Around here, we love that nothing is as it first seems. Astrology highlights this beautifully.
Our modern world* has led us astray from the depth and meaning of many things. Our words often yield deeper insights into what they represent; this happens frequently in astrology. Take Virgo and Mercury, for example—there’s so much more to them than meets the eye!
While Virgo, an Earth sign known for its detailed and methodical approach, may seem slow, it’s actually one of the quickest signs in the zodiac, thanks to its association with Mercury, also known as quicksilver. This is the unexpected speed of Virgo.
Mercury has a lot of surprising qualities, something that Virgos possess, and their quick speed is one of them. It’s something to explore as it’s something we can all access this month, as well as any time Virgo is in a placement. Every month, we have a few days of Virgo Moon, after all, so let’s get into it…
The Oft Ignored Speed of Virgo
Despite its reputation for being meticulous and thorough, Virgo is intrinsically linked to Mercury, the planet of speed and adaptability. As a mutable sign, Virgo embodies rapid change and efficiency. They are très vite. This Virgo season, it’s time to harness this quickness and get ahead. Don’t get left behind—embrace Virgo’s surprising speed. Much can be accomplished, just the way Virgos like it.
Astrology Reveals Deeper Insights
Astrology often uncovers hidden facets of our personalities. For example, a Sagittarius might not be as adventurous as expected, or a Scorpio might move on from relationships quicker than anticipated. Even a Capricorn might display unexpected emotional sensitivity. These nuances don’t negate their sun signs; they highlight the complexity of a person’s astrological profile. Astrology helps us understand these deeper layers.
An outspoken Libra doesn’t mean this person isn’t their sun sign; it just means there’s more going on. There always is, right? Astrology is a reminder of this.
Mercury, the element associated with Virgo, is a nod to this complexity. Virgo is an Earth sign, to be sure, but Mercury is liquid at room temperature. It’s more than meets the eye.
Mercury’s Influence on Virgo
Mercury, the ruling planet of Virgo, is a key factor in this dynamic. Although Virgo is an Earth sign, Mercury’s liquid state at room temperature symbolizes adaptability and hidden depth. It is a mutable sing after all! This duality enhances Virgo’s ability to see beyond the surface—something we liken to magic around here. It’s a unique trait that makes Virgos stand out. Sure, it’s an Earth sign, but it’s also liquid. Don’t put Virgos in a box! This mutable sign will surprise you 🙂
What to Expect During Virgo Season
Virgo season is a time of detail and focus, of honing and refining. It’s about list-making and getting down to business (Mercury is about commerce, so this literally tracks!) It’s also about communication, clarity, and precision. As an Earth sign, Virgo is slow to anger, but when it does erupt, watch out: earthquake.
All of this can make a Virgo seem laborious (you are lol and we love you for it!), but that doesn’t mean it’s not fast. There is a speed to Virgos. They pick up on things quickly, and if you aren’t with it, you might get left behind.
That thing you didn’t think they saw—they saw it. That emotion you thought you hid—they saw it. They have Virgo vision. Their detailed eye perceives more than just the physical.
Virgos may appear methodical and slow to anger, but their insights and reactions are swift and impactful. The Earth is stable, but when it quakes, watch out. (That’s also something for Virgos to work on!)
The Magic of Mercury
Mercury, also known as quicksilver, derives its name from the Greek words “hydra” (water) and “argyros” (silver), reflecting its fluid and adaptable nature. Despite being a rare and toxic element, Mercury’s properties underscore its speed and versatility. This mirrors Virgo’s ability to process information rapidly and efficiently, often before you realize what’s happening. They are five steps ahead. That Virgo vision doesn’t play—and it won’t slow down for you either, so keep up.
Embrace the Insights of Virgo Season
Along with its quickness, Mercury is also the smallest planet in our system. So, don’t think small things can’t hold power. Mercury is surprisingly weighty; two tablespoons equal one pound. Don’t you just love how nature teaches us so much? There’s more to the Virgo Earth sign than meets the eye.
Sure, Virgos are stable, methodical, and detailed, but they can switch it up quickly. It’s what makes them brilliant: they process information—whether factual or emotional—and come up with the most efficient answer. And they do this before you even know something has happened. Let’s tap into that.
In a month associated with healing and insight, as Virgo is, let’s look beyond what we see. Virgos can do this quite well if they try. Let’s review things we think we understand. What have we missed that we could use? This is what happens during a Mercury retrograde; maybe it’s time we proactively seek out things hidden in plain sight when Mercury is direct and we’re in its ruling month. Like now!
We might actually find what we’ve been searching for, hidden right before us…
Virgo’s Quick Take
As Virgo season brings healing and insight, it’s an opportune time to look beyond the obvious and reassess what we think we understand. Just as during a Mercury retrograde, proactively seeking hidden details can lead to valuable discoveries. Virgo’s ability to reveal what’s hidden in plain sight can help us uncover what we’ve been searching for.
As one Earth sign friend put it, and another echoed on her license plate, “Magic is made.”
This Virgo season, let’s embrace that magic and recognize the brilliance hidden all around us.
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