Be sure to check your Sun, Moon, and Rising signs for maximum accuracy!
Aries: Mercury has entered your 6th house of productivity as it moves through the sign of Virgo! Take advantage of this boost in motivation this week- because on Sunday, Mercury will station retrograde until August 28th. Set yourself up for success by solidifying your daily routine now, making it much easier to stick to over the next few weeks despite any curveballs this retrograde throws your way. Additionally, avoid impulse shopping this weekend when Venus squares Uranus!
Taurus: Mercury has entered your 5th house of pleasure and romance, putting you in quite the flirtatious mood! You’re likely to experience a spark of inspiration as well, so lean into your creative expression this week. On Sunday, Mercury stations retrograde- here is your reminder not to text your ex or cut your own bangs! Save any dramatic changes to your personal style or appearance until September, after Mercury exits its retrogrades’s shadow. Instead, use this time to reflect on what truly brings you pleasure and how you can make more room for joy in your life.
Gemini: This week’s transits shift your focus to your home and family as Mercury moves through Virgo in your 4th house. You may receive some new information or insight regarding your living situation this week- however, unless it is absolutely necessary, now may not be the best time to act on it. Mercury stations retrograde in your 4th house on Sunday, which will put the necessary changes in motion and reveal more important details. If you can, wait until the end of August to make any final decisions!
Cancer: You are creatively and intellectually on fire this week! Now, and for the next few weeks, Mercury’s transit through your 3rd house creates fertile ground for an abundance of new ideas, especially in relation to your ambitions, income, and creative pursuits. Keep your journal close by, because you’ll want to write these ideas down! Mercury stations retrograde on Sunday until August 28th, so use this time for reflection rather than action- executing your plans now may not yield the best results.
Leo: Some unexpected developments in your career and finances lay ahead! Any existing tensions in your work environment are beginning to boil over- you might feel tempted to resist the changes that are coming, but the truth is that they’re propelling you toward the fulfillment of your life’s purpose! If money is a barrier in your pursuit of this fulfillment, you can expect changes in that area as well- especially as Mercury stations retrograde in your 2nd house on Sunday.
Virgo: Of all the signs, you’re likely to be one of the most personally affected by this upcoming Mercury retrograde! This is a critical time for your growth and development, and there is potential for massive self discovery over the next month. This retrograde begins in your 1st house of self, guiding you to take a closer look at your presence in the world, your impact in others’ lives, and the way you feel about yourself. Later, when Mercury moves back into your 12th house, you gain a greater understanding of your own subconscious motives.
Libra: You’re likely to be feeling more sensitive than usual this week, and for the next month as Mercury transits your 12th house and stations retrograde this weekend until August 28th. Emotions will be running high and old wounds may be reopened, but if you use this time wisely it could bring healing on a deep level. It will be tempting to fall back into old, unhealthy patterns if insecurities are triggered. Instead of acting on these feelings in a way you might regret later, write them down in your journal or call a friend!
Scorpio: If you’ve been feeling socially isolated, now is a great time to reconnect with your community. Mercury has entered your 11th house of friendship and connection, and will station retrograde this Sunday until August 28th. For the first half of this retrograde you may want to reach out to old friends, repair lost connections, or rekindle old flames- while texting your ex is generally a bad idea, if your intention is simply to clear the air this could actually be quite productive for you!
Sagittarius: Mercury stations retrograde this Sunday in your 10th house of career and public image, influencing that area of your life until August 14th. This could mean an interruption of your career plans, especially if your professional foundation isn’t completely sturdy. Don’t be afraid to go back to the drawing board if necessary! On Friday, Mars in your 7th house of partnership will form a semiquare to Chiron in your 5th house of pleasure and romance. Relationship wounds may be activated at this time- take care not to react out of anger if you can help it!
Capricorn: If you’ve made any travel plans for the month of August, make sure to triple check your itinerary and have a backup plan in mind in case of any mishaps! Mercury stations retrograde in your 9th house of travel this Sunday, increasing the potential for technical errors and miscommunication in that area of your life. However, Mercury will re-enter your 8th house about halfway through this retrograde cycle on August 14th. Travel related issues may begin to clear up around this time, but remain cautious until the 28th!
Aquarius: This upcoming retrograde is a heavy one for you! It begins in your 8th house of death, rebirth, and karmic contracts, until it eventually moves back into your 7th house of partnership on August 14th. Until then, you may have some sudden realizations regarding things you have committed yourself to that have passed their expiration date. This could mean coming to terms with ending a long term relationship, marriage, contract, or financial agreement. Remember that while there is never a convenient time for this kind of revelation, it can not be delayed forever.
Pisces: This Sunday, Mercury stations retrograde in your 7th house of partnership! If you are currently in a relationship, this could mean reevaluating your feelings, compatibility, or the terms of your relationship. While this might sound stressful, it can be as simple as checking in with your partner and making sure that both of you are still happy and feeling valued and secure! For some of you, this retrograde will have you feeling nostalgic for past loves. You may unexpectedly hear from an ex, or reach out to them yourself!
