Mercury’s At It Again: How to Actually Survive (and Maybe Even Thrive) This Mercury Retrograde

Oh Mercury Retrograde. The cosmic scapegoat for missed texts, tech meltdowns, airport chaos, and emotional spirals. It’s back (again), and while it gets a bad rep for being the universe’s version of a group chat gone wrong, it’s also a powerful time to reset - if you play it right.

This isn’t just about blaming the stars for why your laptop crashed mid-Zoom. It’s about pausing, reflecting, and navigating the chaos with a little more cosmic savvy and a lot more grace.

Whether you’re a Mercury-obsessed astrology girlie or just wondering why everything feels a bit...off, here’s how to not just survive this retrograde, but thrive through it like the high-vibe legend you are.

1. Don’t Panic — Pause.

Yes, delays happen. Miscommunication runs wild. But instead of fighting it, slow down. Use the chaos as a cue to take your time, double-check the email, and maybe wait just a few more days before signing that lease or launching that big thing.

2. Back It Up (Literally and Emotionally).

Tech fails are a signature move of Mercury in retrograde. Back up your files, double-save that Insta reel, and maybe don’t throw your phone across the room when it randomly restarts. Emotionally? Do the same. Revisit old patterns, reflect on what’s triggering you, and tidy up your mental hard drive.

3. Expect the Unexpected… and Let It Flow.

Missed flight? Random ex text? Forget your script and go with the (sometimes messy) flow. Retrograde loves to resurface things you thought were long gone – sometimes for closure, sometimes for clarity. Pay attention. What feels like a detour might be divine redirection.

4. Re- Everything.

This is the time to reflect, review, reorganise, reconnect - not rush forward. Instead of pushing for newness, look back with fresh eyes. Revisit that creative idea. Reconnect with someone important. Reframe a situation. The power’s in the prefix.

5. Protect Your Peace.

Not everything needs a reaction. Keep your boundaries strong, your energy clear, and your vibe unbothered. Mercury loves to stir drama, but you don’t have to RSVP. Meditate, journal, take extra naps - do what keeps you grounded.

Bottom line? Mercury retrograde isn’t out to get you. It’s out to show you what still needs your attention. So light your candles, charge your crystals (if that’s your thing), and ride the retrograde wave with self-awareness, humour, and your Wi-Fi password saved in multiple places.

Thrive? Always. Panic? Optional.