Mercury Retrograde December 2022

Mercury Retrograde: Everything You Need to Know

Mercury Retrograde By: ashish pokhriyal

Mercury retrograde is a phenomenon that appears to occur when the planet Mercury appears to be moving backward in the sky.

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It is an optical illusion that occurs due to the relative positions of the Earth, Mercury, and the sun.

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During a Mercury retrograde period, it may appear that the planet is moving backward in the sky,

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But in reality, it is just an illusion caused by the relative movements of the Earth and Mercury.

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Mercury retrograde periods occur several times a year and can last for about three weeks.

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These periods are believed by some astrologers to have an impact on people's lives,

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with some believing that they can bring about communication breakdowns, delays, and misunderstandings.

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However, it is important to note that these beliefs are not supported by scientific evidence.

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