A ‘weak’ Mercury placement in the birth chart shows up first and foremost in an inability to communicate clearly – this could be literal (say stammering) or even a recurring pattern of being caught in frequent misunderstandings. On a more internal level, a weak Mercury shows up through constant indecisiveness or not being able to have confidence in the choices one makes. All of these can also contribute to a sense of social awkwardness, anxiety or shyness. Besides this, Mercury placements in the birth chart across the 6th, 8th and 12th houses can cause nervous anxiety and debts; complex communication and education obstacles; and overspending, respectively. Additionally, Mercury is considered ‘debilitated’ when placed in the sign of Pisces, and ‘combust’ if positioned too close to the Sun. Spiritual expert Subhali Chatterjee lists 5 ragas to meditate to for the next 45 days to boost the Mercury in your chart, and hence how you understand the world, and subsequently, show up for it.
