Mercury in Anuradha ~ A diplomatic victory

Mercury, the planet of the mind and communication, is in Anuradha, in the sign of Scorpio, from November 1st to 11th 2024.

This transit gives you a flair for business and networking, and an intense and deep-reaching way of communication, where you are not content with surface appearances. The Shakti, or special gift, of this nakshatra, ‘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 opinion.

Anuradha is a softer and more celebratory asterism than the usual tough, Mars-ruled, Scorpio style, and its symbol, the 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.

Mercury moves alongside diplomatic Venus up to November 6th, which gives you an even more pleasing speech and a naturally friendly and flirtatious style. You can reach out and make friends at this point, or clear up tension and misunderstanding more easily. Jupiter, the planet of philosophy, also influences Mercury throughout and gives you a middle way to find between the big-picture outlook and mastery of details. You have confidence and support in your studies, but make sure your opinions are backed up with solid facts.