Real reason you’re feeling so on edge right now and who is likely to be most affected

OK guys, something's definitely in the air.

From forgetting passwords and having fall-outs with mates to full-blown relationship drama and what feels like an avalanche of personal chaos - many people are feeling extremely on edge this month.

Well, you'll be happy to know it's not entirely all you as there's actually a pretty major comic phenomenon taking place right now.

Everyone's mood right now. (Oleg Breslavtsev / Getty Images)

So, what is the real reason we're all pranging out so much and who is likely to be most affected?

If you hadn't already guessed it, we're slap-bang in the midst of a Mercury retrograde and we're set to feel its effects practically until the end of the month (27 August).

What is the Mercury Retrograde?

Speaking on behalf of Tarotoo, celebrity astrologist Inbaal tells us that when we say that a planet is in retrograde, it means it appears to be going backwards in the sky.

"In actual fact, planets can only ever travel forward, along their orbit, but because our planet Earth moves, too, sometimes planets appear as if they're going backwards," she continues.

"When a planet is retrograde, we view it as bringing challenges within the realm of that particular planet, and also potentially dragging the past into the present."

One of the most notable things about Mercury retrograde is that it's characterised by a 'breakdown in communication'.

Emails going missing, passwords getting accidentally changed and phone numbers being deleted are all very typical of the Mercury retrograde.

And that's not all as compliments being taken the wrong way, job interviews leading nowhere, any communication going awry is a hallmark of Mercury's backspin, Inbaal notes.

"Mercury retrograde is also known for bringing back shadows of the past. Those shadows take the shape of exes trying to return, old jobs reaching out, and friends reminding you of memories you'd rather forget," she adds.

Which star signs will be the most affected by Mercury Retrograde?

Let's finally answer the most dreaded of questions - which star signs are most likely to feel the brunt of Mercury retrograde?

Virgo

It could feel personal for Virgos. (Tyla)

According to Inbaal, between 4 and 14 of August, Mercury reverses through the sign of Virgo.

She explained that the most likely areas of daily life to be affected through this unavoidable low patch are close friendships and career, so great care should be taken in these regions.

Leo

Vigilance is key for Leos during this time. (Tyla)

Once Virgo babies' rough spell is over, it's likely be Leos that take a hit, particularly between the 14 and 27 August, being that the planet is retrograde in the sign of Leo.

A horoscope famed for their ability to remain in control and on top of life, Mercury retrograde might see the opposite being the case for Leos. They're likely lose things, accidentally say the wrong thing or slip up at work. Therefore, vigilance is key for Leos at this time.

Gemini

Geminis will 'find themselves doubly hit'. (Tyla)

As we say, there's always one star sign ruled by each planet, and in Mercury's case, it's Gemini. Therefore, whenever the planet hits an unexpected bump, Gemini babies will feel it innately.

"This August, Mercury reverses first through meticulous Virgo," explained Inbaal. "And then through proud Leo, therefore Gemini can find themselves doubly hit." She added that, being that every Gemini has two sides - they can be attentive, or aloof, and sociable, or solitary - one of these sides will inevitably be impacted, 'so Mercury attempts to divide and rule the Gemini by messing with each personality in turn'.

So, good luck, guys!