Mercury transits Leo from July 23 – Aug 7, 2015
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Mercury transits to fixed fire Leo after swimming through Cancer for the last two weeks. I’m about to keel over from all of the dark emotional energy churning around the planet right now. I feel your collective pain and anguish on a soul level and I’m here, I’m here, I’m here - you are all loved. I don’t understand how unspeakably awful things routinely happen to the most angelic souls. We are in this together, my friends, and those of us who are strong and healthy will burn even brighter to light the way. Let’s begin by harnessing the power of Mercury in Leo: at once unapologetically bold and unbelievably generous; expressive, warm, straight from the heart. Mercury last transited Leo from July 31 - Aug 15, 2014. Any themes that predominated then will now resurface.
Here are the facts
Mercury in Leo is matter-of-fact. His favorite subject is the Self. Yes, this usually indicates a lack of self-awareness, but not always. Have patience as we all learn how to navigate Leo’s fiery egoism. Listen carefully to what and how you speak. The way we present ourselves to the world now takes on a confident and grandiose tone: think brilliant speeches, images and vivid textures. We’re finally ready to venture out and be proud of who we are.
Leo loves a challenge, as long as there’s plenty of time to nap and relax along the way - despite being a fire sign, Leo has no problem sitting still. He’s also a big talker: lots of exaggeration, self-promotion, big plans for the future. Mercury in Leo doesn’t mind endless chit-chatting or small talk if the conversation is about him. Leo loves to speak for dramatic effect. He paints with his words: broad, colorful brushstrokes, bright and childlike. If he speaks irrationally with a great tumbling of words issuing forth from the ego’s wellspring, keep in mind that Mercury in Leo ultimately wants to be appreciated. Once this falls into place, the lion can then dole it out to others. That’s how Leo operates: respect me first…and we’ll see after that. Mercury in Leo stands up for himself. He feels no shame in emotional release and lets it out whenever he wants someone to listen!
Axis of identity
Mercury transited the lion’s opposite sign (Aquarius) from January to March earlier this year. Mercury is quick like lightning in his natural state: the epitome of true mutable energy. Mercury in Leo, as noted, is comparatively stubborn and resistant to change. This could also be said of Mercury in Aquarius, although the two placements are quite different. Mercury in Aquarius is rather emotionally detached due to excessive cerebral energy. Conversations with Mercury in Aquarius are incredibly exciting, invigorating and difficult to follow. Every time I have a (long) conversation with a true Aquarius, I am inspired to go out and revolutionize the planet, as Aquarians are notoriously community and social justice oriented. Mercury in Aquarius is energetic to the point of mental exhaustion.
Aquarius’ mantra is I know. Just as with Mercury in Leo, we get in touch with our inner child here - both the curious, light, adventurous side and the one that insists he already knows everything about the world. Indeed Leo and Aquarius are both obstinate, almost forceful. However, Mercury in Aquarius is generally more tolerant than the lion. Aquarians’ natural acceptance of all people and ideas makes them easy to talk with and often excellent advice givers, as they are especially adept at remaining objective. It is challenging for Mercury in Aquarius, however, to stay connected to both the heart and the mind; as a diehard rationalist, the water bearer leaves little room for sentiment. This is where Mercury in Leo steps in. He may not be as witty or intellectual, eschewing scientific/analytical communication in favor of heartfelt monologues, but he is just as progressive and inventive in the emotional realm. With Mercury in Leo, we need to actively cultivate forward-thinking ideas that push the boundaries of social acceptability - if not, the lion gets sucked into caring too much about what other people are thinking/doing.
Mercury in Leo does not like change: spirited but not necessarily spontaneous; slow and thick when left to his own devices, even rigid or old-fashioned. Mercury in Leo thirsts for attention, but he does not use people. Catch him at the right moment, and he’ll make you feel like the most special person in the world. He communicates with strong statements and powerful words. We are asked now to work on communication basics and cerebral pursuits as they relate to the ego. Mercury in Leo may be potentially reckless or volatile, but usually not impolite.
Enough for now. Get some rest, little stargazers.
If you were born with Mercury in Leo, these next few weeks will be your Mercury Return. If you don’t know your personal Mercury sign, click here. To learn more about how this transit affects you personally, please contact me for more insight.
Mantra: my heart speaks