Mercury retrograde, calmly

Mercury retrograde has a scary reputation online. It doesn’t need to. Think of it like a rainy week: you don’t cancel your life, you just grab an umbrella. Here are some small habits people find helpful.

Tech

• Back up your phone and laptop before it starts.
• Save your work often. Future you will say thanks.
• If something glitches, try turning it off and on again before you panic.

Messages

• Reread important messages before you hit send.
• If a text sounds rude, assume it was a typo first.
• Old contacts may pop up. Reply if it feels good, ignore if it doesn’t.

Plans and travel

• Leave a little extra time for journeys.
• Confirm bookings and times once more.
• Keep copies of tickets and documents on your phone.

You

• Use the “re” words: review, revisit, rethink, rest.
• Finish things you started before you start new ones.
• Be kind to yourself if your brain feels foggy. Everyone’s does sometimes.

What does this Mercury retrograde mean for your sign?