15 tips to survive this cycle
Whether you're into astrology or not, you've probably heard of Mercury Retrograde. If you're unsure what it is or have never heard of it at all, now is a good time to better understand this important moment in the flow of our lives.
So, what exactly is Mercury Retrograde? According to Astrology, an ancient practice that seeks to understand the world and people through the observation of the stars, it's the name given to the effect when Mercury begins to "move backward." However, this retrograde motion is merely an illusion created by the way Earth interacts with the orbits of other planets. It happens three times a year , and the next dates are from April 1st to April 24th.
These are believed to be turbulent times , associated with confusion and delays, but also periods when our intuition is heightened , full of extraordinary coincidences . They are also great times to reflect on the past .
What to do when Mercury is retrograde?
Mercury is the planet that governs communication, travel, contracts, transportation, and other things within that spectrum. Therefore, during these periods, it's ideal to remain flexible and cautious . Read and reread important emails, confirm reservations, and avoid scheduling appointments one after the other. Be prepared to deal with more irritable and impulsive people. Ideally, wait for Mercury to return to its normal motion before making any definitive decisions.
But this isn't a time of only bad things – far from it! It's a fantastic moment for retrospectives , to analyze what you're putting most of your energy into , why, and whether it aligns with your true needs and desires.
I'm going to leave you with 15 tips that can help you with Mercury retrograde, which is starting now - April 1st to April 24th . I truly hope it will be a time full of calm and important reflections for you.
1. Back up everything!
This is rule number 1! Back up your documents, either on external drives or online platforms – or both! Make sure you save everything a million times. When Mercury is retrograde, our computers and phones are more prone to malfunctions, and suddenly, really important documents that you were sure you had saved disappear.
2. Don't let yourself be affected by small things.
Yes, there are small but very significant things that deserve our attention, but this is not a time to make a mountain out of a molehill. Relax and accept the natural course of things, without letting yourself be brought down by things that don't go so well. If you remain calm and confident in what you are doing – and with the necessary backups! – believe that everything will be alright.
3. Do not sign any contract.
If possible, avoid signing contracts right now. If possible, wait a week after the retrograde period ends. Of course, not everything can be postponed, and in those cases, my advice is to read the documents in question many times.
4. Read and reread documents.
I've told you to read this several times, but it's really important to reinforce this idea! I'm not just talking about contracts, but about work to be delivered or important communications to someone.
5. Ask for a second opinion.
If you really have to sign a contract and you've already read and reread it several times, ask for a second (or third!) opinion. Seek out friends you trust or lawyers. Four eyes see better than two, especially during Mercury retrograde.
6. Don't travel without plans.
This is really not the right time for unplanned trips, as flight delays or car breakdowns are common. If you really have to travel, try to be organized and don't schedule trips too close to important appointments to avoid being inconvenienced by delays.
7. Let go
In addition to Mercury retrograde, it will also be eclipse season. It's a cosmic reminder to slow down, relax, and let go… even when disasters happen! Yes, they will happen, it's normal at this time, and instead of beating yourself up, think about how you can work to improve the situation. Patience and self-understanding are even more important during these times when you shouldn't stress.
8. Prepare for the unexpected
If you are aware that Mercury retrograde brings with it less predictable events, you'll be halfway to not being overly affected. It doesn't necessarily have to be something bad, just something more out of the ordinary. Be prepared and don't go against the cosmos.
9. Slow and steady
That's the motto for this period. Take a deep breath and slow down your pace of life. During Mercury retrograde, I really like adding the Calm blend to my drinks to ensure I can reduce stress and anxiety levels and get a good night's rest. It's essential for feeling good and making sound decisions.
10. Breathe
In addition to unconscious breathing, try conscious breathing. Stop and take a deep breath, inhaling and exhaling slowly. When you feel more anxious or tense, try this breathing exercise: inhale counting to two and exhale counting to four. Repeat until you feel calmer. This applies to every day of your life, of course! Breathing helps us to calm down.
11. Do a detox
If there are times when you should focus on cleansing your body, this is definitely one of them! We must free ourselves from everything that is toxic: food, habits, people, objects – everything! It was precisely thinking about moments like this that I created the new 7-Day Detox Kit - Reset . Of course, diet is the basis of the plan, because everything starts here with what we eat, but it's a very complete kit that supports you in a total detox of body and mind in a safe way.
12. Get rid of everything you don't need.
Following on from the previous point, this is one of the things that feels best, especially during Mercury retrograde. Try waking up early one day and starting to get rid of everything you no longer use: clothes, your children's toys, decorative objects, books… There are so many things that take up unnecessary physical and mental space and hinder our well-being. This is a perfect time to rethink all of that!
13. Expect to run into people from the past.
Mercury retrograde has the power to make us encounter or hear from people who were once part of our lives. Therefore, be prepared for these encounters with schoolmates you haven't seen in a long time or a former relationship. Seeing these people again is a kind of cosmic lesson, as if to ask yourself if you are at peace with the fact that they are far from you.
14. Don't be negative.
Cosmically, this is already a turbulent period, so don't complicate things further. Think positively and make your mind an ally. It's an unstable period, but it will make you much stronger.
15. Relax
When everything around us seems out of control, the best thing you can do is relax. Take a bath , meditate, drink a calming drink before bed, read, watch a movie… whatever brings you pleasure and calms you down. Everything will be alright – I promise you!