Mercury Retrograde & Exes: Why They Text, According to Astrologer

When the planet Mercury appears to move backward in the sky, astrologers say it can mess with how we think, remember, and talk.

This period, called Mercury retrograde, can make you think about the past, like old relationships.

Exes might contact you because they're reflecting on their lives or want to resolve things.

It's also easy to misunderstand messages during this time.

Astrologers believe this period tests if you've truly moved on from past relationships.