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Just after midnight on Sunday, August 4, Mercury is officially retrograde and already the influence seems to be in full force as so many forms of communication are in turmoil and decisions needed are either on hold or extraordinarily changing from day-to-day. During the upcoming three week retrograde cycle is the timing of it all but right now the energy swirls creating an atmosphere like being caught in a whirlwind or tornado. Getting in order what you can and settling into the concept of not really knowing everything and that being okay helps to maintain calm and peace.
Also on
Sunday, August 4 the New Moon in Leo begins and elevation of energy so most of the week
until then you may find value in clearing and releasing cumbersome
circumstances, negative persons and situations as well as anything causing
worry and anxiety. Reconnecting with your strength that comes in through the
creative spirit leads the way toward beginning of incorporating into your
lifestyle something extra as it relates to true talents and abilities. Something
as simple as taking small bits of time to indulge in doing what you enjoy goes
a long way toward strengthening your spirit and developing a fuller life. When
the Moon wanes, growing darker, as it is now you can enjoy quiet time and ways
to nurture and refine your energy. The time is for growing inner strength before
a greater energy commences.
NOTE: at 12:49 AM, August 5, Mercury Retrogrades in Virgo that
brings three weeks of a need to pay attention to details and all matters about
work and how you live from day-to-day. Being methodical and thorough is the key
to managing this ray. You may be more focused on health and how you feel so
have greater interest in nutrition or what you need to maintain optimal energy
and strength. The details of life can become skewed so management is important.
During this time you may prefer to set aside important moves such as large investments
or major life changes. The influence is already in progress with a stronger
manifestation than usual making this entire week one to watch or be mindful
about in a way as if the retrograde is already in progress.
©SandraHelton
