Life Path Number 5
The Life Path 5 is all about being adaptable. The 5 uses their body, mind, and presence to respond to situations. They understand that their physical environment is constantly changing, and if they try to remain they same, they will lose out on the new opportunities in front of them. The Life Path Five is encouraged to live in the moment and express themselves in a way that allows others to feel as free and as open as them. The 5 may experience random moments and become baffled at the way life unfolds for them, but they should remain open to this way of moving through the world. The 5 needs to be able to take the plunge and let their spirit guide them. If they become too rigid and inflexible, they lose out on the richness of life that surrounds them. They need to have a sense of adventure and they can adapt to anything when it calls for it. Though they can use this nature to explore more, they also should listen to their inner self and know when they need more self care. The 5 will do best when they face their fears head on, and don’t shy away from them, causing them to feel anxiety. They do best when they learn from their actions, not seeing something as a failure, but as a lesson to learn more.
Mercury in Cancer ♋︎ in the Natal Chart
Mercury in Cancer in the natal chart gives the individual an emotional and sensitive way of communicating. You tend towards sentimentalism with deep ties to remnants of the past, your familial history, and nostalgia. This placement tends to give the person a love antiques or be the collector of family heirlooms. People with this placement often have extensive collections of obscure objects.
You think with emotions processing everything through this mental pathway. Mercury in Cancer individuals are exceedingly gracious and approachable. There is a tendency to worry or perseverate when it comes to social interactions. You appreciate socializing with others and having a good time but require ample amounts of alone time as well to explore your inner imagination. As your mind is often very busy it is important to retreat when needed.
Mercury in Cancer is poetic and does not mind exploring tragic love stories or listening to sad songs. You enjoy having an outlet for your emotional excess and feel a sense of comrade with the archetype of the starving artist. This placement gives you the ability to communicate with anybody making you adaptable and very likable. Other’s will most likely desire being around you for your kindness and nonjudgemental personality.