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We hate to break it to you but Mercury retrograde is back. Sorry! Fortunately, Stephanie Gailing, astrologer and author of the book, The Complete Guide to Living by the Moon, shared with E! News what we can expect during the Mercury retrograde and what can be done to survive it. 

What Is Mercury in Retrograde?

Just a little refresher, Mercury goes retrograde about three to four times a year, and when a planet goes retrograde, it slows down and gives the appearance of moving backwards in the sky. Since the planet Mercury is associated with communication, travel, commerce, and information, you may experience delays, misunderstandings, issues with phones and computers, and pretty much anything and everything that has to do with those areas. Negative energy alert.

What to Expect During Mercury Retrograde August 2024

This fall’s Mercury Retrograde will last from November 25 to December 15, and occurs in the astrology sign of Sagittarius. But, since Mercury is usually ruled by Gemini (Sagittarius’ sister sign), there may be some heightened effects of the move and those signs might experience communication a little more intensely (think big picture reveals). Gailing advises, “It can be a great time to go back to a conversation you had previously—whether with a lover, friend or client—and clean up misunderstandings you may have had.”