In theatrical and vivacious Leo, the messenger planet is all the more creative, expressive and bold in its approach. This Fire sign is, after all, ruled by the sun, which can explain why it often thrives on attention and recognition — Mercury in Leo is loud and full of enthusiasm.

Mercury joins Saturn, Neptune and Pluto in a retrograde parade that will be rounded out by pain point Chiron going retrograde on July 30th. If it sounds like a lot, it is. However, all of these slowdowns conspire to make us turn in and tune in.

The signs that will feel Mercury’s retrograde in Leo are the fixed signs: Taurus (fixed earth), Leo (fixed fire), Scorpio (fixed water), and Aquarius (fixed air).