Mercury retrograde begins: what to do and what not to do during this period

What cannot be done in this period

• Sign important contracts: avoid commitments or legal agreements, as well as heavy contracts. If they cannot be postponed, you should make sure to review all the details several times.
• Start new projects: This is not the best time to launch a business, start a personal project, or change jobs, as complications or misunderstandings could arise.
• Buy electronic devices: Cell phones, computers or new appliances can cause unexpected technical problems if they are purchased during this period.
• Travel without precautions: Delays and setbacks are common on this plane, so if you need to travel, it is necessary to verify the schedules, bring supporting documentation and be prepared for possible unforeseen events.
• Make large investments: You should be cautious about investments, especially if they are very important, since there may be incomplete or misinterpreted financial information and problems with money may arise because of that.
• Reopen conflicts from the past: It is common for people and issues from the past to resurface with this phenomenon, but it is not ideal to confront them with impulsive reactions or make definitive decisions about them.
• Blindly trust communication: Avoid assuming that your messages are understood correctly during this planet’s retrograde. Appointments, meetings or agreements need to be confirmed.
• Make drastic changes in relationships: Arguments can intensify due to misunderstandings. It is better to wait until this period has passed to make important emotional decisions.

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  Mercury retrograde happens three times a year.

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What is recommended to do during Mercury retrograde

• Review pending projects: It is advisable to take advantage of this time to reevaluate tasks or projects that have been left halfway, because it is a good time to perfect details and correct errors.
• Reconnect with the past: During this phenomenon, people or situations from the past usually appear. In this situation, it is best to consider how you can close cycles, resolve misunderstandings or learn from those experiences.
• Reflect on communication: It is a good time to evaluate how one communicates with others. That way, you can work on being clearer and be sure to actively listen before responding.
• Organize and debug: This period is ideal for organizing your home, organizing documents or removing what no longer serves you, both materially and emotionally.
• Make adjustments: If something is not working, you must take advantage of this opportunity to analyze it and make modifications. These should be gradual and not drastic.
• Review goals: this planetary movement allows evaluate the progress of one’s objectives and rethink the necessary ways to achieve them.
• Meditate and recharge: Mercury retrograde favors activities that help you rediscover yourself, such as introspection and relaxation techniques.
• Review agreements: When discussing important topics during this period, it is extremely essential to read everything twice, confirm the details and speak slowly to avoid misunderstandings.
• Reflect before acting: Patience and planning are required for the duration of this phenomenon. It is suggested that you take the time to consider the pros and cons of each decision.
• Be flexible: these daysyes cause changes in plans, delays or unexpected adjustments. Maintaining an adaptable attitude will help you face any challenge more calmly.