Oh Mercury retrograde, you cheeky little sky gremlin. You’ve arrived once again — this time strutting backward through the bold, theatrical sign of Leo — and whew, did I feel it.
Today, the very first day of retrograde, I forgot my phone at home (classic Mercury move), which meant I couldn’t clock in for work. Once I got there, everyone was foggy, scattered, and zero help. Normally that would derail my entire mood. But instead, I noticed something — a kind of energetic pause. A slowdown. And because I know the signs of Mercury slowing its cosmic roll, I didn’t panic. I paused, I observed, and I figured it out.
Because that’s what Mercury retrograde is really about: noticing the glitch in the matrix and choosing not to glitch with it.
What Is Mercury Retrograde (for the astrology muggles)?
Current Dates: July 17 – August 10, 2025
(This one’s short — but spicy. Retrograde in Leo brings bold words, big feelings, and a chance to reflect before you roar.)
Mercury retrograde happens about three times a year when Mercury appears to move backward in the sky from Earth’s perspective. It’s an optical illusion, but astrologically it’s a signal to slow down and double-check anything Mercury rules:
- Communication (texts, emails, conversations)
- Technology (computers, phones, apps)
- Travel (missed flights, GPS fails)
- Logistics (appointments, plans, contracts)
Mercury retrograde isn’t out to ruin your life — it’s out to reveal what isn’t aligned, smooth, or sustainable. It’s a cosmic audit. A test of patience. A redo, review, and refine.
Mercury in Leo: Where Drama Meets Downloads
When Mercury is in Leo, everything gets louder. Thoughts. Words. Desires. And when it’s retrograde? Oof. We’re asked to review:
- How we speak up (and maybe… talk over)
- How much ego is driving our message
- Whether our confidence is real or performative
- If we’re actually expressing ourselves, or just putting on a show
Leo is ruled by the Sun — it wants to shine. It wants to create. Mercury retrograde in Leo wants to shine truthfully. That means:
- Revisiting old creative projects
- Reflecting on self-worth, performance, and visibility
- Speaking your truth, but first figuring out what that truth even is
Me? I was feeling especially chatty on day one. Which might seem weird during a retrograde, but that’s the trick — retrogrades don’t silence you. They stir the pot. And sometimes that means you gotta talk it out to hear what’s really going on inside.
Mercury Retrograde in Leo Through the Houses (Real-Life Edition)
Here’s how this retrograde might show up depending on which house Leo rules in your chart. Real talk, real examples:
1st House (Self-Image): Rewriting your identity narrative. You might suddenly hate your haircut or question why you ever played small.
2nd House (Money & Self-Worth): Your Venmo won’t work, and your bank sends you a paper check like it’s 2005. Also, why are you underselling yourself?
3rd House (Communication): That text you sent got misinterpreted again. Car issues. Sibling drama. Mental static. Speak slower.
4th House (Home & Roots): You rearranged your furniture at 2am because your childhood wound got triggered by a phone call from mom. Emotional flashbacks possible.
5th House (Creativity & Romance): Exes return. That screenplay you started in 2019 starts whispering to you. Flirtation gets weird.
6th House (Routine & Health): You missed your doctor appointment, your planner goes missing, and your pet is extra needy. Rethink your daily rhythm.
7th House (Relationships): Partnership drama. Misunderstood intentions. Contracts need extra eyes. Practice conscious listening.
8th House (Shared Resources, Intimacy) ← My house! My forgotten phone and foggy coworkers? Yep. That’s Mercury deep diving into the shadowy vaults of trust, power, and shared systems. But because I’ve learned to see the patterns, I stayed grounded. This house asks: Are you saying what you really mean — or what you think will protect you?
9th House (Beliefs & Expansion): Travel delays. Student loans. A sudden existential crisis over your degree. You might want to change your major or your religion — again.
10th House (Career & Public Life): Reconsidering your job title. Editing your LinkedIn bio for the 15th time. Leadership missteps come back around.
11th House (Friendships & Community): Ghosting. Awkward group texts. You rethink your social media presence. Are these your people or just your audience?
12th House (Subconscious & Closure): Weird dreams. Past emotions bubbling up. Need to retreat, nap, and let the dust settle. Excellent for spiritual journaling and unsent letters.
How I Handle Mercury Retrograde
- I expect it. I don’t blame everything on it, but I recognize the patterns.
- I journal more and talk it out (thanks ChatGPT).
- I double-check my messages, my plans, and my energy.
- I watch how others communicate — and give grace. Most people don’t know their words are scrambled.
- I sit back and observe. Let the fog clear. And when it does? I act.
Bonus Download: The Mercury Retrograde Survival Guide
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Mercury retrograde in Leo isn’t here to steal your spotlight. It’s here to help you clean your mirror — so when you do shine, it’s from a place of real clarity. And maybe a little dramatic flair. Because let’s be honest, a little drama keeps it interesting.
If this retrograde’s been extra loud for you too, leave a comment or send a flare. We’re all navigating this together — just with different scripts.
With love and cosmic clarity, The Floral Goose
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