Mental tension and tough conversations.
Here’s what to do and not do when you have a Saturn Sesquisquare Mercury transit. Below that are some interesting things about this transit.
Avoid During This Transit
- Don’t make big decisions in a rush- your thinking might feel blocked or overly negative right now.
- Avoid getting into arguments, especially over small things. Misunderstandings can happen easily during this time.
- Don’t gossip or spread rumors- it might come back to bite you, since communication isn’t at its clearest.
- Try not to be too hard on yourself if you have trouble focusing or feel mentally tired.
- Avoid signing important documents or contracts unless you’ve double-checked every detail.
- Don’t ignore important emails, messages, or communication from others- there’s a chance you might miss something essential.
- Avoid heavy multitasking. It’s easy to make mistakes or forget things now, so keep it simple.
- Try not to dwell on negative thoughts or assume the worst about situations- Saturn can make things seem harsher than they are.
- Don’t take criticism too personally. People might sound harsher than they mean to, or you might hear things more strictly than intended.
- Avoid making sarcastic jokes or comments- they could be misunderstood or not land well with others during this time.
Do During This Transit
- Double-check your communication- emails, texts, and important conversations. It’s easy to get misunderstood now.
- Take your time with decisions, especially those that involve contracts or paperwork.
- Review and organize your thoughts. Journaling or making lists can really help clear your mind.
- Handle responsibilities you’ve been putting off, like replying to messages or fixing mistakes at work.
- Practice patience when talking to others- people might seem less understanding, so don’t rush to argue or react.
- Focus on problem-solving. If something’s confusing, break it down into simple steps.
- Re-read or re-study difficult material. This is a great transit for reviewing stuff you didn’t “get” the first time.
- Work on improving your communication skills. Think about how you express yourself and where you could be clearer.
- Accept that it’s okay not to have all the answers right now. Give yourself permission to say, “I’ll get back to you.”
- Set healthy boundaries around news, gossip, and social media. Too much info can cause stress under this transit.
What’s interesting about this transit?
Saturn sesquisquare (or sesquiquadrate, 135°) to natal Mercury isn’t talked about as much in the old astrology books, but when it is, you’ll find some pretty unusual takes on how it plays out:
- “Tongue’s Restraint”: Some 17th-century texts say this aspect makes your words feel physically stuck, as if you’re constantly biting your tongue or struggling to spit out what’s really in your head.
- “The Frustrated Scribe”: An old European manuscript from the 1800s claims this transit makes it hard to write or communicate smoothly, with ideas bottling up and coming out messy or jumbled.
- Fog in the Mirror: Ancient astrologers wrote about how this aspect sometimes makes your mind feel “foggy,” especially when you’re trying to reflect on yourself or make sense of your own thoughts.
- Secret Carriers: There’s a rare tradition saying this aspect pushes people to keep secrets- not always big ones, but the kind that add small stress. It’s like carrying around mental baggage you can’t put down.
- Chronos’s Critique: Some texts point out that Saturn crossing Mercury in this way brings on harsh, overly critical thoughts, not just about others but mostly about yourself.
- Stone in the Shoe: This quirky phrase pops up in early 1900s astrology, saying this transit is like having a “mental pebble”- a small doubt or worry that just won’t go away, no matter how much you try to shake it out.
Experiencing This Transit
Saturn sesquisquare Mercury isn’t the most dramatic or popular transit, but it packs a punch when it comes to how you think, talk, and handle information. You might not even notice it right away, but after a while, you’ll probably start to feel like your mental gears are grinding. Communication feels clunky, and making decisions suddenly takes a lot more effort.
Challenges during this transit
- Mental Friction: It’s easy to get stuck in overthinking. Simple decisions turn into rabbit holes. You might reread an email five times before sending it, or rewrite texts because they never “sound right.”
- Harsh Self-Talk: Your inner critic seems louder than usual. Stuff you say or write comes across as too blunt, or, on the flip side, you clam up because you’re afraid of sounding silly.
- Hard Time Learning: If you’re studying or picking up something new, you may hit a wall. Things that were easy before now seem complicated or boring, and staying focused is tough.
- Misunderstandings: With Saturn squeezing Mercury, it’s easy for wires to get crossed in conversations. You might mean one thing, but others take it the wrong way- or vice versa.
- Mental Fatigue: It’s like your brain is wearing ankle weights. Thinking feels slow, especially under stress or when there’s a deadline.
Opportunities during this transit
- Sharpening Focus: While Saturn makes things tougher, it also gives you a shot at building stronger mental muscles. With effort, you can learn to organize your thoughts better and weed out bad habits in thinking.
- Becoming More Thoughtful: Since you’re forced to slow down, you notice the details more. This can help you avoid making quick mistakes in school, work, or even casual chats. You become way more careful with your words.
- Learning Patience: If you push through, you end up gaining patience and endurance when it comes to learning or processing new ideas. It’s like a mental workout.
- Facing Inner Critic: Saturn gives you a chance to meet your inner critic head-on. If you listen without being too hard on yourself, you can figure out which thoughts actually help and which just hold you back.
- Building Boundaries: You’re better at saying “no” to stuff you don’t have time for, so you’re not overwhelmed by others’ demands or useless chatter.
- Finishing Old Projects: It’s a solid time to wrap up stuff you’ve been putting off. Saturn’s energy helps you buckle down on long-term writing, studying or paperwork- even if it’s slow going.
How the Sign of Transiting Saturn Modifies This Transit Sesquisquare to Natal Mercury
Read the one for the current sign of transiting Saturn.
- Transiting Saturn in Aries: You might feel pressured to act fast or make decisions quickly, but your thoughts can get scattered. Impatience could lead to mistakes, so taking a breath can help you get your point across.
- Transiting Saturn in Taurus: Your mind might work slower, but you’ll focus more on practical issues. Stubborn thinking could make it hard to see other perspectives, so try to stay a little flexible.
- Transiting Saturn in Gemini: Communication may get blocked or misunderstood more than usual. Details and multitasking could feel overwhelming, so try to keep conversations simple and clear.
- Transiting Saturn in Cancer: Old memories or family issues may pop up and cloud your thinking. You could be extra sensitive about what others say, so don’t take things too personally.
- Transiting Saturn in Leo: Expressing yourself may be tougher, or you might feel like your creativity is getting shut down. You could also be more worried about how you come across to others.
- Transiting Saturn in Virgo: Overthinking and self-criticism can make you second-guess everything. You might get bogged down in tiny details, so keep your eye on the bigger picture.
- Transiting Saturn in Libra: There could be tension in relationships if you don’t feel heard or if you’re afraid to speak your mind. Finding a balance in communication is important right now.
- Transiting Saturn in Scorpio: Intense thoughts or suspicion may make it harder to trust others. You might focus too much on what’s hidden, so remember transparency is sometimes the best move.
- Transiting Saturn in Sagittarius: It’s easy to become dogmatic or feel challenged about your beliefs. You may have trouble staying open-minded, so try not to get too defensive about differing opinions.
- Transiting Saturn in Capricorn: Practicality rules your mental approach, but you might feel weighed down by responsibilities. It could be hard to relax your thinking or see the lighter side of things.
- Transiting Saturn in Aquarius: Unusual or innovative ideas might get shot down, leaving you feeling isolated in your perspective. Group discussions could be tricky, so try not to withdraw too much.
- Transiting Saturn in Pisces: Your thoughts may get fuzzy, and it’s easy to doubt yourself or misunderstand others. Escapist tendencies could distract you, so do your best to stay grounded in reality.