Mercury Retrograde Horoscopes
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Mercury Retrograde in Leo (July 17th - August 11th)
As Mercury prepares to station retrograde in Leo, it’s time to reflect, recalibrate, and rethink how we communicate and connect. This retrograde is an opportunity that requires mindfulness, patience and intentionality. Let’s explore what this retrograde has in store for you and how you can navigate with grace and purpose.
Mercury stations retrograde on July 17th (evening PST) at 15° Leo and will retrograde back to 4° Leo, stationing direct again on August 11th. This retrograde offers a chance to slow down and reflect. Mercury, the planet of communication, routines, and information, will ask us to revisit, revise, and refine the details of our daily lives.
Shadow Periods:
Pre-Shadow: Began June 30th. Events or themes that have emerged since then may resurface during the retrograde.
Post-Shadow: August 11th - August 25th. This period allows you to tie up loose ends from the retrograde and integrate its lessons.
Mercury Retrograde Checklist
✅ Double-check all emails, contracts, and messages before sending.
✅ Avoid signing major contracts unless absolutely necessary. If you must, review every detail carefully.
✅ Back up your data and devices.
✅ Reflect on decisions made since June 30th.
✅ Focus on revisiting and refining ongoing projects.
✅ Practice patience with yourself and others.
Themes to Expect During Mercury Retrograde in Leo
Revisiting Creative Passions
Leo does not give up on what it loves. During this retrograde, you may find yourself reflecting on creative projects or hobbies that you’ve set aside over the years. Were you a musician who stopped writing songs? A painter who put down the brush? A writer who hasn’t touched the page in months or even years? This is the perfect time to rediscover those passions and reconnect with the joy and meaning they once brought into your life.
Ego vs. Connection
Reflect on where pride or ego might be interfering with your relationships. Let’s say a friend didn’t invite you to an event and your initial reaction is hurt or anger. Instead of letting ego take the wheel, slow down and consider alternative perspectives. Perhaps their perspective clarifies the situation. It’s important to check in with yourself and ask whether your ego is amplifying drama unnecessarily. Taking the time to approach these moments with honesty and humility can lead to deeper, more meaningful connections.
Avoiding Drama
Leo’s love of the dramatic can be tempting but you should resist the urge to stir the pot. Process your emotions internally or share them with a trusted confidant who’s not directly involved in the situation. Taking this approach will help you maintain clarity and avoid unnecessary conflict. The key here is to pause, reflect, and focus on understanding rather than letting your ego flare up.
Childlike Joy and Playfulness
Over time, life’s responsibilities can make us rigid, overly serious, and disconnected from joy. This is your chance to loosen up. Play games, try something spontaneous or laugh with friends. Whether it’s charades, a card game, or an impromptu adventure, embrace opportunities for fun and improvisation. Sometimes joy and playfulness are the most productive things you can embrace during a retrograde like this.
Romantic Reflection
If the spark in your relationship has dimmed, consider ways to reignite the flame. Plan themed dates, explore new activities together or create rituals that foster connection and intimacy. On the other hand, if you find that the passion is no longer there and can’t be revived, this is also a moment to be honest with yourself and your partner. This retrograde supports heartfelt, authentic conversations that can help you move forward with clarity and intention.
For those wavering in their commitments to someone, consider the retrograde to be a useful reflection period — you can make a firm decision once the retrograde is over on August 11th. That said, if you absolutely feel confident in your decision, then of course you have the free will to break off the relationship now. But generally speaking, Mercury retrograde is better served reflecting instead of acting, unless the action helps close the loop (and breakups can be a closing of the loop/finishing of business).
Impact on Fixed Signs (Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius)
Mercury retrograde in Leo will most profoundly affect the Fixed Signs, especially if you have planets or chart angles between 4-15° of these signs.
Leo: This retrograde will feel personal. Reflect on your self-expression, communication style, and how your pride might be getting in the way of connection.
Taurus: This retrograde will impact your home and family life. Revisit unresolved family dynamics and rethink how you create stability in your life.
Scorpio: Mercury retrograde is lighting up your career sector. Reflect on your professional goals and how your ego or stubbornness might be hindering progress there.
Aquarius: Relationships take center stage. Use this time to revisit how you communicate with partners (romantic or professional) and reflect on the level of passion in your relationships.
Journal Prompts
Journal Prompts
Where am I letting pride dictate my decisions?
What creative passions have I set aside, and how can I reconnect with them?
How can I rekindle joy and playfulness in my daily life?
Are there relationships in my life that could benefit from an infusion of passion or romance?
What lessons can I learn from revisiting decisions made since late June?
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