Sally Field

Chapter 4. Mercury in Your Chart

Astrologically speaking, the planet Mercury is the conceptual force. It is a symbol of your mental life and such things as your mind, ideas, analytical abilities, as well as your sense and style of communication. Mercury describes patterns of thought, of learning and of assessing reality. Consequently it affects your self image and the force of your thought. It's what Dr. Timothy Leary calls "laryngeal manual dexterity" - which is the ability to manipulate symbols and artifacts. Mercury also represents the respiratory system. Mercury is youthful and it is the symbol of wit and levity.

Mercury is the symbol of titles and it's appropriate that Mercury is known as: winged messenger, herald, arbiter, scribe of the gods and inventor of writing. He also has many names including Loki, Nebu, Trickster, Piltzintecuhtli and Hermes.

More than ever in this age of multimedia information and disinformation, understanding the limitations and advantages of Mercury's placement in your chart heralds both survival and success. In the next paragraph is a description of just what kind of "mercurial" character you are and can become Sally Field.

Mercury in Sagittarius

EXPANSIVE CONCEPTS

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTRA MAINTENANCE.

Dry humor is one of your better characteristics. You're quick and bright and make your point. In bed you can be both vigorous and vocal. You're probably not afraid to ask your partner what turns them on.

TIP: Get some new arrows for your quiver of creativity.

You're restless, inquiring and ready to go places and learn things. Because of your abundant interests, it is important for you to keep your mind focused. Also, consider the consequences before you speak. Writing can be a unifying theme and you are encouraged to become a published author.

Mercury Conjunct Venus

CONCEPTS UNITE WITH AFFINITY

Good ideas can spring from any conflict you experience between your thinking and your values. You have a somewhat different approach to love. Educate yourself to the power of charm.

TIP: Upgrade vanity and conceit to beauty and art.

Become more aware of love by analyzing your values. Make an extra effort to communicate with wit, charm and affection. Your most beautiful thoughts need a pleasurable outlet. Sally Field, you need to appreciate what is good for you and what soothes your nerves.

You have some tender, lovely thoughts and a clearly defined sense of beauty. You can do very well at creative, expressive and designing activities. You have some great female friends and a can develop a penchant for saying the right thing at the right time.

Mercury Conjunct Mars

CONCEPTS UNITE WITH MOTIVATIONS

DELIVER YOUR MESSAGE

Your powerful mind and enterprising spirit will help you to realize your plans. You're restless, curious, impatient and need to slow down from time to time to improve the quality of your communication. Fast talking may or may not be appropriate, depending upon circumstances.

Mercury Trine Saturn

CONCEPTS COOPERATE WITH DECISIONS

Your infancy and childhood might have been tough. You might have a fear of being perceived as "being stupid". You can overcome it by working to develop your reasoning powers. With effort, in time, you can have deep thoughts and do excellent mental work. You can develop an extraordinary ability to concentrate

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A little studying beats a lot of work. Your forethought will be rewarded. You are mentally resourceful and can capitalize on opportunity. Seek the council of an older person.

Mental discipline is good for business. A tidy work place is necessary for what you need to do. Organize yourself and your environment.

Mercury Decile Chiron

CONCEPTS MODIFY MENTORING

Political and polite have the same root. Make yours polite politics. Assume a maverick stance to criticism.

TIP: Go on a quest for the power of numbers and letters.

You are challenged to read and write about holistic health practices. Dare to find the right moment to question monopolies.

Mercury Semi-Square Ascendant

CONCEPTS CHALLENGE YOUR REALITY

You're good at talking and thinking. You've a talent for exchanging thoughts and ideas. There is something of a pixie about you and your appearance. When your mind and your hands are not occupied, you are bored.

Criticism is great, when it is professional or solicited. If you're belittling and degrading others it is a strong signal to raise your self esteem, travel in different circles and improve your own condition.

Mercury Sesqui-Quadrate Midheaven

CONCEPTS CHALLENGES WHAT WILL BE

The more clearly you express yourself, the greater your career becomes. Share your ideas with the world at large. You can cultivate, circulate and syndicate your information. Humor will prove to be helpful.

Aimlessness can be your downfall. Get clear about who you are and where you are going. Make specific plans for specific goals.