Quick astrology fact: Mercury goes retrograde three times a year (sorry, but it's true). And even those who arent really into astrology know that people tend to freak the eff out when this particular planet goes backwards, worrying that its totally going to ruin their life. While the reality of Mercury retrograde isnt ~exactly~ that intense, this astrological moonwalk can shake stuff up a little.

This time, Mercury is going retrograde on October 31, a.k.a. Halloween. (Fun!) In general, this astrological event signals a time to catch up and take a deep breath, according to Donna Page , a certified astrologer in Atlanta.

But theres a ton more to it than that. Heres what you need to know about whats in store for your Mercury retrograde-slash-Halloween.

In astrology, "retrograde" just means that something is moving backwards. When Mercury is in retrograde, it looks like its moving from east to west, instead of its usual west-to-east orbit. And while Mercury in retrograde gets all the astro attention, every planet actually goes retrograde at some point, Page explains. (As the iconic Elle Woods once said, "What, like it's hard?")

Mercury goes retrograde in different astrological signs , and this time its happening in the sign of Scorpio . That can mean a few different things, and its not all bad.

Butlets get the bad stuff out of the way first. If you ordered a last-minute Halloween costume online, you might want to grab another off the rack, just to be safe. "Dont count on rush shipping for Halloween costumes during Mercury in retrograde," Page warns.

Already dreading this spooky Mercury retrograde? You're bound to feel better after looking at this dog in an adorable Halloween costume:

Theres also some emotional stuff going on (because of course there is). Generally speaking, Mercury in retrograde is about being able to purge negative emotions and just let go of bad juju that's dragging you down. Can it be a little rough to go through that? Sure, but on the upside, youll come out an emotionally healthier person. And, in the long run, that's a treatnot a trick.

One more semi-scary thing: Keep tabs on your finances around this time. Its not unusual for weird charges to crop up on your bank statement.

Now, the good stuff! Mercury is going retrograde next to Venus, making it a sweet time for friendships and partying. So, yay, your Halloween experience is gonna be epic. At the same time, the moon is with Jupiter in Sagittarius, stirring up even more epic party vibes. Costume contest, anyone?

Everyone is impacted by Mercury in retrograde, but Scorpios will feel it the most this time around, for obvious reasons (it's Scorpio season). That said, everybody has a little Scorpio in their chart somewhere, so this retrograde will impact all signs a little differently, Page says. Buckle up, buttercupheres what you can expect for your sign:

ARIES (MARCH 21APRIL 19)

Youll start to question whether you want to be close to someone else.

TAURUS (APRIL 20MAY 20)

Youll rethink your partnerships and whether someone is actually right for you.

GEMINI (MAY 21JUNE 20)

It's probably time to question whether your work routine, exercise schedule, and overall daily grind are helpingor hurtingyou become your healthiest self.

CANCER (JUNE 21JULY 22)

Youll have some thoughts about the romantic side of life and how to put more fun in dating.

LEO (JULY 23AUGUST 22)

Youll be rethinking where you live and what you really want in a home.

VIRGO (AUGUST 23SEPTEMBER 22)

Travel and trips will be on your mind, along with catching up on that massive backlog of texts youve been meaning to answer since... forever.

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23OCTOBER 22)

Your finances will get a solid rethink, leaving you wondering how to make more money.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23NOVEMBER 21)

Youll rethink your whole life. Yay Mercury in retrograde!

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22DECEMBER 21)

Youll wonder how you can get away from life and recharge already.

CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22JANUARY 19)

Youll have some deep thoughts about your friendships, and how you can fit in everything you need to do with what you want to do.

AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20FEBRUARY 18)

Are you still happy in your career? Youll have thoughts...

PISCES (FEBRUARY 19MARCH 20)

Youll rethink the way youve been thinking lately. Have you been too negative? If so, its a good time to change.

Well, it really depends on how Mercury in retrograde is impacting you right now. Rethinking your career? Maybe youll start to act on plans to move up the ladderor somewhere else altogether. Questioning if your house really feels like home? This could finally help push you to look for a new place, or even inspire you to move across the country like youve been wanting to do for ages. You know, NBD.

Overall, Page says you shouldnt freak out over Mercury in retrograde, but you should be aware that it can stir things up a littlejust in time for Halloween.