Mercury Retrograde August 2024: 4 Zodiac Signs Most Affected

These 4 zodiac signs will feel Mercury retrograde the most

Mercury retrograde comes to an end on August 28 at 5:14 p.m. ET, stationing direct at 21 degrees of Leo. If you’re one of these zodiac signs, here’s what you can expect from the upcoming Mercury retrograde, according to your your sun sign, rising sign, or Mercury sign.

Gemini

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When Mercury stations retrograde, you know all hell is about to break loose. It always has a big impact on you, because Mercury also happens to be Gemini’s ruling planet. Whatever happens to Mercury is also happening to you.

When Mercury begins retrograding through your fourth house of home and family on August 5, you may run into conflict with relatives and close loved ones. You may be brought back to your hometown or forced to experience things that bring up early life memories. Not only will this retrograde remind you of where you come from, but it will re-inspire you to create the home you truly deserve.

Once Mercury re-enters your third house of communication on August 14, it could increase the odds of an awkward conversation, unexpected delays, and social conflicts within your inner circle. This is a chance to rethink the way you get your point across and how you jump to conclusions. Don’t put your foot in your mouth before you know the whole story. Read your full August monthly horoscope.
Leo

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You’ve been having an intense time lately with Pluto in Aquarius opposing your zodiac sign. It’s been bringing up deep-seated tensions and forcing you to transform your life, which is one of the hardest things in the world to do. This Mercury retrograde is simply showing you another way to get there.

When Mercury retrogrades begins on August 5, it could bring up disorganization and misalignment in your finances and your relationship with material possessions. You may deal with financial discrepancies and scarcity mindsets. This is an opportunity to reconsider what you place value in and where you get your self-esteem from. You are so much more than a set of numbers in your bank account.

By August 14, Mercury retrograde will hit you even harder when it re-enters Leo. This could leave you feeling confused or unsure of yourself, so make sure you know where you stand before you take drastic measures. This retrograde could also cause you to rethink your appearance, but be cautious about permanently changing your look on a temporary whim. But if you decide to do it anyway, so what? Punk rock! Read your full August monthly horoscope.
Virgo

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For you, Mercury retrograde can feel like a punch to the gut. After all, Mercury is your ruling planet, which means you’re especially tuned in to its movements and fluctuations. However, this time, Mercury retrograde is no joke. In fact, it could be one of the most stressful Mercury retrogrades you’ve ever had.

This retrograde begins in your first house of the self, where it could lead to an identity crisis. Who are you? Who have you been? Who do you want to become? You may feel like you’ve been forced in—or out—of certain roles, but you shouldn’t let it ruin your confidence. Remember that the universe will never let you get comfortable where you don’t belong. This retrograde will see to that.

When Mercury re enters Leo on August 14, it could bring up unseen energies in your 12th house of subconscious. Who you are underneath the mask you wear could bleed through the surface in a way that cannot be ignored. The people you’re unaware of could finally make themselves known, such as secret admirers and monitoring spirits. Block that burner account who’s always watching your Instagram stories. Read your full August monthly horoscope.
Aquarius

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This retrograde could take you to a dark place, but you’re no stranger to the painful aspects of life. In fact, ever since Pluto entered Aquarius, you’ve been undergoing endings and new beginnings, and it’s still got twenty years for this transformation to be complete. This retrograde is bound to make you see things from a new angle, and even if it’s uncomfortable, it’s necessary.

Mercury stations retrograde in your eighth house of death and rebirth on August 5, reaching the deepest crevices of your soul. This retrograde could dredge up untold secrets, unpaid debts, and lingering ties to people from your past that you’re having trouble letting go of. While this retrograde could bring up difficult emotions, it will ultimately set you free and help you reinvest your energy.

By the time Mercury retrograde re-enters Leo on August 14, you’ll feel the effects on a more physical and external level. As this retrograde manifests in your seventh house of partnerships, it could cause you to cross paths with people from your past. This is a great time to reset the terms of a relationship, whether it’s with someone you work with, someone you love, or even someone you hate. Read your full August monthly horoscope.

These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Feel Mercury Retrograde the Most During August 2024

Roya Backlund

These 4 zodiac signs will feel Mercury retrograde the most

Gemini

Leo

Virgo

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