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You know it\u2019s coming, so it\u2019s time to get prepared. Mercury Retrograde is headed our way and will grace us with all its wacky, destructive, and disorderly glory. If you\u2019re reading this, that\u2019s the first step, as knowing is half the battle. Let\u2019s be diligent, and not only prepare ourselves to survive this cycle, but thrive in spite of it.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Mercury, the Roman name of the Roman Messenger God, is responsible for all things communication. You hear it every single cycle, because this is the area that\u2019s hit hardest. Before Mercury goes retrograde, it\u2019s a good idea to prepare for any potential inconvenience. So, here are some basic tips to help you get through this cycle unscathed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
1. Know When It\u2019s Coming<\/strong><\/p>\n This current cycle will occur beginning August 30th and will return to its regular orbit on September 22nd.\u00a0<\/p>\n Put these dates on your calendar or in your planner. Also add a reminder a week before the timeframe that Mercury is in retrograde. This will give you time to prepare for what might happen.<\/p>\n 2. Declutter and Finish Projects<\/strong><\/p>\n Have you been setting aside certain projects for a while? Do your best to complete any unfinished work before entering into a Mercury retrograde cycle.\u00a0<\/p>\n 3. Back Up Your Work<\/strong><\/p>\n Diligence is the name of the game, and you should be extra cautious when it comes to saving work and backing it up in a different place. Digital or paper, make extra copies of everything and save them in different places. Print, email, flash drive, hard drive, or external hard drive\u2014use these outlets in your favor.\u00a0<\/p>\n