How to use mercury for divination
Let’s talk about Mercury for a second. The planet everybody loves to drag every time it goes retrograde. Phones glitch, WiFi disappears, your ex pops up out of nowhere. It’s always chaos, right? But here’s the thing. Mercury energy isn’t just about drama. If you actually learn how to work with it, especially in divination, it can turn into your biggest ally.
I used to think Mercury only brought headaches. But Mercury rules communication. Not just people talking, but Spirit talking to you too. So it makes sense that if you’re pulling cards, journaling, or using your pendulum, Mercury is the one you want to call in. It clears the static so the messages come through sharper.
Why Mercury Energy Matters for Divination
Mercury is the planet of communication. But it’s not just about texting your best friend back or writing emails. Mercury rules all communication.
When you sit down to do divination, whether it’s tarot, pendulum, scrying, or journaling, what you’re really doing is having a conversation. You’re asking questions, and Spirit is answering. Mercury is like the messenger. It helps connect your thoughts with Spirit, your intuition, your ancestors, all of it. Without Mercury, readings can feel fuzzy, like you’re buffering. With Mercury, it’s like streaming in HD. The messages come quick, clear, and on point.
Think about it. Have you ever pulled a card and thought, “Wait, does this mean yes or no? Am I reading this right?” That’s when Mercury energy can help. It brings clarity, focus, and flow. It quiets the background noise of your mind and sharpens your intuition so you can tell the difference between your own overthinking and the actual message Spirit is giving you.
This is why Wednesday, Mercury’s day, is so powerful for readings. The energy naturally flows toward clarity and conversation, making it the perfect time to sit down with your cards or pendulum. And when you align yourself with Mercury’s energy intentionally, you’re basically saying, “Okay, Spirit, I’m tuned in. Let’s talk.”
Ways to Bring Mercury Energy Into Your Practice
One of the easiest ways is with candles. Yellow, orange, purple (or white) candles are perfect. You can rub a little lavender, frankincense & peppermint oil on them if you have it, light it, and say a quick prayer asking Mercury to open your mind and bring clarity.
Herbs and crystals work too. Lavender keeps you calm and clear, peppermint sharpens focus, and mugwort helps with divination. Crystals like fluorite, blue lace agate, and citrine are amazing for mental clarity and communication.
Timing is another way to tap in. Wednesday is Mercury’s day, so that’s the perfect time for readings. If you really want to turn it up, check out what hour Mercury rules in your area and use that time.
And of course, your tools. Tarot, runes, pendulums, even automatic writing. Mercury energy loves anything that involves messages. You can even dedicate a yellow notebook or cloth just for your Mercury aligned readings.
My Experience With Mercury
When I first started pulling cards, the Libra in me second guessed everything. I’d pull the same card three times and still question if I was reading it right. Once I started calling on Mercury, things shifted. I lit a candle on Wednesdays, kept lavender near me, and asked for Mercury’s guidance before I read. Suddenly the messages were sharper. It felt like Spirit turned the volume up a notch.
Final Thoughts
Mercury isn’t just about retrograde chaos. It’s about communication, clarity, and connection. The next time you sit down with your cards or pendulum, call Mercury in. You’ll notice the difference. The messages will come through cleaner, and you’ll feel more confident in what you receive.
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With Love & Healing,
Kira 🌟
