July’s Mercury Retrograde 2025
Mercury Retrograde is on from July 18 until August 11.
If you’ve ever felt the frustration of tech issues, mixed messages, or plans going sideways during this time, you’re not alone. But Mercury Retrograde is more than just chaos — it’s a cosmic pause that asks you to slow down, reflect, and realign.
You may have already been feeling it building over the last 10 days or more. This energy doesn’t just switch on overnight — it’s been warming up, inviting you to start paying attention.
Before July 18 — Prepare Yourself
Finish important projects — wrap up any major tasks or decisions before Mercury slows down
Back up your data — save photos, files, contacts just in case tech gets tricky
Double-check plans — confirm your meetings, appointments and travel details ahead of time
Review contracts — if you need to sign something, read it extra carefully
Clear clutter — organise your physical and mental space so things feel clear
Reflect — take stock of loose ends or conversations that still need closing
Communicate clearly — be mindful with your words in messages and conversations
During Mercury Retrograde (July 18 to August 11) — What to Do
Slow your pace — avoid rushing into anything new, let things unfold
Be flexible — plans may shift, stay open and grounded
Allow extra travel time — if you’re travelling, add buffer time for delays and the unexpected
Revisit and review — go back to old projects, people, or ideas that still hold something for you
Communicate patiently — clarify if something feels off and listen more than you speak
Avoid major purchases — especially tech, cars, or signing contracts if possible
Stay grounded — move your body, rest more, stay in your own lane
Trust your intuition — when your head’s foggy, follow your gut
Back up again — keep saving your stuff regularly
What sign is Mercury retrograding in?
LEO
This retrograde moves through the fiery sign of Leo — the king of the beasts, the bold-hearted one who declares I AM. Leo energy is about expression, leadership, visibility, and taking up space with unapologetic confidence.
When Mercury is in Leo, the way we think, speak, and process is infused with drama, courage, self-expression, and passion. Words carry power. Ego can be louder. There’s a desire to be seen, heard, recognised.
But when Mercury goes retrograde in Leo, the focus shifts inward. You might start questioning your voice, your creative confidence, or your desire to be seen. You may reflect on where you’ve been shrinking or performing, where your true voice has been hidden behind roles, expectations, or fear.
Old wounds around self-expression can resurface. You may rethink your creative direction, revisit past passions, or realise you’ve outgrown the version of yourself you’ve been showing the world.
So while Mercury invites us to slow down and reassess in general, this particular retrograde is casting its light through the lens of the lion.
It’s asking you to:
Reclaim your voice
Reflect on how you express yourself
Revisit your creative fire
Realign your truth with your visibility
Release the performance and return to authenticity
It’s not about shrinking — it’s about remembering who you are when no one’s watching. Let this retrograde strip away the noise so you can rise with more truth, more courage, more creative power.
Things to Do During Mercury Retrograde in Leo
Reflect on your creative voice — What feels true? What feels like a performance?
Revisit an old passion — A creative project, idea or art form you once loved may want to come back
Edit your personal brand or online presence — Look at how you're showing up. Does it still feel aligned?
Rewrite your bio, pitch, or offering — Give your messaging a glow-up from the inside out
Reclaim your confidence — Journal on what dims your light and what helps you feel magnetic
Heal visibility wounds — Where have you been hiding? Where are you ready to be seen?
Rehearse before you perform — Practice your words, whether it's a talk, post, or tough convo
Write love letters to your younger self — Especially the parts that once felt "too much"
Express yourself through play — Dance, paint, dress up, sing in the shower
Reconnect with your inner child — What did they want to be? What did they love to do?
Take social media breaks — Silence the noise to hear your real voice again
Watch for drama — Take a breath before reacting, especially in fiery conversations
Practice self-affirmation — Speak life into yourself daily, even if it feels awkward at first
Create just for fun — Not everything needs to be shared or monetised. Create to feel alive.
Reflect on leadership — Are you leading from ego or soul? Who are you becoming in the spotlight?
