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But once we know what we like (Venus) and how to get it (Mars), it’s important to remember that the true foundation of any successful long-term friendship, family, business, or personal partnership is understanding and communication.
In astrology, communication is the realm of tiny planet Mercury, which never strays far from the Sun, representing our essential Self. In order to create successful relationships with others, we first need to fully understand and value ourselves.
Mercury in the birth chart significantly influences how we communicate, process, and transmit information. It also describes our inner and outer voice – our unique vibrational output. I still find it remarkable that without any special training, we can easily identify friends and family, simply by hearing their voice.
If you know the zodiac sign of your friend or family member’s Mercury, you’ll have special insight into what goes on inside their head. A valuable tool for understanding others and navigating all kinds of relationships. And by understanding your own Mercury placement, you’ll learn a lot about the way you think, and how others perceive you.
Many people have difficulty with this concept, or even refuse to believe it. They talk of logic and facts, and of matters being obvious or self-evident. That’s why for millennia we have argued and gone to war over politics and religion. And on a more mundane level, how to stack the dishwasher. How to bring up the children. What to eat and why. How often to have sex. What the local council should be doing. What’s normal and acceptable. Because everyone knows best. And of course they’re ALL right!
- Direct
- Assertive
- Quick
- Enthusiastic
Strengths: Quick thinkers, persuasive, and confident.
Challenges: Can be impatient, blunt, and sometimes overlook details.
- Deliberate
- Practical
- Patient
Strengths: Clear, thorough, and reliable communicators.
Challenges: Can be slow to adapt to new ideas and sometimes overly conservative.
- Versatile
- Curious
- Energetic
Strengths: Excellent at multitasking, adaptable, and witty.
Challenges: Can be scattered, inconsistent, and superficial.
- Intuitive
- Emotional
- Nurturing
Strengths: Empathetic listeners, good at reading between the lines, and supportive.
Challenges: Can be overly sensitive, subjective, and prone to mood swings.
- Dramatic
- Confident
- Expressive
Strengths: Charismatic, persuasive, and inspiring speakers.
Challenges: Can be domineering, need constant approval, and sometimes lack humility.
- Analytical
- Precise
- Detail-oriented
Strengths: Excellent at problem-solving, meticulous, and reliable.
Challenges: Can be overly critical, nitpicky, and worry excessively.
- Diplomatic
- Balanced
- Harmonious
Strengths: Fair-minded, good at mediation, and charming.
Challenges: Can be indecisive, avoid confrontations, and overly concerned with pleasing others.
- Intense
- Probing
- Secretive
Strengths: Perceptive, persuasive, and good at uncovering the truth.
Challenges: Can be suspicious, manipulative, and sometimes too secretive.
- Philosophical
- Optimistic
- Expansive
Strengths: Visionary thinkers, inspiring, and honest.
Challenges: Can be blunt, overly idealistic, and sometimes careless with details.
- Practical
- Disciplined
- Methodical
Strengths: Organised, logical, and dependable communicators.
Challenges: Can be too rigid, pessimistic, and overly serious.
- Innovative
- Unconventional
- Intellectual
Strengths: Original thinkers, progressive, and good at abstract thinking.
Challenges: Can be detached, unpredictable, and sometimes too idealistic.
- Imaginative
- Empathetic
- Intuitive
Strengths: Creative communicators, compassionate, and good at understanding underlying emotions.
Challenges: Can be vague, easily distracted, and sometimes unrealistic.
Stella Woods is an astrology teacher, writer, and consultant. Contact Stella at stella@stellastarwoman.com or www.stellastarwoman.com or
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