Mercury in Taurus: A Complete Guide

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How being a Taurus Mercury affects your behavior and personality, plus what it means when Mercury transits in Taurus
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Most astrology fans know their sun, moon, and rising signs, but do you know what it means if your Mercury is in Taurus? Taurus Mercuries are classically strong-willed, sensible, dedicated, and into all things cozy, so if this is your sign, you’re likely a homebody who knows how to put in a solid day’s work. Want to learn more? Keep reading for the full scoop on how having your Mercury in Taurus affects your personality, relationships, and career, plus what it means when Mercury moves through Taurus.

This article is based on an interview with our astrologer and performance artist, Angel Eyedealism. Check out the full interview here.

Things You Should Know

  • Taurus Mercuries are reliable and considerate: they may be slow to make decisions or commit to things, but once they do, they’re fully committed.
  • Their commitment is a double-edged sword, though, as they sometimes struggle with being overly stubborn and don’t change their minds easily about things (even when they should).
  • When Mercury transits in Taurus, expect to have a clearer view on things. If there are decisions you’ve been putting off making, you’ll have more clarity to make the right choice.
Section 1 of 6:

What does it mean if you’re a Mercury in Taurus?

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    If Mercury was in the constellation Taurus when you were born, your personality combines all the dependability and bullheadedness of Taurus with the flexibility of Mercury. While you’re likely to contemplate for a long time before committing to an action or idea, once you do commit, it’s hard to change your mind, for better or worse. [1]
    • Mercury is the planet associated with communication and travel, just like its namesake, the Greek messenger god. Therefore, your Mercury sign refers to how you communicate, process ideas and info, and move through the world. [2]
    • Famous Taurus Mercuries include Sarah Michelle Gellar, Cher, Lenny Kravitz, George Lucas, and Renée Zellweger.
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Taurus Mercury Personality Traits

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    Like the tortoise from Aesop’s fable, you’re slow-moving and thoughtful, but dedicated and unflagging. You accomplish what you set out to do, in the way you say you’ll do it. Of all the signs, Tauruses are perhaps the most reliable, and as a Mercury in Taurus, you’re considerate and slow to speak, both because you want to make sure you know how you feel before speaking, and because you want to make sure you express yourself clearly and thoughtfully.
    • Some people may think you’re lazy because you take your time, but anyone who really knows you knows you’re a determined, loyal worker and friend. Who better to rely on than a Taurus Mercury?
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    You may be slow and deliberate as you consider different ideas and options, but once you make a decision, you stick to your guns. As a Taurus, you’re famously reluctant to change your mind, which naturally makes you slow to speak and commit to things. [3] But once you do commit to something, you see it through.
    • This is often a positive trait, but your stubbornness can sometimes influence you to be closed off to other perspectives and ideas. Practice being open-minded and letting in new viewpoints, if not to change your mind, then to strengthen your communication with loved ones and show them you value their perspectives.
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    With Taurus being an earth sign, you like to keep your feet on the ground. As a Taurus Mercury, you walk a fine line between logic and emotion, and don’t tend to over-rely on either when you make decisions. Friends likely come to you for sage advice that’s simultaneously supportive and no-nonsense. [4]
    • You’re by no means a sourpuss, but you’re not prone to running away with your imagination either. You tend to see things as they are (and when you don’t, your stubbornness may make you believe you’re seeing things “as they are” anyway).
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Section 3 of 6:

Taurus Mercury Career & Finances

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    As a Taurus Mercury, you benefit from Taurus’s strength, dependability, and consideration and Mercury’s flexibility and effective communication. The result? A reliable, solid worker with potential to thrive in your field. And since Taurus is also the sign of wealth, your hard work is likely to pay off—literally.
    • Good jobs for Taurus Mercuries include jobs requiring dedicated labor, like agriculture or factory work, or where they can reap the benefits of their good communication skills and practical attitudes, such as a career in business.
    • Though Taurus Mercuries tend toward a no-nonsense, feet-on-the-ground way of life, Taurus is still ruled by Venus, the planet of love and aesthetics, so Taurus Mercuries may make gifted artists. [5]
Section 4 of 6:

Taurus Mercury Love & Relationships

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    Tauruses are headstrong and committed as well as homebodies, so you likely view romantic relationships through the lens of domesticity and family life (even if the family is just you 2). You gravitate towards partners who you can imagine being with for the long haul: people who love to nest, who love to beautify their living space, who love staying in on date night and cuddling under the blanket. [6]
    • And since you’re a Taurus Mercury, you know how to resolve conflict with your partner when it arises: your natural sagacity and consideration are assets to your romantic relationships—however, your stubbornness is less of an asset, so when it rears its head in an argument, practice pausing and really considering your partner’s viewpoint.
    • Because these signs are so sensual, sex with a Taurus Mercury is a multi-sensory event. They know just what buttons to push, but they're also all about comfort and coziness, so expect passionate, intense sex followed by lots of cuddling.
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What to Expect When Mercury is in Transit in Taurus

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    If you’re prone to flights of fancy or are having trouble making a decision about something, Mercury in Taurus may come as a relief. As the planet Mercury transitions into the constellation of Taurus, expect to become more focused and to have a strong grip on reality that’ll help you better understand how you feel. [7]
    • You’ll be less prone to being swayed by others, for better or worse: while Mercury in Taurus makes us all a little more sure of ourselves and our perspectives, if you don’t watch your stubbornness levels, you may find yourself shutting down alternative ideas and viewpoints.
    • At its best, Mercury in Taurus is a time to abandon drama and be direct, purposeful, and calm in our interactions with others, including those who disagree with us.
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What to Expect When Mercury is Retrograde in Taurus

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    Since Mercury governs communication and transportation (like the Greek messenger god for whom it was named), when this planet is in retrograde, this poses a threat to our communication and travel. Anticipate texts not being delivered or being misconstrued, flights being canceled, and general confusion. [8]
    • “Mercury in retrograde” refers to the illusion from Earth that Mercury is moving backwards, and according to astrology, this means that the properties associated with that planet may be inverted, delayed, or corrupted.
    • Mercury goes into retrograde 3 or 4 times a year for about 3 or 4 weeks at a time, each time in a different constellation.
    • When Mercury’s in retrograde, hold off on important travel and delay heavy conversations if you can.
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    Because Taurus rules money and finances, when Mercury is retrograde in Taurus, be wary of taking any financial risks, as they could backfire. Mercury in retrograde is a time of chaos and unpredictability—2 things you don’t really want to associate with your financial health.
    • Avoid quitting your job or making any major financial moves at this time, like buying a house or planning that big trip to Atlantic City. Play it safe during this period.
    • Instead, pause and reconsider your financial status and spending habits. What’s going right for you financially? What do you need to change? Do all your planning now so that once Mercury is direct again, you’re ready to make your moves.
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    Angel Eyedealism is an Astrologer and Performance Artist based in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. With nearly three decades of astrology experience, Angel specializes in relocation astrology and astrocartography. Eyedealism has been featured in numerous media outlets such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Refinery29, NBC, MTV, Showtime, and Bravo. Angel aims to help others through a straightforward, kind, and humorous astrological lens, utilizing her entertainment and singing skills for performance art astrology readings.
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    Mercury retrograde can cause people to screw up. You were fine, and then all of a sudden, you forgot to pay a bill or you forgot to do something. It's something that you would ordinarily do but forget. Mercury retrogrades happen every three months, so I would suggest not doing anything new during these times so you can focus on your priorities and have fewer worries.
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