Mercury is the smallest planet of the 8 planets in our solar system & the closest planet to the sun. Its orbit around the sun takes on average around 88 earth days. After the earth, Mercury is the second densest planet. Despite its small size, Mercury is so dense because it is made of heavy metals and rock.

 

 

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Mercury In:

 

 Aries: Mercury in Aries people think very quickly. They have little patience to study each angle for every problem, they would rather think of a solution now. Mercury in Aries are candid and direct and like to get to the point. While they may appear crude or aggressive at times it is usually because they are trying to overcome opposition to their ideas. Like a child, it doesn't  occur to them that someone may disagree with what they are saying, and so they may act out with frustration. Mercury in Aries can be very attached to their ideas. They tend to streamline with their ideas so they don't get too bogged down in the details. They take what they want and will dismiss anything that they feel is irrelevant. Any negative criticism will always be taken very personally, even if it wasn't meant in that way.

 

Taurus: Mercury in Taurus takes their time when making a decision. They do eventually get there and when their mind is made up, they will be stubborn. Some say Mercury in Taurus can be rather lazy, but upon closer inspection you'll find that they actually do take their time and think things through very carefully when making important decisions. Mercury in Taurus people are full of common sense. They process information through the use of their senses. When they communicate, they can sometimes be a little slow to get to the actual point. They are very deliberate in everything that they do. People do tend to listen to Mercury in Taurus, and they are always taken seriously. They can come across as authoritative and realistic.

 

Gemini: Mercury in Gemini can come across as either quick witted, or scattered. They have a broad knowledge of many different subjects, but not too much about one specific subject. People with their Mercury in Gemini get bored very easily, they need constant mental stimulation. They can be very sensitive about what goes on around them. They tend to be restless and full of a nervous energy. While they are usually very open minded, logical answers appeal to them. Mercury in Gemini people can make very great communicators, public speakers, or writers, as mercury is happiest in its ruling sign and does its best when it feels at home. They are very adaptable and do well in new social settings.

 

Cancer: Mercury in Cancer is sensitive and withdrawn. They tend to speak before thinking. This impulsive communication stems from what they are feeling, whether positive or negative emotions like love, compassion, fear or sorrow. They focus more on what affects them and those they care about on a more personal level. Their thoughts are motivated by emotions, which can create challenging interactions if the head and the heart aren't in sync. Now we all have those situations where we think one way about something, but feel another way. But this is a constant in the life of a Mercury in Cancer person. The mind is influenced by unconscious desires, and at times any bias or prejudice they have may interfere with objective thinking. This may cause a person to look at some facts, but ignore others which don't appeal to them.

 

Leo: Mercury in Leo people are the epitome of dignity and charm. In fact, they can charm others into doing their dirty work. Why ruin a fresh manicure if you can get someone else to do it? A Mercury in Leo person will never stoop low in their actions, but they are controlling and have great organizational skills, which keeps others doing the hard work. Mercury in Leo people are so charming that others just want to do things for them.  This doesn't make them mean people, because Mercury in Leo can be very kind and generous, and are usually willing to share anything which belongs to them- being very expansive. A Leo mind is very focused and capable of great concentration, and they are usually very lucky in life and in love. They adore children, and they are very fond of the arts, love drama, theater, singing, painting etc. They can come off as sort of "royal" or "entitled" which can sometimes rub others the wrong way.

 

 

Virgo: Mercury in Virgo is happy and at home when in this sign, because Mercury is the ruler of Gemini & Virgo (so it works best when in these signs). Although Mercury in Virgo is great at processing information, it does not process information as quick as Mercury in Gemini. Virgo likes to take its time when processing information to maintain a higher accuracy level. Those with their Mercury in Virgo pay very close attention to details & facts. Although Virgo is a communicator like Gemini, Virgo doesn't speak as much or as quickly as Gemini. For Virgo, the quality of what is said is more important than the quantity. Virgo is a sign of contemplation and discrimination. When encountered with a piece of information, Virgo will pick apart at the details to figure out  how things operate and function, which takes time and thoroughness. When Virgos start a project or task, everything is thought through before any action takes place. Virgo knows that whatever might go wrong, probably will. So before they let anything go wrong, they take their time to plan so they can avoid any errors in the process. Although Virgos tend to be calm, they do have a detached quality about them which can make them come off rather harsh or critical. They usually don't think twice about how they may come off as critical or hurting someone's feelings. They don't mean any harm, but it doesn't occur to the Virgo mind that sometimes facts can come off as offensive or hurtful to the more sensitive types. People shouldn't take offense to Virgos words, as it is simply their nature to remain calm and call it like they see it.

 

Libra: Mercury in Libra is a visionary that doesn't like being put under pressure or thrown off balance. Libra has a strong will like Aries, but they are also able to sync with others, and come to creative compromises. They are natural diplomats. They wish everyone were equal in the intellectual circles. It is very important for them to have a mental connection to those they have a relationship with. If they If they can't connect with someone, Chances are, Libra is trying too hard to be intellectual in their relationships instead of paying attention. They have a need for fairness, but their constant comparisons can appear to be unfair instead. While they strive for perfection and can't help criticizing, they try to be tactful. They are always looking for compromise, so everyone is happy. Opinions from either end of the spectrum can make them uncomfortable, but if they favor the middle ground, Libra Mercury will be happy. They have the perfect personality to become a counselor or mediator. It may also cause them to be indecisive. They can't help but see both sides to everything. This may cause them to lose out on opportunities sometimes because they take too long.

 

Scorpio: Mercury in Scorpio is a deep, deep thinker. They  don't care too much of the facts, they tend to want to probe deeper and understand why the facts are what they are. Mercury in Scorpio knows that their is always more to what meets the eye. They know that people lie, to cover up things and twist the facts & let me tell you, they will see right through the deception. People with their Mercury in Scorpio have a razor sharp intuition that helps them notice the cracks in a story or any inconsistencies that may not be adding up. They also have the patience and determination to do whatever it takes to uncover the truth. As a water sign, Scorpios are excellent at reading people's emotions and body language. They are able to notice even the slightest odd movement in body language that indicates something isn't right with a person. Beyond being able to see when something is not right, they also can feel the discomfort deep in the pit of their stomach when someone is not being truthful. The mental process of  Mercury in Scorpio is on the slower end of the spectrum because they go deep & make sure they don't miss any important details. People with Mercury in Scorpio would make great detectives, Scientists, Psychiatrist, Therapist because they have the time and patience to really figure shit out. (By the way, my Mercury is in Scorpio, and I can assure you that this is 100% the way my mind works)

 

Sagittarius: People with their Mercury in Sagittarius often excel at seeing the 'big picture'. They aren't so great when it comes to the more narrow focus. They're understanding is wide, comprehensive and geared to evaluating situations from an overall perspective rather than homing in on the specifics. They are constantly on the hunt for new mind broadening information. These people seek big answers to big questions. Theirs is a strongly philosophical mindset with an ability to see the irony in even the worst of situations, that carries them cheerfully through life. However, since their concentration is poor and their grasp of subtleties rather sketchy, they can easily overlook important details, which adversely affects their good judgement. They have a relentlessly upbeat outlook which attracts fortunate opportunities which come through the power of positive thinking. They can sometimes be too confident too see trouble coming, their decision-making can be at best naïve, and at worst downright foolish.

 

Aquarius: Those who have Mercury in Aquarius are very knowledgeable

people who process information fast. Eccentric and a little crazy, these guys will puzzle people no matter where they go. Rebelling against what's mainstream and appreciating innovation more than anything else, Mercury in Aquarius will not tolerate being told what to do. They will not only bend the rules whenever possible, they will also not respect the rules at all if that's what they think is right. A person with Mercury in Aquarius will help others see the big picture more clearly. Being under the influence of a air sign, they can make very sociable people. Because they are indirectly ruled by Uranus, They are disciplined and interested in the unknown. Gifted and intelligent, They use both their logic and intuition when solving problems. There's no one to see more objectively and clearly than them.

 

Capricorn: People with their mercury in Capricorn are fast learners with a great memory. They work very hard throughout their lives to improve their quality of life, this is how Mercury in Capricorn roves themselves  those close to them. Many people view them as very serious individuals. Because they are moody and sulky, it can be difficult for them to be optimistic. If their sun is also in Capricorn, they will teach others how to be more self-confident. Since the influence of mercury affects the way we communicate, those with their Mercury in Capricorn will need to have everything organized inside of their mind & will need to first visualize their thoughts before speaking if they want to be understood. They tend to ask a lot of questions because they love playing detective. The more mysterious a person is, the more the mercury Capricorn will be drawn to them.

 

Pisces: those who have their mercury in Pisces are great psychics. They are perceptive, intuitive, and are great at telepathy. they are also gentle and caring, which means that certain personality types could see them as naïve. Because they tend to only see the good in others, they can get scammed quite often. Mercury's astrological influence can make any sign more communicative and open. So those with their Mercury in Pisces will have many opportunities to put their psychic abilities to work. They will instinctively know/see what others are blind to when it comes to a different plane of reality. while they may not seem all the time attentive, Mercury Pisces people are ALWAYS listening. There is no need for them to pay attention to the words because they can sense auras and absorb information that goes beyond physicality. Since they are empathic, it's easy for them to feel what others are going through. Even complete strangers tend to be drawn these natives because they find it very easy to share their pain and anguish with them. These natives always know what to say when it comes to helping solve other peoples problems.