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Why is Mercury in Retrograde? And More Importantly, What the Hell Is It?

Mercury in retrograde isn’t some vague celestial excuse; it’s a real astrological event that’s become a full-blown meme. But why does it seem to target Geminis? And how can we all survive the next round of cosmic chaos with our sanity (and relationships) intact?

So... What Is Mercury in Retrograde?

Astrologically, it’s when Mercury appears to move backwards in the sky. Symbolically? It’s communication breakdowns, tech fails, travel plans collapsing, and vibes being OFF.

Long story short: Mercury governs communication. So when it reverses course, stuff gets scrambled.

Why Does It Always Feel Worse for Geminis?

Gemini is ruled by Mercury. So when Mercury’s in a spin, so are they. Expect fast-talking, overthinking, random ghosting, or planning a holiday and cancelling it two hours later. All classic Gemini Mercury retrograde energy.

Geminis are air signs. They live in their heads. And when the WiFi in their brain cuts out (metaphorically speaking), things get weird.

But it’s not just Geminis.. As this tweet will testify:
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What You Can Do About It (Besides Hiding Under a Blanket)

Here’s the thing: Mercury retrograde isn’t here to ruin your life. It’s here to make you slow down, check your texts before sending them, and maybe stop re-downloading Hinge.

For Geminis (and people who love them), grounding rituals help. Think:

  • Journalling instead of tweeting every thought

  • Candlelight instead of screen glare

  • Taking five before speaking your truth (or spiralling)

Enter: The Gemini Custom Zodiac Candle

Not to be dramatic, but this candle might save you. Our Gemini Custom Zodiac Candle is:

  • Hand-poured in the UK

  • Customisable with your name (or the chaotic Gemini in your life)

  • Aesthetic AF

It’s not magic, but it is soy wax that smells like getting your life together. Kind of.

Perfect for:

  • Birthday gifts for Gemini

  • Funny astrology gift ideas UK

  • Mercury retrograde survival kits (yes, that’s a thing)

TL;DR

  • Mercury in retrograde = tech issues, chaos, and emotional WiFi glitches

  • Gemini = ruled by Mercury, therefore most likely to cause / suffer from said chaos

  • Solution = humour, ritual, and a candle that smells like clarity

Shop the Gemini Candle — or just send it to the Gemini in your life with a note that says “You might need this. No shade.”

 

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