Retrograde Mercury in Leo is coming — how to survive the period.

From July 18 to August 11, 2025, Mercury will be moving in the opposite direction while in the fiery sign of Leo. This period is not just an astrological phenomenon but a true test for our nervous system, relationships, technology, and finances. Retrograde Mercury will bring a certain chaos and imbalance to our lives. However, even this Time can be survived without shocks and with benefits.

News.LIVE, referencing Astrostyle, explains how retrograde Mercury in Leo will affect life, what to avoid, and what to do to attract luck.

Retrograde Mercury in Leo 2025 — how it will affect and what to expect

The period of retrograde Mercury is traditionally associated with delays, confusion, and unexpected difficulties in communication, technology, and paperwork. When this influence is amplified by the energy of Leo, expect drama, exaggeration, and excessive emotionality.

Leo is the sign of the stage, pride, and showiness. In this combination, there is a tendency toward self-promotion, impulsive decisions, and a desire to take the reins at any cost.

Main problems during the period of retrograde Mercury

This period from July 18 to August 11 can disrupt even the most carefully planned initiatives. The most common problems include:

1. Communication breakdowns: misunderstandings, quarrels, loss of contacts, unsuccessful negotiations.
2. Technical issues: phones, laptops, cars — everything may fail at the most crucial moment.
3. Delays in travel and logistics: flights get canceled, documents get lost, GPS leads you astray.
4. Financial losses: unsuccessful deals, unnecessary expenses, deceit or illusions.

Retrograde Mercury in summer 2025 — how to survive the period calmly

Astrologers recommend following these simple tips during the summer retrograde Mercury period:

1. Filter your emotions — do not react impulsively, especially to provocations.
2. Double-check everything — from emails to tickets.
3. Keep a diary — this will help you understand situations without emotions.
4. Postpone new beginnings — instead, finish what is old.

What not to do during retrograde Mercury in Leo

From July 18 to August 11, you should not:

• enter into agreements;
• start new projects;
• launch businesses or change jobs;
• move;
• make drastic changes to your appearance — haircuts, plastic surgeries, image changes;
• buy expensive technology or cars;
• return to former relationships — this may be an illusion;
• provoke conflicts — quarrels during this period can have long-term consequences.

Retrograde Mercury in summer 2025 — how to use the energy to your advantage

Although the period is complicated, there are things that can actually be beneficial:

1. Finish unfinished business — sort through old tasks, documents, archives.
2. Re-evaluate: what is real for you, and what is just a 'performance for others'.
3. Accept yourself as you are — do not hide your essence.
4. Learn to pause — do not rush to act, give situations time to mature.
5. Study the past — this is the perfect time to analyze past mistakes and draw conclusions.

Earlier, we mentioned what is categorically not recommended during the July full moon and how the Moon in Capricorn will affect our lives.

We also offer to familiarize yourself with the lunar calendar of events for July 2025, which can help you not to miss the most favorable dates of the second month of summer.

During the period of retrograde Mercury in Leo in 2025, communication breakdowns, technical problems, delays, and financial difficulties are expected. To avoid negative consequences, it is advisable to follow the astrologers' recommendations and refrain from risky actions during this period.