Leo season ends on Aug 22, 6 days before Mercury stations direct on Aug 28, but the sign of commerce, travel and communications will be deep in Leo again, posited at 21 ♌︎ 25.
Here’s a breakdown of Mercury in Leo
When Mercury is in Leo in astrology, it influences communication, thinking, and expression in dynamic and creative ways. Here’s a breakdown of what this placement typically means:
Communication Style:
Dramatic Expression: People with Mercury in Leo often have a flair for the dramatic in their speech. They enjoy being the center of attention and can be very persuasive and charismatic in conversations.
Confidence: Their communication tends to be bold and confident. They speak with authority and conviction, often coming across as natural leaders.
Creativity: There’s a strong emphasis on creativity. This can manifest in how they tell stories, write, or even in how they come up with ideas.
Thinking and Decision-Making
Big-Picture Focused: They prefer to think about the big picture rather than getting bogged down in details. They have a visionary mindset and are often drawn to grand ideas and concepts.
Pride: Their ideas are often closely tied to their ego, so they can be very proud of their opinions and may resist changing their mind easily.
Passion: Mercury in Leo individuals think with passion. Their ideas are often fueled by their desires and emotions, making them very persuasive and committed to their beliefs.
Learning Style
Learning Through Experience: They learn best through experience and hands-on activities that engage their creativity and sense of adventure.
Attention-Seeking: They may enjoy learning in environments where they can shine or receive recognition for their efforts.
Inspired by Stories: They are often drawn to learning through stories, myths, or anything that captures the imagination.
Challenges
Stubbornness: Because their ideas are often tied to their sense of self, they can be quite stubborn and may resist alternative viewpoints.
Ego-Driven: They may have a tendency to dominate conversations or insist on being right, sometimes to the detriment of collaborative communication.
Overly Dramatic: Their natural flair for drama can sometimes lead to exaggeration or a tendency to blow things out of proportion.
Positive Traits
Inspirational Communicators: They have the ability to inspire others with their words, often motivating people with their enthusiastic and optimistic approach.
Charismatic Leaders: Their confidence and natural leadership qualities make them effective and charismatic leaders in group settings.
Creative Thinkers: They excel in creative pursuits and can come up with innovative solutions to problems, particularly those that require thinking outside the box.
Mercury in Leo is an energetic and vibrant placement, bringing warmth, enthusiasm, and creativity to the way a person communicates and thinks. If you Let the Leo egocentric side kick into overdrive, expect more words of grandeur filled with pomp and circumstance in overt expression.
With Mercury currently being retrograde in Leo until the 22nd, these Leo traits will not manifest as easily. There will be a more introspective version of yourself and you may have to repeat some lessons since this is a time of reevaluation. Take Keos lessons to heart and you will grow and evolve in the most beautiful ways.