These 4 Rising Signs Are About to Think Clearer Than Ever

Four rising signs are about to get a serious mental reset. Mercury, the planet of communication, thinking, and information, moved into Virgo on August 25, where it will remain until September 10. And this is one of Mercury’s favorite places to be: Not only does it rule Virgo, but it’s exalted in the detail-oriented earth sign, allowing its clever, discerning energy to work at full strength.

As the author of Mercury Magic, I know just how powerful this placement can be for getting organized, finding the right words, and making sense of what once felt complicated. Everyone can work with that clarity, but Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn, and Pisces risings—or those with natal Mercury in these signs—could experience an especially noticeable shift.

The 4 Rising Signs Mercury in Virgo Affects the Most

Taurus Rising

For most of August, you’ve been leaning into the more reserved, homebody side of your personality, Taurus. That’s because Mercury has been activating your 4th house of home life. It’s a rather private sector. It also emphasizes healing old wounds, tending to your familial bonds, and nurturing your sense of security. Mercury is now shifting into your 5th house of romance and self-expression. Overall, you’ll feel so much lighter, more creative, playful, and fun-loving.

You could be inspired to take a spontaneous trip with your S.O., or to tap into your artistic impulses. Or you could pause working toward deadlines in order to get together with friends or flirt up a storm with someone new. Still, your heart is leading the way now when it comes to making the most of connection and sharing what’s on your mind. Also, look forward to September 1, when Mercury syncs with bold Mars in your 3rd house of communication. That can spark even more fulfillment from your social life.

Virgo Rising

Eclipse season has been doing a number on your energy, Virgo. That’s thanks to the August 27-28 lunar eclipse activating your 7th house of partnership, which can feel draining, given the weight of what’s going on for you emotionally. Mercury, your ruling planet, moves into your sign on August 25. You’ll enjoy a surge of mental energy that feels illuminating and inspiring.

So you may want to make your mark in a whole new way. Think: heading up a major initiative at your current job, or leaning into your entrepreneurial spirit. Overall, you’ll be feeling more assertive, ambitious, and confident when speaking your mind and connecting with others. On August 27, the confident sun joins forces with Mercury to empower you even further. Then, on September 1, it’ll form a friendly sextile to go-getter Mars in your 11th house of friendships. That invites you to pair your most dynamic game plan with bold action and teamwork.

Capricorn Rising

With Mercury having just spent time in your 8th house of intimacy, you’ve been keeping a low profile, Capricorn. You’ve been opting for privacy over opening up even more than usual. Mercury moves into your 9th house of adventure and higher learning now. So your wanderlust and desire to get out into the world take flight. This is one of the best opportunities of the year for you to soak up knowledge, work with a mentor, or book a long-distance trip. It’s also a great time to connect with people outside of your typical social circle. Attending a wellness retreat, for instance, would be especially apt.

On September 1, Mercury forms a friendly sextile to dynamic Mars in your 7th house of partnership. Linking up with a significant other, dear friend, or colleague can fire you up to pursue an aspiration you’re ready to go to bat for.

Pisces Rising

Life may very well feel emotionally heavy until we move past the eclipse in your 1st house of self, Pisces. Mercury begins its trip through your 7th house of partnership on August 25. So you’ll feel ready to share even more openly within your one-on-one relationships. Your appetite for feeling heard and seen by a significant other, dear friend, loved one, or colleague soars. And you’ll have a bolstered ability to be vulnerable and articulate even the most challenging feelings surfacing for you this season.

On September 1, Mercury forms a lighthearted sextile to take-charge Mars in your 5th house of romance. Then you could get a unique chance to speak straight from your heart, or to dive into gratifying creative self-expression. Either one could feel therapeutic.