Mercury in the 3rd House - Mental Agility

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Mercury in the 3rd House Overview:

With Mercury in the 3rd house, Mercury will be well supported, as the 3rd house is its natural domain and rulership. This placement thus yields an individual for whom relations with relatives and the people in their everyday environment will be bolstered or supported by good communication and gainful transactions with others. The mental faculties will be largely directed towards collaborative associations and especially in the youthful years there will be a penchant for learning and absorbing information rather quickly. Furthermore, individuals with this placement may display a rather youthful disposition and non-judgementality that allows them to get on well with most people. They are busy thinkers and can often have their attention scattered in many different directions.

People with this placement like to be on the go and have a steady flow of things to do. They can be mentally alert and energetic in how they conduct their business. They love to learn and read and may have a talent or skill for writing and speaking. This configuration fosters an interest in mentally stimulating activity and communication of many forms. They may have a love of language and words that can lead them to become multilingual. They love to share what they know and indulge in a bit of rumor mongering. They however, also enjoy legitimate intellectual discussions and can be sparkling conversationalists.

Mercury in the 3rd House key Traits: cerebral, talkative, sociable, mentally youthful, studious, garrulous, scatter-brained, knowledgeable, cunning.

The 3rd House:

The 3rd house in astrology is the house of communication. It corresponds to the sign of Gemini and its planetary ruler, Mercury. This house covers the realm of our platonic interactions with others in our immediate environment, education, short trips, messaging and communication and also neighbors, siblings and relatives. The 3rd house relates to our mental orientation and what we find mentally stimulating and interesting. We look to the 3rd house to discern something about where our intellectual interests lay and what we enjoy learning about. Having Saturn in the 3rd house for example may indicate a fascination with history and architecture. It can suggest a personality that is logical and fact-oriented and good at following steps and procedures. Additionally, their communication style may tend to be concise, clear and to the point.

The Planet Mercury:

In astrology, Mercury is a very important planet and essentially represents the intellectual mind, the way we think and communicate. It is the fastest planet in our solar system and also the smallest and closest to the sun. It is named after the ancient Roman’s mythical messenger of the gods. Mercury signifies our rational side, our use of language and our ability to think on our feet, solving problems or processing information. Where Mercury is placed within a chart can indicate something about the style and form of communication an individual is likely to display or prefer.

When Mercury is afflicted or blocked in some way, it can give rise to willful ignorance, cognitive dissonance, misinformation, propaganda, unsound thinking and anger based on misconceptions. Wherever Mercury is placed, will signify the manner of intellectual interest or mental activity associated with that area. In the sign of Leo for example, it can indicate someone who is more fixed in their thinking and may be somewhat intellectually pompous. At the same time, they may have a flare for communication that makes them very captivating and dramatic speakers.

Mercury in the 3rd House Natal:

Those who have Mercury in the 3rd house are bound to be restless people who think a lot. Their minds are very active and engaged with whats going on in and outside their heads. Regardless what sign occupies the house, the individual will likely be rather bright and good with words. Their communication skills can develop due to the sheer frequency with which they talk. Furthermore, Mercury in the 3rd house fosters a good “common sense” and street smarts. They are dialed into the events and goings ons taking place in their neighborhood or locality. Gossip and rumor mills can be a guilty pleasure for them. They love to discuss the latest news and activity of the people they know and associate with.

Having this placement can manifest a person who enjoys informing others. They may possess good reading and writing skills and can likely become fluent in multiple languages. Furthermore, they may be attracted to the fields of journalism and professional writing and language translation and mail distribution services and also taxi or bus driving. They are also likely to possess a healthy appetite for learning and enjoy the process of research and information gathering. It is likely they habitually trawl various publications ranging many different topics. Moreover, Mercury in the 3rd house men and women can be highly talkative. They enjoy interacting and engaging with people in both casual and stimulating discussion. Ideas are their playground and they enjoy bouncing their ideas and theories off of other people. They appreciate constructive feedback but can also handle criticism relatively well without taking anything too personally.

Depending on the zodiac sign in which Mercury and the 3rd house are aligned with, the individual’s thinking may vary between being rigid, flexible, impressionable, idealistic, instinctive or feeling based. When placed in a sign such as Leo, the person may be more resolute, confident and self assured in how they think and make decisions. In the sign of Pisces, a person may exhibit far more malleability in their thought processes and opinions. Their thinking may be much more relativistic in nature and be more susceptible to outside persuasion and influence. With Mercury in the 3rd house, the individual may enjoy acting as an objective agent or medium through which information is dispensed or transmitted. Because they are prone to boredom, people with this configuration are almost always active and preoccupied doing something.

Mercury in the 3rd House Transit:

When Mercury transits the 3rd house, learning and the give and take of information becomes of great interest. At this time, an individual may feel more restless and inquisitive about people and topics in particular. There is motivation to go on field trips and short excursions often for the purpose of retrieving or delivering something. During a Mercury in the 3rd house transit, logistics surrounding travel directions and finding the best route to reach a destination become of greater concern or interest. You may find yourself planning trips and communicating with others about details related to directions and how to go about making things happen.

Additionally, during a Mercury in the 3rd house transit, there may be an increased interest in study and research. Intellectual curiosities may be heightened and there may be a penchant for getting into engaging discussions with the people around you. Your mental energy may get a little scattered however and you may find it harder to relax and do nothing for very long. Mercury stimulates a restlessness in you that has you jumping from one thing to the next. You may become prone to boredom and your attention span may be stunted. You follow your curiosity wherever it takes you.

Mercury in the 3rd House in Each Zodiac Sign:

Mercury in the 3rd house in Aries – Mercury in the third house in Aries is a placement that fosters an energetic and egotistical communication Style. Individuals who have this in their chart, are likely to be very outspoken and opinionated. They enjoy the challenge of debate and verbal sparring. They can be very forceful in getting their point across and enjoy showing off their intellect and verbal prowess.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Taurus – Mercury in the 3rd house in Taurus is a placement that may bring about an individual who is very empirical and concrete in their thinking. For them, seeing is believing and they are less swayed or influenced by pure theoretical, abstract logic. People with this placement in their charts are likely to be often stubborn and fixed in their views and perspectives. Additionally, they may have a strong aesthetic sensibility that informs their opinions and values. A blend of conservatism and superficiality is likely to be a feature of this placement.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Gemini – Individuals who have mercury in the 3rd house in Gemini, are bound to be very alert and cerebral. They are mentally oriented and preoccupied with the outside world. Their mind is very active and can shift in many different directions without missing a beat. They love to talk and engage with people they encounter whether they are familiar or not. As communicators they can be very effective and they enjoy being the bearer of news. Being in the loop and being hip to what’s happening around them is their forte.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Cancer – With Mercury in the 3rd house in Cancer, an individual is likely to be prone towards emotional tension and heightened concern about relatives and others who are close to them. They may display good emotional intelligence and understanding of other people that is more intuitive than intellectual. People with this placement can have moods that shift wildly. Their style of communication can be intense and emotionally charged.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Leo – Mercury in the 3rd house in Leo is a placement that emphasizes creativity in the way one expresses themselves and the language they use. Individuals with this placement are prone to being generous in both word and deed and can often ingratiate themselves with others through their sanguine and positive disposition. They would give the shirt off their back for their siblings and individuals who are close to them or considered loyal.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Virgo – Mercury in the 3rd house in Virgo is a placement where attention to detail is highlighted as well as an accentuated concern for fulfilling duty and obligations to others especially siblings and relatives. People with this placement can be very intelligent and shrewd although they may avoid showing off or engaging in arrogant displays of intellect. They seek to use their knowledge and abilities to help and assist others and to play their part within the ecosystem they feel is important and meaningful.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Libra – Mercury in the 3rd house in Libra is a configuration that fosters a street smart or socially Savvy individual who understands how to walk the line between various interpersonal dynamics. These individuals are engaging and amusing to interact with and many people find their company enjoyable. They are careful with their words and seek to be palatable to as many people as possible. They’re very polite and their use of language and their communication is often polite and classy.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Scorpio – Mercury in the 3rd house in Scorpio is a placement that emphasizes a more intense and passionate use of language and also an obsessive tendency to acquire knowledge and proficiency in whatever interests them. People with this placement are all or Nothing when it comes to their mental exploits. They either care passionately or not at all and can scarcely be persuaded from their viewpoints once they’ve made up their mind. With this placement, there may be a penchant for a strong communication style and powerful thinking that propels them to action that is highly consequential.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Sagittarius – Mercury in the 3rd house in Sagittarius is a placement that can cultivate a mentally expansive disposition. These individuals possess a broad curiosity and interest in understanding the world around them in a comprehensive way. They enjoy travel as an opportunity to witness and experience perspectives and knowledge that is outside of their normal surroundings. They are apt to develop an expressive vocabulary and may enjoy collecting nuggets of wisdom and tokens and souvenirs of the people and places the get to see and experience. They are students of the world and they are very open and high-minded in their views and values.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Capricorn – Mercury in the 3rd house in Capricorn is a placement that produces a stronger mental focus on working hard and communicating in a very professional and respectable manner. People with this placement may develop a precocious focus from an early age on being successful and figuring out what it takes to be successful. Their style of communication may tend towards a serious tone and they can function well as professional instructors in teachers.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Aquarius – Mercury in the 3rd house in Aquarius emphasizes a more cerebral and quixotic form of thinking. Individuals with this placement are inclined to think differently and move in a different direction than the people around them. Within their family, they strive to differentiate themselves in both their interests and way of thinking. They cultivate friendships with ease and are apt to develop a large circle of friends and associates. Their style of communication is often smart yet unconventional.

Mercury in the 3rd house in Pisces – Mercury in the 3rd house in Pisces is a placement that fosters a mental orientation that is more abstract and creative in nature. Their perceptions and powers of reason are often obscured or clouded by more feeling-based influences. They have an ability to distill information into a more impressionistic form. Individuals with this placement may possess good poetic ability and a capacity to use language in ways that appeal more to the emotions and humanity of others.

Mercury in the 3rd House Celebrities:

Justin Bieber (March 1st, 1994) mercury in the 3rd house in Aquarius
Britney Spears (December 2nd, 1981) Mercury in the 3rd house in Sagittarius
Jim Carrey (January 17th, 1962) mercury in the 3rd house in Aquarius
Sophie Marceau (November 17th, 1966) mercury in the 3rd house in Scorpio
Elizabeth Taylor (February 27th, 1932) mercury in the 3rd house in Pisces
Sandra Bullock (July 26th, 1964) mercury in the 3rd house in Leo
Audrey Hepburn (May 4th, 1929) mercury in the 3rd house in Gemini
Jared Leto (December 26th, 1971) mercury in the 3rd house in Sagittarius
Russell Crowe (April 7th, 1964) Mercury and a 3rd house in Taurus
Nikola Tesla (July 10th, 1856) mercury in the 3rd house in Gemini
Robert De Niro (August 17th, 1943) mercury in the 3rd house in Virgo
Che Guevara (May 14th, 1928) mercury in the 3rd house in Gemini
Jean-Marie Le Pen (June 20th, 1928) mercury in the 3rd house in cancer
Helena Blavatsky (August 12th, 1831) mercury in the 3rd house in Virgo
Emma Stone (November 6th, 1988) mercury in the 3rd house in Libra
Alicia Keys (January 25th, 90 ) mercury in the 3rd house in Aquarius

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Jetta Moon is an artist, writer and astrology blogger with a passion for creativity and psychology. He is also an enthusiast of MBTI theory and loves to research and write about what he learns. Jetta's background in creative writing has helped develop a unique and insightful perspective on the zodiac, which he shares with readers of this blog.