Communication planet Mercury is whipping through Leo between August 1 – 15.
This adds a confident, expressive quality to all kinds of discussions and logistical matters.
If you have something to say, say it loud and proud.
With Mercury in regal Leo, ideas may be shared like a declaration. Try to avoid falling into a ‘my way or the highway‘ mindset but do be bold about sharing what’s on your mind.
If you know the Leo area of your chart (the house ruled by Leo) this can indicate topics ripe for discussion, or an area of life where it’s time to sort out paperwork and update logistics.
If you have Mercury in Leo, this will bring a Mercury return for you, which can be a time of increased insight, ideas and the need to talk more.
Key Mercury in Leo dates:
– Mercury conjunct Jupiter, August 2 – 3. Big ideas, bright conversations and inspirational encounters. The mind is stretched to consider a broad range of possibilities and dreams. Great for en-visioning the future.
– Mercury square Mars, August 2 – 4. Words can be sharp, direct or to the point. Words can cut, which help you distance yourself from a toxic person or situation, or they can harm. Take a moment to think before you speak to avoid foot in mouth disease. If you do offend, be quick to apologise. If you have been on the fence about saying something important, Mars may gift you with courage to put things out there.
– Mercury conjunct the Sun/square Saturn/trine Uranus, August 8 – 10. I mention this period in this earlier post, which also includes the Aquarius Full Moon, as it’s one of the peak energy periods this month.
Mercury combines with the Sun, moving through both combust (weak) and cazimi (very strong), indicating great ideas, connections and insight but also the likelihood of missing a key detail. If in doubt, get a second opinion.
Mercury/Saturn highlights the need to be responsible with your words and choices, and to only make promises you know you can keep.
Mercury/Uranus can bring an exciting breakthrough or unexpected solution to a situation.
Needless to say, our minds – and lives- are likely to be busy August 8 – 10 with a flood of new information and the need to re-organise or restructure based on new information.
The second half of August has Mercury in Virgo (August 16 – September 2) and the Sun in Virgo from August 23. This will bring a grounded, practical energy, along with the desire to simplify and streamline life.
Before then, with Mercury in Leo (and the Sun in Leo) you may want to live large, indulge or opt for a luxury choice where you can.
Over to you! Are you enjoying the added confidence of Mercury in Leo? Can you see how Mercury will bring new information or ideas into one area of your life?