Mercury in Anuradha ~ A diplomatic victory

Mercury, planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from October 27th to November 20th 2025.

This extended transit includes Mercury’s retrograde phase from November 10th, which gives you a deeper immersion in the business of this nakshatra. Mercury in Anuradha has an intense and deep-reaching way of communication, where you are not content with surface appearances. The Shakti, or special gift, here, ‘To Worship’, also gives you an enhanced faith and spirituality, particularly when you get behind a cause, special person or philosophy. Don’t become too fanatical about your views, however, and allow others to have their say.

Anuradha is a softer and more celebratory asterism than the usual tough, Mars-ruled, Scorpio style, and its symbol of a Victory Arch creates a festive mood as you work towards your goals. This is connected with writing, media or simply the special quality of your voice, but now is a good time to get an important message across. You may win academic prizes, or simply get the better of an argument – though expect a twist to come after November 10th as a counter-narrative arises to complicate the issue. Information comes to light that you could not possibly have known before, and it pays to wait, especially in relation to a purchase or commitment.

Delaying your choices isn’t always a sign of indecision. Jupiter, the planet of philosophy, also gives Mercury support through this transit, and you find a middle way between the big picture and mastery of details. You may receive the help of a teacher or a great knowledge source, but make sure your final opinions are backed up with facts.