Mercury Retrograde in 2019: what to expect when entering Leo?

This July 7th, the second Mercury retrograde of 2019 begins. On June 26th, Mercury enters Leo and, in this sign, words are full of creativity, pride and glamour. When we open our mouth, people stop to listen to what we are going to say, because we are bold and take risks in the way we express ourselves.

When Mercury is in Leo, the person of this sign feels valued, she (like all Leos) is generous and cheerful. But when her sensitive ego is wounded we can see dramatic displays of anger or hurt that are out of proportion to the issue at hand.

And what happens when Mercury retrogrades in Leo on July 7th?

Here will be reviewed everything that has been said since Mercury entered Leo. That is, do not take what you hear initially as true, even if the words are very convincing and charismatic. Ask yourself, “Is this all just flash and show, or is there really something of value behind it?”

“this retrograde will give us a chance to refine how we communicate who we really are and what we really think”

As Leo is also the sign of self-expression and creativity, this retrograde will give us a chance to refine how we communicate who we really are and what we really think. However, during the retrograde period, revisions and doubts will make us censor what we say. The ultimate purpose is to put those ideas to the test a second and even a third time. That’s because, when Mercury is direct, those ideas can be supported on a firm pillar and have been perfected.

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Mercury enters Cancer on the 19th

In its retrogradation, Mercury will re-enter Cancer. This will take place on the 19th of July. This means that part of the review process will require us to look inward and connect with what is essential about that issue, person or relationship. This part of the process will be more emotional. But once you get in touch with the truth, it becomes easier to see the old information in a new light.

As always, with Mercury retrograde we can expect delays, misunderstandings, technological or transport problems, and the return of past situations and people. Once Mercury turns direct, a path of progress must be resumed.

The Daily Life of Mercury Retrograde in Leo

Some of the most significant aspects that Mercury will make during its transit through Leo and its retrograde include:

July 7

Retrograde 4 degrees of Leo. Any planet between 2 and 6 degrees of Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius and Taurus will feel this energy strongly, as well as those born under the signs of Gemini and Virgo, or who have Gemini or Virgo in some angle of the chart (especially Ascendant and Midheaven ).

July 8th

Conjunction to Mars at 4 degrees of Leo. Actions or decisions taken recently may be on the agenda for review. You may need to take back something you said. On the other hand, their tongue is sharp, their patience is short, and their ferocity in defending their territory is heightened. Actions are more favored than words.

July, 19

Mercury returns to Cancer. Time to look inside (from home, family or our emotional world) and see the truth about what’s going on outside. You know the answer and it is within you. Or it may be time to clarify something that people near and dear to you have said in recent weeks. The process can be painful, but it is necessary.

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July 21st

Mercury Retrograde conjunct the Sun at 28 degrees of Cancer. Within the total current context of your life, you need to review some points before proceeding. Try to align what you believe and think with what you feel.

july 24th

You may receive news about relationships or money in relation to an issue that you considered closed or you may need to review your approach in these areas.

July 31st

Mercury is direct at 23 degrees of Cancer (Yay!!!). Now it is possible that you have a final answer regarding what was being discussed until 7/7. Now you can trust the information that is on the table. It’s time to make decisions.

August 11th

Mercury re-enters Leo.

August 15th

Mercury is in Leo trine Chiron retrograde at 5 degrees of Aries. Use the convincing power and charisma of your words to help someone feel better, to overcome themselves.

August 16th

Mercury square Uranus retrograde (6 degrees of Taurus). Unexpected and disconcerting news comes to you.

August 21

Mercury is trine Jupiter in Sagittarius (14 degrees). It’s time to expand and evaluate growth possibilities for that idea, relationship or financial situation.