Stepping into August, it’s time to prepare for the planetary Cirque du Soleil, which is Mercury Retrograde. This month, our favorite trickster planet is taking center stage in not one but two signs–being quite the multitasker: Virgo and Leo. From August 4th to August 13th, Mercury will be doing its moonwalk in meticulous Virgo. Then it’ll plié over to bold Leo from August 14th through the 28th. I hope you enjoy this week’s blog, August Retrograde – Embrace The Pause, as we navigate this cosmic dance.
Before you start worrying about technological glitches or missed appointments, let’s talk about how we can embrace this retrograde period with grace and poise.
Embrace the Pause this August Retrograde
Mercury Retrograde is an ideal time to slow down and breathe. Delays and interruptions aren’t here to wreck your plans; they remind you to take a minute to breathe, get clear, and triple-check those emails. Trust me, your future self will thank you.
Virgo Vibes: August 4th – 13th
During its stint in Virgo, Mercury Retrograde will highlight themes regarding paying off debt, embracing wellness routines, and conflict resolution. That means it’s the perfect time to:
- Tidy Up Your Finances: Review your bills and pay off some debt.
- Health Check: Revisit your wellness routines and book an overdue doctor’s appointment.
- Organize and Schedule: Keep your routine in order, and double-check your medical documents and prescriptions.
Leo Luster: August 14th – 28th
As Mercury moves into Leo, the energy shifts to a more fiery and expressive tone. During this time, focus on:
- Creative Rebirth: Reignite your passion projects and allow your creativity to flow.
- Heartfelt Connections: Reconnect with loved ones, bringing a generous mindset —everyone’s feeling the retrograde effects!
Tech Tune-Up: Expect a few tech hiccups. Back up your devices, update your software, and give your electronics extra TLC. It’s also a good idea to double-check your emails before hitting send and be patient with any communication delays.
The RE Words: Your Retrograde Mantra
Think of Mercury Retrograde as the ultimate “RE” period. It’s a time to:
- Review old projects
- Rekindle past relationships
- Reflect on your goals
- Revisit and revise plans
The Silver Lining
While Mercury Retrograde is infamous for causing misunderstandings and delays, it also brings positives like:
- Second Chances: Old opportunities may resurface, giving you a chance to do things better a second time.
- Great Deals: Keep an eye out for sales and bargains.
- Reconnections: Running into old friends can bring joy and unexpected opportunities.
Remember, Mercury Retrograde isn’t here to cause unmitigated chaos but to remind us to slow down, reflect, and realign. Give yourself extra time to complete tasks, get to appointments early, and show others (and yourself) a little extra grace. We’re all in this together.
And hey, if you find yourself accidentally replying all instead of replying, remember—you’re not alone. We’re all human, navigating the stars as best as we can. We’re all in this together.
I wish you a smooth and insightful Mercury Retrograde. Embrace the pause and enjoy the ride!
Ever Upward!
P.S. My “online apothecary” is always open for business if you need extra guidance. That’s code speak for 🌟 book a reading 🌟 (wink!).
