Far from being chaste, the virgins practiced the high art of sexual devotion and were masters at transforming sexual energy for the purposes of enlightenment. When Venus is in Virgo, all of us have the opportunity to look at how we are manifesting our sexual energy. This is reflected in the growing interest in tantric practices and other forms of sacred sexuality. July 12 Mercury retrograde Mercury goes retrograde at 9 degrees Leo from July 12 until August 6. Use this Mercury retrograde to re-think your own creativity.
Most people associate creativity with overt forms such as music, art, or other artistic expressions.
With Mercury retrograde in Leo, we have an opportunity to get in touch with our creative muse, the divine child within. Use this retrograde to tap into your creative child. Find out how he or she would like to play. By giving your child permission to play, you will unleash the creative force within. This is an interesting combination, as both planets are expansive and associated with developing a broader vision.