Mercury goes direct on August 28, 2024. Yeaaa right? However, don’t think just because it has gone direct means all the chaos that mercury retrograde can create will immediately disappear. There is a shadow or overlay that can last up to 2 weeks after mercury goes direct. Ome of the best things you can do during this shadow period are; Although the chaos might not be as intense, it can still cause disruption. 8-28-2024 adds up to an 8 in numerology so there is still time in this month and year of 8 to take advantage of achieving all that you intend on doing. Some of the best things you can do during this shadow period are; Let miscommunication work itself out: Be patient and don’t rush. Plan to move forward, start getting back into your routine and rhythm, wait before starting projects or making big purchases. Some recommend waiting at least two days after Mercury goes direct, or even two weeks if possible.
Although mercury retrograde can be challenging, it can also offer opportunities for reflection and renewal. Hopefully you took advantage of this retrograde to upgrade your own intuition and spirituality, reassess your priorities, contemplate your future goals, release the need to control everything, learned to trust in the natural flow of existence, review key areas of your life, especially relationships, apologize and hear the other person out, place accuracy over urgency, take stock and be patient as well as releasing on the full moon in August and looking forward to bringing in the new with the new moon not only in August but for the new moon in September which takes place on September 3rd!
As Mercury goes direct, you could feel a sense of confidence that you’ve been tending to this important area of your life while nurturing bonds. After waiting through the shadow period you’re free to sign contracts, schedule vital meetings, have significant conversations, and make important decisions or purchases and make travel plans!
