The upcoming Mercury retrograde will begin on April 1, 2024, meaning we're just mere days away from the huge astrological event that usually wreaks havoc. With around 25 days of uncertainty and misunderstandings looming, it won't just be us that's affected, because celebrities like
Kanye West and
Kourtney Kardashian will too. For those not in the know, Mercury retrograde is a bit like an optical illusion that happens when the planet Mercury appears to move backwards. This means that Earth briefly overtakes Mercury in its orbit, and according to astrologers, Mercury RX is associated with negative energy, confusion, inconvenience, and bad luck. For all the latest on news, politics, sports, and showbiz from the
USA, go to The Mirror US . READ MORE: Lizzo 'quits music' in dramatic statement and says 'the world doesn't want me' Kanye West could be impacted by the upcoming Mercury retrograde ( Image: Getty Images) Beyonce's new album came out yesterday ( Image:
Beyonce / Instagram) Speaking exclusively to The Mirror about the upcoming astrological event, Inbaal Honigman revealed the celebrities that will be most affected. Celebrity psychic Inbaal revealed that Kanye West, who is a Gemini; Kourtney Kardashian who is an Aries , and Virgo-born Beyonce are all "racing, feet-first, into 25 days of uncertainty and misunderstandings". "If you’re born under those signs, read on to make sure that you’re prepared for the upcoming Mercury retrograde," Inbaal warned, adding that the planet of communication could cause issues with "writing, emails, online transactions,
Job interviews, phone calls,
Social Media posts and anything to do with the exchange of information". Inbaal explained: "About three to four times a year, this planet does a backspin. Even though planets always hurtle forward in the sky, never backwards, they might appear to us as if they’re reversing at times. From our perspective here on Earth, Mercury appears to go back on itself for about three to four weeks – and this is called the Mercury retrograde. "At the times of the retrograde, all matters of communication go awry. Phones may restart of their own accord, postal deliveries can end up with the wrong neighbours, compliments can be taken for insults and your WiFi may drop to a snail’s pace." Kourtney is an Aries ( Image: Getty Images) She went on to reveal: "When Mercury, planet of communication is in fiery Aries, it means that conversations are more direct, job interviews leave nothing hidden, and secrets are revealed. When the Mercury retrograde happens in Aries, it means that this directness can take on a less favourable approach, and blunt communication can insult the wrong people." Gemini and Virgo are ruled by Mercury Inbaal then told us that sign of Gemini is a born communicator, adding that Geminis are usually chatty, sociable, and brimming with ideas. The sign of Gemini is also ruled by the planet Mercury, which is why the Mercury retrograde can impact their lives. "During the Mercury retrograde, Geminis like Kanye West , Jonny Depp or
Angelina Jolie would feel that their naturally free-flowing communicative gift is halted. Their endless stream of thoughts will be interrupted, and their talent for salesmanship will hit a snag," she revealed. Meanwhile, the sign of Virgo is a natural organiser. Virgos are neat and tidy, and can carry out plans with utmost efficiency. And the sign of Virgo is ruled by the planet Mercury, and for this reason the Mercury retrograde can get in the way of their everyday lives. "During the Mercury retrograde, Virgos like Zendaya, Beyonce or Idris Elba will have to deal with unwanted delays, and surprise visits from their exes. The Mercury retrograde can cough up old people from the past, and Virgos do not like surprises," Inbaal went on to expose. Aries is where Mercury is right now She then explained that the sign of Aries is upfront and direct. Aries are sporty, active and absolutely unstoppable. She noted that the sign of Aries is ruled by the planet
Mars, a fiery planet of passion. This Mercury retrograde takes place in Aries, and will therefore influence Aries’ lives. "During the Mercury retrograde, Aries like
Lady Gaga , Kourtney Kardashian and Paul Rudd would feel that their natural directness is hampered. They’ll get into an argument, only to be distracted, or will book festival tickets only for them to not arrive," Inbaal unveiled and concluded. Follow the Mirror US News page on
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