Sometimes there comes a point in an argument where both parties decide that they will “agree to disagree.” They each realize that they will not convince the other of their viewpoint on the issue, and they move on.
But there are certain places where agreement and consensus are the priority: a committee meeting, corporate board decisions, business partners moving forward on a plan of action.
In those cases, contrarian opinions and disagreement are generally shunned; the expectation is to tow the party line.
The problem with this approach is that there’s no true harmony without some discord. In music, the dissonance of a chord is resolved into harmony. Without those moments of clashing notes, there’s no satisfaction in the resolution.
Mercury in Libra: Disagree to Agree
When Mercury, the planet of communication, transits through Libra, we seek to find common agreement through our messaging and communication. Mercury in Libra is a signature of diplomacy: communication seeks compromise, even-handedness, the middle ground.
Libra likes what’s pleasant and enjoyable, and this can make conversations superficial at times. The theory is that avoiding hard topics will make the conversation nicer. This is based on a misunderstanding of Libra.
Yes, Libra wants everyone to agree. But that doesn’t mean there’s no disagreement or discord.
The sweet spot of a piece of music is the resolution of a dissonant chord into a harmonic chord.
Libra’s ultimate aim is balance, harmony, and consensus. And Libra knows that, just like in music, there’s no true harmony without discord.
Libra wants to hear all perspectives and opinions. It is interested in understanding others and being understood. It’s ultimate aim is compromise and harmony, but it won’t shun the contrarian opinion. In fact, it welcomes all opinions to the table.
Unless we make space for all opinions, there is no true consensus.
Sometimes we must disagree to agree.
Key Details on Mercury in Libra 2025
Mercury transits through Libra once a year. It’s transit through Libra in 2025 will be quick (September 18-October 6), and front-loaded with interactions with the outer planets.
Mercury enters Libra on September 18 at 6:05 AM ET, on the heels of its opposition with Saturn. Within the next day it will form a tense aspect with Neptune, and flowing aspects with Uranus and Pluto. In the big picture, these are happening at the same time, so their energies will overlap.
Here’s a brief overview of the energies and how to work with them.
Read: A Guide to the 5 Major Aspects in Astrology
Mercury in Libra Opposing Neptune in Aries
Shortly after entering Libra, Mercury will oppose Neptune, which is retrograde in Aries (6:00 PM ET, 0º53’).
Mercury opposing Neptune represents the tension between the rational mind and the intuitive, felt sense. This can feel like brain fog or inspired thoughts. There’s potential for both confusion and inspiration, deception and dreams.
If you’re having writer’s block or struggling to articulate your ideas, walk away and focus on something else for a few hours to clear your head. This is not a time to force conversations of substance.
Open to your subconscious realm, take in the messages you’re hearing, but also practice discernment and stay grounded. If something seems to good to be true, ask for facts and data, and check the sources.
Mercury in Libra Trine Uranus in Gemini
Mercury in Libra trine Uranus retrograde in Gemini (September 19, 12:52 am ET, 1º23’) is the breakthrough that can spark your next big idea, and it will come through conversations.
Uranus is the planet of innovation, breakthroughs, and surprises. In Gemini, it’s one of Mercury’s “home” signs, so it gets an extra boost in this meet-up.
With both planets in air signs, this breakthrough will come through conversations. If you’ve been blocked behind your keyboard or microphone, take your ideas out to the people.
Mercury in Libra Trine Pluto in Aquarius
As you take your ideas to the people, don’t be afraid to go deep. Almost simultaneous to its trine to Uranus, Mercury will form a trine to Pluto in Aquarius (September 19, 2:26 am ET, 1º30’).
Mercury trine Pluto is about digging deep, uncovering secrets and hidden motivations.
This sets up what’s called a “grand air trine” — a triangle formed by three planets in aspect across the three air signs: Mercury in Libra, Uranus in Gemini, Pluto in Aquarius. It’s stable, supportive, and harmonic.
If you’ve been stuck, especially around ideas or communication projects, Mercury in trine to Pluto and Uranus will help you get to the root of the issue and spark a breakthrough.
But this won’t happen in your silent meditation. Air signs need to talk it out. So call your coach, therapist, or your friends to clear your mind and listen to what they reflect back to you.
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