Mercury in Taurus ♉︎ in the Natal Chart
This Mercury placement in the natal chart provides the individual with a methodical mindset. You think things through developing ideas down to their absolute core. There is an ability with this placement to sum things up succinctly and accurately. You love talking with close friends tending towards shyness in larger crowds.
In your work life you typically know how processes works and understand systems very well. This often leads you to being assigned to training the newbies. As Taurus is an earth sign there is a very practical approach to communication when Mercury is placed here. When you engage in most conversations there is typically a reason behind what you are saying and you tend to have a very logical mental pathway. You are a systems thinker able to apply small ideas to executing big picture projects.
Change can be difficult for you as there is an appreciation for routine and predictability. Mercury in Taurus individuals are generally good singers with a pleasant public speaking voice. Your ideas are often very fixed as you tend towards stubbornness. Mercury in Taurus individuals often have very good judgement.
You are also naturally flirtatious. You want to enjoy life and will seek out company that matches your desire for pleasure, refinement, and success.
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.