Mercury in Cancer, Ascendent in Virgo (Virgo Rising)

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.

Virgo ♍︎ Ascendent in the Natal Chart

Astrological Body Part: Digestive & Nervous System 

Chart Ruling Planet: Mercury 

The Virgo Ascendent or Rising sign in the natal chart implies you have a tendency to like everything just so and an impulse towards perfectionism. A Virgo Rising will appear calm, well spoken, and sensible. You may have a strict focus on your health and maintaining your wellness routines or exercise programs. The Virgo energy will make you very practical and nurturing towards others. 

Style: The Virgo Rising always appears put together. You are a sharp dresser and take very good care of your hygiene. There is something purist about you that gives you the desire to have everything matching and organized. You often wear your hair in short styles or pinned up as you like everything to be neat and tidy. 

Talents: As a Virgo Rising you will be very skilled in the areas of organization and development. You are a hard worker and will put in the necessary efforts to see results take form. A Virgo Rising will be very tuned into the needs of the planet Earth as you are driven to participate in environmental activities. You are associated with the digestive system symbolizing your super power of discernment. You will be naturally gifted in science, astrology, and herbalism.