul.
It’s healthy to assess your goals and see if they are still relevant. Keep your journal and write freely about how you think about and approach your goals and dreams.
Embrace Mercury Retrograde
Especially during a retrograde, it is important to tune into your intuition as often as possible. Mercury retrograde can and shall Slow us down, so don’t try to force anything now.
As we review our past patterns and experiences, we don’t have as much energy to focus on making good decisions for our future, but if we are patient, we can make better decisions once we come to the realizations that can will be improved. discovered during a Mercury retrograde.
Don’t get frustrated if the things you’re working towards don’t get off the ground this month; instead, do some soul healing and get back in touch with what matters most to you. Use Mercury retrograde to ignite and fuel your passion, and you’ll be fully ready to move on when this retrograde ends.
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