Spark, passion and spirit are not the only themes that a shift towards more Leo energy can bring.
Mercury retrograde enters passionate Leo on the 14th. We’ve already spent some time in this infamous astrological phenomenon, but the shift into Leo could create an even stronger sense of impatience and spontaneity.
Remember: Mercury retrograde isn’t all doom and gloom. This period in particular can slow us down and force us to think more carefully about our desires and instincts.
To see how this is likely to affect you, we consulted the website Tarot to see how else this energy could impact your week ahead.
Your sign’s weekly tarotscope for August 12 – 18, 2024
Ram
9 wands (reversed)
Ramit’s time to get moving again… slowly but surely.
The 9 of Wands is usually a card of fortitude and caution, and it can also be a very taxing position to find yourself in (especially for a sign as typically a go-getter as Aries).
Conversely, you get up to start again. However, you’re also still shaking off some of that slower, steadier energy in the process, so don’t speed up too quickly.
While this week may feel like it’s time to go, don’t dive into everything too hard or too fast.
Taurus
3 of wands
Taurus is expanding into a bigger and brighter future.
The 3 of Wands shows your metaphorical ships finally coming back into port. You have sent your intentions out into the world and waited patiently for the first seeds of opportunity to germinate.
Are you ready to see what the Universe has to offer you in return for your first steps in progress?
Keep an open mind and an open heart, and stay alert to the opportunities and open doors that may come your way this week.
Twin
Queen of Cups
Twin now is the time to listen to the inner currents of your heart.
You may be known for your intellectual, witty side outwardly, but deep down you also have your own intuitive ability and emotional world guiding you.
The Queen of Cups is really emphasizing the importance of this side of you at this time and asking you to intentionally tune into it.
What does your heart have to tell you, Gemini? It might be time to let it take charge.
Cancer
2 of Pentacles (reversed)
You may have the skills needed for success, but you also don’t have all the time and energy in the world. Cancer.
The 2 of Pentacles reversed makes you very aware of this important truth, highlighting this week as one of potential imbalance and falling behind in your work if you are not careful.
Life doesn’t wait for you, thinking crab.
You will have to make time for what is really important instead of reaching for the newest or most beautiful things that can do that corpses like they’re worth your time.
Lion
10 wands (inverted)
Did you bring too much? Lion?
The 10 reversed wands indicate that you probably have been, as this week seems to be about letting go of the reins of control and letting go of unnecessary baggage and responsibilities.
You may be strong and able to carry a lot of weight, but that doesn’t mean you are should.
This week you are called to find peace, rejuvenation and ease.
Virgin
The Hanged Man (reverse)
Virgin may feel anxious and restless with this week’s energy.
While The Hanged Man can usually be a necessary pit stop for spiritual reflection and gaining perspective, the reversal points to possible stagnation and some restlessness in this atmosphere.
Maybe you want the answers to life faster than they want to find you, or you’re looking for solutions to problems that have yet to be solved.
Scale
Queen of Wands (reverse)
ScaleSelf-confidence must start from within.
The reversed Queen of Wands indicates shakiness and insecurity in your self-esteem, self-confidence and leadership skills.
Most of the time, Libra seems to effortlessly radiate charm and success. However, you may not feel that others are as receptive to this charm at this time.
Instead, you will need to re-stabilize your self-image by strengthening what makes you feel good you (rather than a larger audience).
Scorpion
King of Pentacles (reversed)
Scorpion strives to find their feet this week, but it’s not easy.
The reversed King of Pentacles indicates that you are not feeling as secure or stable as usual, especially in the areas of career, finances, and home.
This is not an ideal week for major decisions in those areas, even though it may be tempting to put a plan in motion just to feeling as if you are making safe progress.
But remember: the feeling security must first come from within, Scorpio.
Archer
8 of Swords (reverse)
Archerit’s time to let go of your own self-control.
In other words, how did you hold yourself back? The 8 of Swords is sure to notice that you’ve been stuck for a while.
Conversely, however, this card indicates that this may be the right time to finally make progress in this regard.
You no longer have to doubt, doubt yourself or question your intuition.
Ibex
Ace of Swords
Ibexare you ready to make an impact?
The Ace of Swords is spotlighted this week as a powerful force for new opportunities, especially with new ideas, fresh conversations, and making new connections.
The door is actually open to novelty in general. You just have to be willing to look and see what the universe has to offer.
Read this next: You’ve pulled the ace of swords – what now?
Aquarius
10 of cups (inverted)
Aquariusthere is one key word we must hold on to this week: reflection.
The 10 of Cups is usually a high of joy, happiness and intuitive contentment, but the reversal points to something ‘off’ about this view.
You may need to reevaluate how your current path aligns with your long-term journey to true happiness.
What sacrifices are you making that may actually only be a compromise for your own true joy?
Fishing
Ace of Cups (Reverse)
Fishinglove may not be in the air right now… but it can be found within you.
This week is sparse in the love and relationships department and doesn’t offer many opportunities for romantic connection.
The reversed Ace of Cups can put a damper on those things, But it can also free up some good time for yourself, allowing you to reconnect with your heart in a different way.
At least self-love is in the air!
Your Mercury Retrograde Essentials
Mercury retrograde can be a notorious time of unrest and confusion for many of us.
While your weekly Tarot card can highlight essential truths for the week ahead, it is not the only tool you have at your disposal. Mercury retrograde can be a difficult time, but it doesn’t have to be impossible to navigate!
Here are some of our favorite ways to get through:
