Those with Mercury in Aquarius are "out-of-the-box" thinkers with minds capable of creating unconventional things. They see things objectively, seldom allow their emotions overrule their judgments and decisions, and are not opposed to bending or breaking rules. Individuals with Mercury in Aquarius follow their own universally inspired vision to where ever it takes them.
Natal Mercury in Aquarius
Mercury is the planet of learning, talking, and listening. Aquarius, the Fixed Air sign ruled by Uranus, is the intellectual "I know" sign of the zodiac. Those with Mercury in Aquarius do not settle for what is; they visualize what could be. They are universal thinkers who are often attracted to scientific and metaphysical pursuits.
Positive Attributes of Mercury in Aquarius
Strengths associated with Mercury in Aquarius are:
- Intelligent
- Visionary
- Witty
- Analytical
- Inventive
Negative Attributes of Mercury in Aquarius
Less pleasant traits of Mercury in Aquarius are:
- Intellectual superiority complex
- Stubborn
- Opinionated
- Preachy
- Intimidating
Overcoming the Negatives
Those with Mercury in Aquarius have a commanding style of communicating, which can be a bit controlling and intimidating to others. However, they do value teamwork and groupthink and can overcome many of the negatives attributes of Mercury in Aquarius by not trying to force their ideas on others.
Mercury in Aquarius Style of Thinking
These are visionary thinkers who have unconventional ideas that challenge conventional wisdom. Those with Mercury in Aquarius think intuitively and rationally and don't doubt their ideas, even if they seem far-fetched. They have "Aha" moments that inspire them to take action. They direct their own lives, think broad, strategic, and long-term. They then set priorities, aim their laser attention on those priorities, and filter out distractions. At their best, they can be masters at connecting the dots and putting innovative ideas together that make the world a better place.
Mercury in Aquarius and Relationships
The ability to communicate is essential for all relationships. Individuals with Mercury in Aquarius are people friendly, but they're not into chit-chat or emotional exchanges. They are intellectuals who have a quirky way of seeing the world and enjoy deep philosophical and futuristic discussions about humanity as a whole. They are on the same wavelength and can easily establish a good rapport with an individual whose Mercury is in Sagittarius.
Natal Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius
When Mercury is retrograde (Rx) in a birth chart, it indicates a person who's thinking process is more creative and intuitive, they take in information, look it over from multiple perspectives, and reflect. This means that since Mercury in Aquarius is both rational and intuitive, those with Mercury Rx in Aquarius have a double dose of intuition that influences their thought patterns. They are not only out-of-the-box thinkers; they are inside-out thinkers who prefer to internally review and revise any data they're given and make creative and artistic improvements in their heads before presenting it to the world. This is the kind of thought process that enabled Steve Jobs, who has Mercury Rx in Aquarius, to dream up the iPhone and change the world.
Mercury in Aquarius Quotes
You can hear Mercury in Aquarius speak in these quotes by famous individuals.
Steve Jobs
"Don't be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition." ~ Steve Jobs: Sun in Pisces, Mercury in Aquarius Retrograde
Bob Marley
"Free speech carries with it some freedom to listen." ~ Bob Marley: Aquarius Sun, Mercury in Aquarius
Muhammad Ali
"A man who views the world the same at 50 as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life." ~ Muhammad Ali: Aquarius Sun, Mercury in Aquarius
Drew Barrymore
"There's something liberating about not pretending. Dare to embarrass yourself." ~ Drew Barrymore: Pisces Sun, Mercury in Aquarius
Martin Luther King Jr.
"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter." ~ Martin Luther King Jr.: Capricorn Sun, Mercury in Aquarius
Oprah Winfrey
"Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you." ~ Oprah Winfrey: Aquarius Sun, Mercury in Aquarius
Jules Verne
"Science, my lad, is made up of mistakes, but they are mistakes which it is useful to make because they lead little by little to the truth." ~ Jules Verne: Aquarius Sun, Mercury in Aquarius
Thomas Edison
"To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk." ~ Thomas Edison: Aquarius Sun, Mercury in Aquarius
More Than Mercury in Aquarius
Only individuals with a Capricorn, Aquarius, or Pisces Sun will have Mercury in Aquarius. If you don't know your Mercury sign, you can get a free birth chart at AstroSeek.com. Remember that what's written above defines a generic Mercury in Aquarius. For a complete interpretation of how your Mercury in Aquarius expresses itself, you'll need to take into account your entire birth chart.
