Mercury is doing doughnuts in Leo and the celestial traffic cops are on break. Translation: communication meltdowns and surprise ex-alerts are the week’s default setting. Whether you’re a head-first Aries or a spreadsheet-loving Virgo, expect romantic plot twists worthy of a streamer’s top-10 list. Keep your ego in the upright position, fasten your sarcasm belt, and prepare for turbulence—love class is now in session.
Romance, Reboots, and Retrograde Revelations
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Drama is just passion with better marketing. Mercury retrograde in Leo this week has you ready to charge into romantic battles you probably should avoid. Your impulsive nature mixed with retrograde confusion could lead to saying things you’ll regret later. Take a breath before declaring war on your partner’s Netflix choices or sliding into that ex’s DMs. The universe is testing your ability to think before you leap—a foreign concept, we know.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Stability is sexy, but a little chaos never hurt anyone. Don’t be surprised if an old flame reaches out with that classic “hey stranger” text. Your steady nature is exactly what’s needed to navigate these murky romantic waters. While others are losing their minds during Mercury retrograde, you’re actually benefiting from the cosmic slow-down. Past lovers might resurface, giving you a chance to revisit what went wrong—or right.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Why choose one personality when you can have them all? Your dual nature is working overtime, making you want to simultaneously commit and run for the hills. Channel this energy into understanding what you actually want instead of just reacting to every romantic impulse. Mercury retrograde in Leo is hitting you particularly hard since Mercury is your ruling planet. Communication mix-ups are practically guaranteed, so maybe don’t send that lengthy breakup text just yet.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Emotions are like tides—they come and go, so ride the wave. The Mercury-Venus sextile on Friday is lighting up your communication sector, making it easier to express those deep feelings you usually keep locked away. Your intuitive nature is picking up on subtle romantic signals that others miss. Don’t be afraid to speak your truth—your emotional intelligence is your superpower this week.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
The spotlight loves you, but make sure you’re worth watching. With Mercury retrograde happening in your sign, you’re feeling the full force of cosmic drama. Your natural flair for the theatrical is amplified, but so is your tendency toward ego-driven romantic choices. This is prime time for old lovers to reappear and test your growth. Show them how much you’ve evolved instead of falling back into old patterns.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Perfection is overrated—messy love stories are way more interesting. Your analytical mind is working overtime, dissecting every text message and sideways glance. Use this introspective energy to understand why you sabotage good things with your impossibly high standards. Mercury retrograde is actually doing you a favor by forcing you to slow down and analyze your relationship patterns.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
This week, you need to pick a side. The Mercury-Venus sextile on July 18 is your cosmic green light to finally make that romantic decision you’ve been avoiding. Your natural charm is enhanced, making this the perfect time to have those difficult relationship conversations. Stop weighing every pro and con—sometimes the heart knows what the mind is too scared to admit.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Intensity is your love language, and frankly, it’s exhausting for everyone else. This week is stirring up your deepest romantic obsessions and fears. You’re feeling everything at maximum volume, which could lead to some passionate but potentially destructive romantic encounters. Channel that intensity into understanding your own patterns instead of trying to control someone else’s every move.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
Start with a local coffee shop instead of another continent. Your optimistic nature is attracting people who appreciate your philosophical approach to love. Just remember that not everyone wants to discuss the meaning of life on the first date—save some mystery for later. The Mercury-Venus sextile is opening up exciting communication possibilities with someone from your past or future.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Your love life is all about patience and realistic expectations. This week’s cosmic activity is pushing you to examine whether you’re building relationships or just checking boxes. Your practical nature serves you well, but don’t let fear of vulnerability keep you from genuine connection. Sometimes the best investments are the ones that don’t make sense on paper.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Being different is your superpower, not your excuse for being emotionally unavailable. Mercury retrograde is highlighting your tendency to intellectualize feelings instead of actually feeling them. Your unique perspective on relationships is refreshing, but your partner needs to know you’re human too. Stop analyzing love like it’s a scientific experiment and start participating in it.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Your intuition is spot-on, but maybe check the facts before you start wedding planning. The week’s romantic energy is amplifying your natural psychic abilities, making you incredibly sensitive to your partner’s unspoken needs. Trust your gut when it comes to relationship red flags, but don’t let your imagination run so wild that you create problems that don’t exist. Sometimes a late text is just a late text, not a sign of cosmic betrayal.
Cosmic Curtain Call
Consider these astro-alerts your cheat sheet, not your get-out-of-accountability card. The universe may write the headlines, but you still author the fine print—so use the intel to upgrade your love life instead of live-tweeting the drama. Own your quirks, keep receipts on your reactions, and remember: even during a retrograde, the bold still get the best plotlines. Now go rewrite yours.
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