Are you feeling bogged down with too much responsibility? Too much to do? Today’s 10 of Wands is basically here to serve as a final warning of the impending Mercury retrograde which will begin in two short days. Mercury is slowing down now, and Mars is already retrograde, so the chances of you feeling overwhelmed in some area of life are pretty good to say the least.

You always here me say to lighten the load once Mercury enters shadow as it prepares to retrograde. Taking on too much can only create problems in the long run. Maintaining a lighter schedule to allow for Mercury’s shenanigans gives you more opportunity to focus on all of the re- re- re-‘s coming your way. Remember, this is not a time for new ventures. Mercury will resume direct motion on August 19, followed by Mars returning to direct motion in its exalted sign…