What are the effects of Mercury retrograde and what should I avoid?

During Mercury retrograde, communication, travel, technology, and contracts tend to go wrong. It is best to avoid signing new agreements, buying gadgets, and making major decisions.

Mercury rules communication, travel, trade, and technology. When retrograde, these areas become prone to misunderstandings, delays, and errors.

Common problems include lost messages, tech failures, travel disruptions, and contract disputes.

It is a good period for review, editing, repairing, and reconnecting with old contacts rather than starting new ventures.

Mercury retrograde happens about three to four times a year for roughly three weeks each time.

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