Mercury Retrograde Is Back; Here’s Your Horoscope for the Week of August 5

Mercury Retrograde is back on August 5 and it’s going to be in the sign of Virgo! Mercury is the planet of communication and information, so retrograding in the sign of Virgo means that you might find yourself worrying constantly about your plans and nitpicking everything which may be a turn off to your loved ones, peers, and coworkers. Although it’s great to find which areas need more structure in our lives, don’t force control and freak out when things don’t go your way.

Here’s how this planetary retrograde may affect each of the zodiac signs this week!

Aries (March 21 to April 19)

With recent accomplishments come even more responsibilities, and you’re beginning to feel burdened by them somehow, unable to carry them all on your own. Remember to ask for help and to take restorative breaks to prevent burnout! Find comfort and safety in a place that never fails to fill you with joy. Once you’re free of this stress and worry, then you can keep going again.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

You feel that your grand visions have suddenly become unattainable due to some outside force, but you need to remember that you answer to no one but yourself! Free yourself from unrealistic expectations of people around you and follow your gut. Go your own way and take action on your plans. Try not to do so many things at once though. Focus only on one thing at a time.

Gemini (May 21 – June 21)

There is a lack of harmony in your life as you try to juggle so many things in your effort to feel holistically fulfilled. Take a step back and breathe. You can’t keep giving unto others while depleting your own energy. Replenish yourself, prioritize your needs, and listen to your intuition. Live life according to your own rules and chase your dreams, not what others want for you.

Cancer (June 22 – July 22)

You may feel that your vision isn’t going according to plan but you need to assess whether you’re doing the work in the first place to make it happen. Put in the time and effort to bring your dreams to life. Things will start falling into place once you’ve earned them. Stay aligned with your personal values and be patient. Remember that you need to take breaks too!

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

You feel that all your hard work isn’t reaping the benefits you had hoped for, and you’re wondering if all of this is even worth it. Break free from other people’s expectations of you and follow what your heart wants. Stay true to yourself because only you know where to go from here. Success requires hard work, and hard work is only worthwhile when you enjoy the process.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

You are ready to move on from disappointments and learn from your mistakes. Forgive yourself and those who have hurt you, then pick yourself up and keep moving forward. It’s not an easy process, but once you’ve gone through it, you’ll be so proud of yourself! As you take on new challenges, be as objective and honest with yourself as possible to avoid making the same mistakes.

(In case you missed it: Goodbye July, Hello August! Here’s Your Horoscope for the Week of July 29)

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

Know that you are more than capable of overcoming any challenge and that you’ll become much stronger and wiser in the end. Take time to rebuild yourself, remind yourself of your vision, and persevere through these tough times. Always stay true to who you are! Trust that the universe has your back whatever it is you choose to do.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

Drastic changes are on the way and you mustn’t resist them because prolonging the situation won’t benefit you. Face your fears and take risks to get to where you want to be! You’ll experience inner conflict, leaving you undecided over what the best thing is for you to do right now. Take time to listen to your heart, assess your situation, and ask for others’ opinions to gain clarity.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

Though you may be experiencing tough challenges right now, trust that you’ll be able to get through them as long as you learn from your mistakes, grow from your experiences, and have compassion and patience. Life is full of choices, so create opportunities for yourself instead of waiting for them to come to you! Don’t just persevere; thrive!

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

Avoid living from moment to moment because impulsive actions almost always lead to careless mistakes. Realign back to your vision and have a concrete plan on what to do so you are prepared for whatever will come your way! Trust that you’ll get to where you need to be in time and, once you’ve reached your goal, you deserve to sit back, relax, and relish the fruits of your labor.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)

You’re struggling to make sense of everything right now and it’s highlighting your fears and anxieties. You’re doubting your ability to achieve your dreams, and you have to shake it off! Clarity will come when the time is right. Face the challenges ahead despite the fear. Do it for yourself and for what you stand for.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20)

Faced with setbacks on your road to your goals, you’re beginning to feel discouraged, uninspired, and overwhelmed by the tasks at hand. But you need to see this as a test to see how far you’re willing to go to see your vision through! You must put in the hard work, have patience, and believe in your capabilities. That’s the only way you can achieve the success you’re hoping for.