Mercury in Sagittarius 2019: 5 Things you Should Know
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Mercury, the planet of communication, receptivity, and information will transit the 9th zodiac sign of Sagittarius from December 9 until December 28, 2019. In astrology, Mercury governs how we receive, process, and send information. It controls our thoughts, ideas, and communication style.
Mercury in Sagittarius awakens the storyteller within us all. In its light, Mercury in Sagittarius is brave, courageous, outspoken, authentic, honest, cultural, articulate, free-thinking, spiritual, and crafty. In its shadow, Mercury in Sagittarius is dishonest, disrespectful, impulsive, narcissistic, ingenuine, manipulative, and a true con-artist.
With Mercury joining the Sun in Sagittarius for the majority of this transit, our energy favors light-hearted, direct, and genuine connections and experiences. Together the Sun and Mercury encourage us to express our desire for stimulation, expansion, and adventure through mental and physical pursuits. An extreme case of restlessness increases our desire for physical activities and direct experiences with nature.
During this transit, we may find ourselves jumping from one project to the next. This is an excellent period to travel for work or learning. In-person conferences, seminars, and workshops are more beneficial to our long and short-term goals. However, we should focus on quick learning lessons and projects rather than long, time-consuming work. Sagittarius can learn things almost instantly, but a lack of focus prevents any sustaining growth to take place.
5 ways to harness the power of Mercury in Sagittarius:
1. Work in small groups: Sagittarius is not a lone wolf. Although Sagittarius enjoys solo vacations and the flexibility that comes with independence, it relies on others to make practical life decisions. Working in a group not only increases productivity and reach, but it also keeps Sag motivated and inspired. It learns more from people than things.
2. Keep your schedule open yet firm: Because there is strong Capricorn and Taurus energy present in the Cosmos, we don’t have the freedom that Sagittarius prefers. However, it’s still important that we keep our schedules as flexible as possible to accept the spontaneity that Sagittarius lives for. This means avoiding procrastination and getting things done early. The more you check off your “work” list, the more time you have to “play.”
3. Keep it light, not tight: Sagittarius is not a serious person. When Mercury is in Sagittarius, we should keep our thoughts as light and free-spirited as possible. Stay away from the heaviness of the past, and don’t get overwhelmed by the possibilities of the future. Instead, explore the beauty of the present.
4. Prioritize real-life experiences: As much as Sagittarius enjoys curating new experiences, there is nothing more satisfying than real-life connections. Sagittarius has no desire to be locked in a room or sitting behind a desk. Get out and interact with the world around you. Go see a play, go for a hike, play in the leaves, walk around town, take a class, do anything besides staring at a screen. Sagittarius is not a traditional learner; it learns through its interactions and environment.
5. Keep it real: Master manipulators, salespersons, and storytellers, Sagittarius is notorious for its ability to tell it like it is. Avoid embellishing the truth to look good and accept yourself as you are. Those who step into their authenticity without regard will truly experience the liberation of walking in the truth. If you know someone is lying to you, call them on it. This isn’t the time to be passive-aggressive. Just make sure your intention is always love.
Mercury in Sagittarius Horoscopes for the Signs:
Fire Signs: Fire signs will find this transit invigorating. This transit encourages them to express their truth, stand in their light, and claim their mental and physical health with enthusiasm, vigor, and positivity. In its light, this transit inspires self-expression, peer support, and individuality. In its shadow, this transit inspires self-doubt, ego battles, and a strong case of narcissism. Fire signs should use this energy to highlight their innate abilities and talents. Communication will be strong and inspirational. Attention to their unique communication style and direct honesty will be praised.
Earth Signs: Earth signs will find this transit disturbing but freeing. This transit encourages them to be comfortable with stirring things up; stretching them outside of their normal area of comfort. It also lightens them up, showcasing their subtle humor and youthful joy. In its light, this transit inspires liberation, honesty, and self-acceptance. In its shadow, this transit inspires criticism, suppression, and hiding behind one’s truth. Earth signs should use this energy to be more flexible and well-rounded. A desire to learn something new or perceive an old interest from a new perspective is encouraged.
Air Signs: Air signs will find this transit fast-moving and expansive. This transit encourages and increases their desire for information, knowledge, and experience. In its light, this transit inspires intuition, spontaneity, and an aura of youthfulness. In its shadow, this transit inspires carelessness, accidents, deception, and manipulation. Air signs should use this transit to take action instead of overthinking. This is an excellent transit to get involved with a global organization or international affairs.
Water Signs: Water signs will find this transit abrasive. This transit encourages their resilience in environments of impulse, disruption, and uncertainty. In its light, this transit inspires creativity, individuality, flexibility, and intuition. In its shadow, this transit inspires irritation, annoyance, infidelity, and irrationality. Water signs should use this transit to tap into their inner seeker, warrior, and psychic abilities. The most powerful aspect of this transit is the instantaneous manifestation of thought. Water signs have the innate ability to draw power from any source. This ability is enhanced now.
