Mercury in Gemini ♊︎ in the Natal Chart
Mercury in Gemini in the natal chart is a very strong placement for this planet as Gemini is ruled by Mercury. This individual will typically have a well developed sense of language and grammar. You will be an excellent conversationalist with an extensive knowledge on a wide range of topics. Your communication style will be light, fun, and humorous. As a Mercury in Gemini individual you will tend to express yourself in a dualistic way often playing devil’s advocate or being the unbiased party in a debate.
You do not get emotionally tied up in ideas but tend towards a world view based on data, facts, and results. Mercury in Gemini individuals are quick witted able to process and learn large amounts of information. You love to read as you are inspired by the written word. Your storytelling abilities also make you an engaging speaker. Due to your cheerful way of communicating other people feel more open to talk around you.
Often people with this Mercury placement find that other people share their secrets with them quite easily. You rarely can keep a secret though and are often responsible for the spreading of interesting information and local gossip!
Taurus ♉︎ Ascendent in the Natal Chart
Astrological Body Part: Throat & Vocal Tract
Chart Ruling Planet: Venus
As a Taurus Ascendent or Rising sign you have an earthy sensuality that characterizes your appearance and gives you a romantic approach to life. Taurus Rising individuals appear calm on the surface and often you cannot tell what they are thinking based on their facial expressions. People often find your speaking and singing voice hypnotic and soothing.
Style: You are very focused on your appearance and adorning yourself. You are the most likely sign to have body piercings, wear lots of jewelry, or have tattoos. One of the ways you express your artistic nature is through clothes and personal style. This is very important to you as a Taurus Rising. You are also very concerned with the comfort and feel of you clothes. Always looking put together you easily create outfits that are both comfortable and creative looking.
Talent: Taurus Risings tend to be introverted on the surface. You are highly perceptive of your environment and the people around you. With Venus as your chart ruling planet you have the ability to help other people accept their sexuality. You have natural artistic talent and an eye for beauty. On a spiritual level you are very connected to crystals and earth energy.