Mercury in Astrology rules the mind, communication, and logic. It indicates how we think and learn, the state of our mentality, and whether we are a glass-half-empty or half-full person. When transiting Capricorn, Mercury is structured and allows you to understand the world by organizing thoughts and concepts methodically. You may be slower with your thinking under this transit, but when you finally make a decision, you will feel more confident in them. This transit influences you to take a practical and realistic approach to life; however, the people around you may think you’ve become more pessimistic and practical.
When Mercury transits Capricorn, we are more reliable and put a greater value on upholding our reputation. We may become more calculated, not in a vindictive way, but with preparedness so that we can stay in control of how others perceive us. People who were born as Mercury transited Capricorn always think before they speak. They have a cardinal power to get their point across in a grounded and Earthy way that others want to trust and believe. They want results and outcomes from all their decisions, projects, and plans, which motivates them to take on roles of authority within their home, school, and community. They consider things from a long-term point of view and have a keen eye for detail, allowing them to see things that others don’t.
Natives of this placement can be very critical of themselves and others as an extension of this due to their naturally high standards. They have an air of seniority about them that causes people to be more on top of their game in response to this subtle judgment. Similarly, when transiting Mercury enters Capricorn, we may become more judgemental toward others, but only because we expect everyone to carry themselves in the best way possible, just as we would.
When Mercury transits Capricorn, it becomes more important for us to separate our emotions from decisions that should be made with a grounded and logical mindset. We may pay more attention to saying just enough to get our point across without oversharing. Staying in control of how we react under pressure is just as important to us— you aren’t likely to experience emotional outbursts in public during this transit. This ability to keep cool during chaos is merely a disguise rather than an indication that we have lost touch with our inner sensitivity. Other people are more likely to rely on people who have Mercury in Capricorn, which is why they feel compelled to remain as level-headed so that their words and judgment callings don’t let people down. They can be strong and reliable even when their inner feelings don’t reflect this.
