Psychologists have studied how myths about Mercury retrograde and other astrological concepts affect people’s mental health. It turns out that such ideas can have both positive and negative effects. To work published By Psychology Today.
Mercury retrograde is a phase of the planet’s motion that occurs every four months and lasts about three weeks. Due to the difference in rotation speeds in the orbits of Earth and Mercury, terrestrial observers have an optical illusion as if Mercury has been moving in the opposite direction for some time. The final period of Mercury retrograde lasted from August 23 to September 14.
Some people believe that during Mercury retrograde, communication and relationship problems worsen, conflicts with friends and family arise, and plans and projects are disrupted.
According to licensed personality disorder and addiction specialist Jordan Travers, there is no scientific evidence that Mercury retrograde affects people’s mental health. This also applies to other astrological concepts.
The expert said that mood swings at the junction of summer and autumn can be explained by seasonal affective disorder, which affects about 5% of the adult population.
Jordan Travers added that passion for astrology often leads people to be prejudiced against others based on their own zodiac sign. This can cause difficulties in your personal life and career. For example, according to a study conducted in China, hiring managers of some companies avoid hiring people born under the sign of Virgo (August 23 – September 22) due to the alleged bad character of Virgo.
There are also benefits to be gained from various pseudoscientific theories. Whether you believe this proposition or not, the psychologist suggested that you pay more attention to others and listen to your loved ones during periods when Mercury is retrograde.
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