Gen-Z warns ‘don’t text your ex’ as Mercury goes retrograde for the first time in 2024 – so what does this mean for you?

Has your life fallen into chaos? Or maybe you’re feeling nostalgic, or even want to change your entire look after going through a bit of an identity crisis?

No, it’s not random: Mercury is in retrograde again, and Generation Z is flocking to social media to warn others and prepare themselves for the potentially turbulent times ahead.

About four times a year, for a three-week period, Mercury goes retrograde — meaning it appears to stop and move backward in the sky — and during that time, many people believe that the planet’s movements can change things in their lives. change. go wrong.

From getting fired at work to facing problems in their love lives, many people are convinced that the cosmic event could cause a whole host of misfortunes – some even claim that they are making decisions they normally wouldn’t make during this time, so they avoid major problems. choices at all.

Here, FEMAIL looks at what the world is saying as Mercury goes retrograde for the first time in 2024.

The planet began its apparent retrograde motion on April 1 and will continue until April 24, with this retrograde in the sign of Aries.

Additionally, one astrologer has warned that this Mercury retrograde could cause even more chaos than usual since it takes place during eclipse season.

Eli Rallo, an influencer from the US, used TikTok to warn her 822,000 followers to be careful what they do during this time – and to warn them not to text their ex.

In a video seen by more than 1.6 million people and posted under her direction @eliralloshe discussed her tips for the season.

She said, “I’m going to tell you some do’s and don’ts, okay? This s*** is real. Women in STEM, planets, science, hear me out.

“You may feel nostalgic, sad, you may feel like you want to reach out to an ex or a friend who was toxic.

‘Don’t do it, wait until April 25. Why? Because during a retrograde you will naturally feel more nostalgic, more attached to the past, more reflective about the past, and that can make you feel like you want to reach out to someone you have nothing to do with.

‘You can wait 24 days, I’m sure, they’ll still be there. If possible, it’s better to postpone making big life choices just because it feels like everything is going wrong.’

The American added: “You may have technology issues or problems, you may just be frustrated that things aren’t going your way and you may be having trouble with everyday tasks.

“It’s just a better idea not to make any big changes or decisions in your life, if possible, and not to sign big contracts, if you can.”

“That said, it’s a good time to reflect and reflect on how things have been going in your life and the things you want to change.

‘Decide how you feel about your life, what works and what doesn’t. When something goes wrong and you get frustrated, ask yourself questions and interrogate. It’s a good time to get nostalgic and really get into your feelings.’

She closed the clip by promising, “Once we get to the other side of this, we’re going to feel wonderful, stunning, wonderful, beautiful.” If you’re feeling bad today, Mercury is in retrograde babes, we’ll get through it together.’

Shocked commenters joked: ‘Is that why I cried last night?! I was just wondering’ and ‘Oh, so crying 4 times yesterday makes sense now’.

A third warned: ‘I’ve been in touch. DO NOT. Do not. Stop. Doooo not. Stay strong out there folks.”

Meanwhile, a fourth admitted: ‘I was literally talking about how nostalgic I’ve been feeling all day,’ and a fifth commented: ‘Yes, I’m feeling seven different ways today.’

Others wondered, “Ehhh, I need a new job, so should I just wait until April 24?” and ‘Lol, literally getting married on Friday…. Oops’.

Users on

One person insisted: ‘I don’t want anyone to downplay the effects of a Mercury retrograde again because it has proven itself with this one.’

A second agreed: ‘Over the next few weeks I need to be extra aware and remind myself not to take what others say and do personally as we are in eclipse season and Mercury Retrograde. Nothing really makes sense right now.”

A third joked: ‘They got extra retrograde in this Mercury Retrograde I see,’ with a fourth asking: ‘Mercury retrograde showed everyone they’re a** omg ​​why is everyone arguing?’

One user who didn’t seem bothered wrote: ‘This Mercury retrograde has really helped me realize that I don’t miss anyone from my past. As if I don’t miss a soul, the growth!’

Meanwhile, another user reasoned: ‘Arguments during a Mercury retrograde are funny because usually both people are right in one way or another.’

Someone else gave some advice, writing, “My biggest piece of advice for Mercury Retrograde is to first stop and think, and then think HARD, and then ask yourself, is it worth a response?

‘Is it worth getting all excited? Is it worth scolding them? How can you deal with this in such a way that you still come out on top, without having to explode?’

Another chimed in: ‘Mercury retrograde starts today, we should all just shut up and stay quiet.’

“Y’all, it’s only the third day of April and Mercury Retrograde is already approaching my head. I am trying to control my attitude and anger,” one social media user admitted.

The warnings come on the heels of yesterday’s solar eclipse – the biggest astronomical event of the decade.

This rare event occurred when the moon moved directly between the sun and Earth, providing some fantastic photo opportunities.

However, Americans reported bizarre physical and mental alignments leading up to and during Monday’s solar eclipse.

Also called ‘eclipse sickness’, the symptoms include headaches, fatigue, changes in the menstrual cycle and insomnia.

Although NASA has said there is no evidence linking human health to the solar eclipse, studies have shown that the celestial event could have an impact on animals, especially dogs that appear anxious.

A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon and sun are perfectly aligned and the moon is close enough to us to cover the entire sun from our perspective.

The last one released in the US was in 2017 and the next one is scheduled for August 23, 2044.