Mercury in Retrograde This Week: Here are Your Power Moves to Get Through it

Mercury retrograde in Leo begins (July 18): Miscommunications turn melodramatic. Think: exes texting at 2 a.m., typos with consequences, and declarations you immediately regret.

Quarter Moon in Aries (July 17): Bursts of boldness—but be careful not to blow up bridges unless you’re ready to rebuild them with gold.

Mars square Pluto (July 19): Power moves or power struggles? Expect tension and transformation.

♈ Aries

You’re not waiting for a green light—you are the damn traffic. Quarter Moon energy on the 17th fuels bold moves and hot takes, but Mercury’s retrograde will trip your tongue if you rush. Take a breath before sending that “just being honest” text. Passion’s high, but clarity comes from slowing down.

Power move: Edit before you send. Again.

♉ Taurus

You’re building your kingdom—but this week asks: are you ruling or micromanaging? Mercury retrograde stirs family or home drama—someone may be projecting their chaos onto your calm. Set emotional boundaries like velvet ropes at an exclusive lounge.

Power move: Say no, stay pretty.

♊ Gemini

You usually talk circles around everyone—but now your words might boomerang. Mercury retrograde is in your communication zone, so double-check everything: texts, emails, Insta captions. That meme could cost you a vibe. Be mysterious instead of messy.

Power move: Speak only when the silence gets boring.

♋ Cancer

Money meets emotions—again. Something you’ve been ignoring (a bill, a secret craving, a situationship) could demand attention midweek. Mercury retrograde asks: is this worth your time and your energy? Use your intuition as your CPA.

Power move: If it drains your soul, it’s too expensive.

♌ Leo

Babe… Mercury is retrograding in your sign. Which means: you’ll want to roar, but you might accidentally meow. People are watching—maybe even misquoting you. This isn’t about silencing yourself, it’s about speaking from the chest, not the ego. Shine responsibly.

Power move: Let your actions talk louder than your hair.

♍ Virgo

Your intuition is screaming, but your logic is trying to file a complaint. Trust the feeling this week. Mercury (your ruler) going rogue will mess with routines, tech, and maybe even your skincare schedule. Breathe. You’re still in control—just not of other people.

Power move: Clean your space, clear your head.

♎ Libra

You’re craving deeper connections, but some of your “flirtationships” might reveal their expiration date. Mercury retrograde might bring old friends or lovers out of the digital graveyard. Before you reply, ask: are they a plot twist or a rerun?

Power move: Curate your contacts like a gallery opening.

♏ Scorpio

You’re on the brink of a power play—but Mars and Pluto say: easy, assassin. Ambition’s hot, but if you steamroll someone, karma will RSVP. Watch for career shifts or jealous bosses. Glow in silence; let your wins speak in headlines later.

Power move: Be mysterious. Be undeniable.

♐ Sagittarius

Your wanderlust is flaring, but Mercury retrograde might tangle your travel plans or academic ambitions. Rethink your route, not your goal. Someone may test your patience—stay witty, not reckless. There’s no wisdom in taking every bait.

Power move: Laugh, then leave them on read.

♑ Capricorn

You want control, but this week, the universe hands you a plot twist. Could be a power struggle, a deep reveal, or a sexy secret that shifts everything. Don’t just react—calculate. Think of it as emotional chess, not checkers.

Power move: Don’t flinch. Make your next move legendary.

♒ Aquarius

Romantic weirdness? Check. Professional ambiguity? Double check. Mercury’s in your relationship zone, and people might say things they don’t mean—or finally mean what they were too scared to say. Choose curiosity over judgment. Some wires are crossed, not cut.

Power move: Ask twice, assume nothing.

♓ Pisces

You’re absorbing everyone’s energy like a human sponge, but you need to ring yourself out. Mercury’s stirring workplace confusion and emotional fatigue. Hydrate, set limits, and remember: you’re a poet, not a punching bag.

Power move: Rest like it’s a revolution.

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Midweek: Assert what matters (Aries Moon energy).

Friday–Sunday: Retrograde kicks in. Don’t sign, launch, or lash out unless you’re very sure.

Theme: Rethink. Reframe. Retreat if needed. The tea is hot—but you don’t have to drink it.