Mercury in Scorpio

Mercury in Scorpio...

Deep thought processes that focus on intent and underlying forces are the essence of Mercury in Scorpio. It isn't good enough for these chart holders to simply understand the facts, they always need to probe deeper and understand why the facts are what they are. Things aren't always what they seem. People lie, cover up and twist facts. Mercury in Scorpio has a finely tuned intuition that helps them notice the cracks in a story or inconsistencies in reasoning. They also have the determination and patience to take the time to uncover the truth. As a water sign, Scorpio can read people. They understand emotion and notice even the slightest odd movement in body

movement in body language that indicates something is awry. They will notice that subtle movement of the eyes that gives a person away or the way a person fidgets a bit too much. Beyond what they can see, they will feel the discomfort of someone who is lying. Because they are also a fixed sign, they have the patience to pursue a full line of questions to get the answers they are looking for. Don't try to run away, they're already on to you, and in the end, they'll get their information.

The mental processes of Mercury in Scorpio are on the slower end of the spectrum because they go deep and make sure they don't miss anything. This is an excellent position for any work that requires a patient, probing mind, such as, detective work, medicine, and of course, psychology. Mercury in Scorpio is a natural for psychology. Their watery nature guides them through the subtleties of the human psyche. They aren't afraid to talk about topics that others feel are taboo or too uncomfortable to speak about. Scorpios enjoy it. They live in the darker side of life. They understand it and accept it as a natural part of our existence. Mercury in Scorpio can go into the deep, dark corners of a person's mind and accept and understand what they find there. They have the utmost respect for people who allow them into their worlds and open up to them because then they can help them accept the reality that life isn't always pretty, but by working through things and having compassion, even the darkest things can be brought out into the light. Mercury in Scorpio is not the chatty type. They don't waste time on chit chat. Communication is serious to them and they are careful about what they say. They don't reveal much about themselves. They are private and introspective, but if you open to them about yourself, you will completely engage them. They are forever interested in the workings of the human mind.