Overview

• Mercury appears to move backward in Leo from July 18 to August 11 as Earth overtakes the planet in its orbit.
• Astrologers link the cycle to heightened drama, ego confrontations and chances for reflection in areas of communication, technology and travel.
• Wellness guides suggest rituals such as journaling, meditation and nature walks to harness this interval for goal review and personal growth.
• Sign-by-sign forecasts warn of common glitches and miscommunications and predict that people from the past may resurface.
• On July 18 Mercury retrograde forms a supportive sextile with Venus in Gemini offering opportunities to reconnect and resolve past relationships.