Mercury Retrograde Is Here, And It Might Make You Break Up With Your S.O.
Mercury is going retrograde in the sign of Libra on September 9, 2022.
This astrological event will impact the balance you have—or lack—in life.
Mercury retrograde will impact all zodiac signs, but Libra, Aries, and Gemini will feel it the most.
September is always a tricky time of year. Summer is wrapping up, which is a total bummer, and there’s a major back-to-school, gotta-buckle-down vibe, whether you’re a student or not. Well, the universe has decided it’s also a great time to throw a Mercury retrograde into the mix. Because, 2022.
It’s important to point out that, while Mercury has a bad reputation for going retrograde, it doesn’t mean your world will crumble or anything life-shattering. You just may find that things are shaken up a bit.
Every Mercury retrograde is a little different, too. (ICYDK, Mercury does the moonwalk three times a year!) This time around, the planet goes retrograde on September 9, 2022 in the sign of Libra, which will impact your ability to balance your life out, says Donna Page, a certified astrologer in Atlanta. Of course, there’s more to it than that.
Here’s everything your zodiac sign can expect from the latest Mercury in retrograde.
What is Mercury in retrograde, again?
Quick astrology lesson: All planets go retrograde at some point—it’s not just a Mercury thing. And, when something goes "retrograde,” it looks like it’s moving backward in the sky.
How will September's Mercury in retrograde impact your zodiac sign?
Because this Mercury retrograde is happening in the sign of Libra, expect to feel an overall balance shift in your life, says Page. So, you may find yourself working ‘til all hours of the night, or cutting out early to be the first one at happy hour. There's not going to be much in between. If you feel like you're tilting too much toward work or play, just be mindful of how you're spending your time and do your best to adapt during this time.
This particular Mercury retrograde is big on relationships, making you rethink things in your love life. Are you with someone who you feel is the absolute best fit for you, or are you just kind of riding things out because it’s easier than actually breaking up? If things aren’t totally blissful right now but you know you ultimately want to be with your S.O., think about what needs to change to recalibrate your relationship. And if you're going through a "rough patch" with no end in sight, you may be better off single.
Naturally, your social life factors in here, too. You may find that your BFFs are a little busier than usual lately, forcing you to expand your social circle a smidge. But no worries, it will be sorted out soon. And hey, why not add some new faces to your crew?
All zodiac signs will be impacted by Mercury in retrograde but Libra, Aries, and Gemini will feel it the most.
How will Mercury in retrograde impact your sign in the future?
Mercury in retrograde tends to last for about three weeks, Page says, so you don’t have to stress about this being your reality forever. At the same time, this particular retrograde is a good time to do a gut check to see if you’re cool with where things are headed in life. Feel like you just got a serious wakeup call? Let’s make some changes.
Again, don’t panic: Just ride it out. Things will be back to normal—or even better—soon enough.
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