Mercury in Capricorn

Mercury in Capricorn thinks strategically, seriously, and with a long view. Saturn's sign gives the planet of communication a structural discipline and a concern for authority, reputation, and enduring impact. Communication becomes measured and purposeful. This is a transit for writing plans, setting policies, making formal agreements, and having conversations about where you want to be in ten years. Mental energy goes toward what is practical and achievable rather than what is exciting or novel. The pace of thinking slows but the quality of conclusions increases. The shadow is excessive caution that prevents creative or unconventional thinking from getting a fair hearing.