I’m Maxfield, and I’ve been studying astrology for 47 years. I’m also a writer, and somewhere along the way I discovered that astrology and writing feed each other in profound ways. Mercury Muse is the fruit of that discovery: the rituals, the oracular tools, and the practice I’ve built from years of following that thread. You don’t need to know anything about astrology to be here. You don’t need to think of yourself as a writer. What I offer here are rituals and prompts that use astrological energy as a kind of oracle, something to stir the imagination, crack open a feeling, or point you somewhere unexpected on the page or in your journal. You can follow me deeper into the astrology if you’re curious. You can geek out on the craft of writing if that’s your thing. Or you can just show up, let the ritual do its work, and see what comes out. All of that is welcome here. When you’re ready, drop a hello in the comments. Tell us your name, where you’re coming from, or just say hi. There’s no right way to introduce yourself. Glad you’re here! – Maxfield