Dates to Watch: July 18 – August 11, 2025
Theme: Pride, Performance, and The Art of Saying Less
Reminder: Not every text needs to be sent. Not every ex needs to be revisited. Not every dramatic monologue belongs on Instagram.
Mercury is officially moonwalking through Leo, and you know what that means: big declarations, bigger regrets, and the occasional accidental ex-text. Leo rules pride, passion, performance, and hair that says main character even when you’re spiraling inside. When Mercury reverses here, the vibe gets messy in exactly those arenas—especially around communication, attention, and the stories we tell ourselves (and others) about how fabulous, desirable, or tragically misunderstood we are.
This retrograde isn’t here to ruin your life. It’s here to check your ego before it sends another risky DM. Think of it as a cosmic dress rehearsal: you’re being asked to review the script, revise the plotline, and reconsider who deserves front-row seats to your drama.
How Mercury Retrograde in Leo Will Affect Your Sign
ARIES
Not every fight is worth winning. Mercury’s stirring the pot in your fun, romance, and creativity zone, but remember: ego-fueled impulsivity burns bridges faster than your fire sign temper. Triple-check those texts, and if you’re tempted to ghost someone after one annoying emoji… pause. Drama is free, but maturity is priceless.
TAURUS
Home is where the miscommunication lives. Family feuds, old wounds, and passive-aggressive fridge notes are more likely now. Breathe. This retrograde isn’t asking you to fix everyone else — it’s reminding you to protect your own peace. Revisit your boundaries, not your ex-roommate’s complaints.
GEMINI
Your ruler Mercury is retrograde? Again? Shocker. This round hits your communication zone hard. Double-bookings, email fails, and misunderstood sarcasm are the risks. On the upside, it’s a great time to rewrite, reframe, and revisit what really needs to be said. Spoiler: it’s less than you think.
CANCER
Money talks—but this month, it might be talking nonsense. Be careful with big spends, financial promises, and texts to your ex about splitting the rent “for old time’s sake.” Revisit your budget, reflect on your values, and stop trying to prove your worth through gifts or grand gestures.
LEO
Congratulations! You’re the star of this particular mess. Mercury’s backpedaling through your sign, forcing you to reexamine how you speak, lead, and perform. It’s not about playing smaller—it’s about getting clearer. Reframe your self-talk. Edit your elevator pitch. And for the love of all things regal, reread your captions before posting.
VIRGO
Your inner critic is working overtime, but not everything needs fixing right now. This retrograde drags your subconscious habits into the spotlight. Old patterns around perfection, boundaries, and burnout are up for review. Rest, retreat, and reset—before your brain spirals into unnecessary problem-solving mode.
LIBRA
Friends, exes, group chats, oh my. Mercury’s stirring up your social life—expect invitations lost in spam folders and friendships feeling a little… off. Reconnect with people who really get you, and let superficial connections fade. Quality over quantity isn’t just for skincare.
SCORPIO
Career chaos or clarity? That depends on how much pride you’re bringing to the office. Retrograde energy hits your reputation zone: miscommunications with bosses, missteps in public, or just realizing you’ve been aiming for goals that aren’t yours anymore. Step back, reassess, and rewrite the narrative.
SAGITTARIUS
Your big ideas might need more research. This retrograde affects travel, education, and anything that feels “philosophical.” Booking flights? Read the fine print. Preaching online? Double-check your sources. Your wisdom’s solid—but your delivery might need a little finessing (or fact-checking).
CAPRICORN
Shared resources, debts, inheritances, or that joint Netflix account with your ex—it’s all murkier now. Mercury’s highlighting trust issues, financial entanglements, and where pride is keeping you stuck. Clean up the paperwork. Clarify the convo. Don’t let assumptions do the talking.
AQUARIUS
Partnerships—romantic, business, or BFF—are under review. Miscommunications flare if you assume people read your mind. Hint: they don’t. Clarify your needs, renegotiate expectations, and don’t pick fights just because you’re feeling overlooked. Not every disagreement is a betrayal.
PISCES
Your daily routines are more chaotic than usual. Lost keys, tech glitches, scheduling fails—it’s giving “I need a vacation.” Reframe this as a time to streamline, not spiral. Focus on what’s truly essential. Your nervous system will thank you.
TL;DR: Mercury in Leo Retrograde = Less dramatic monologues. More thoughtful edits.
Your cosmic homework: Speak less, listen more, reframe often. And maybe hold off on the hair dye until after August 11.
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