October 23 to November 22
Gender: Feminine/Introvert
Element: Water
Quality: Fixed
Ruling Planet: Mars/Pluto
On the day that you were born, the Sun was in the water sign of Scorpio, the eighth sign of the zodiac. This is a fixed sign, showing that you will be strong and unyielding in everything you undertake. The symbol for Scorpio is a scorpion, one of nature's survivors. However, you also have a second symbol, the eagle, soaring overhead, way above life's problems, unseen, but missing nothing. Both symbols say a lot about the typical Scorpio nature. Scorpio also has two ruling planets—Mars, the god of war, and Pluto, the god of the underworld and of regeneration.
You never do anything halfway and are notorious for rejecting any form of opposition to your plans. Anyone who upsets you or a member of your family, or even one of your pets (intentionally or otherwise), could be in trouble.
Scorpio is unpredictable, passionate, and intense. You will never accept anything at face value. Finding out what makes people tick is your favorite pastime, because you keep on digging and delving until you find out everything you want to know. You may then use that knowledge to your own advantage. To a Scorpio, knowledge is power—and power means that you can be in control. If you lose that control, the sting in your tail provides a formidable weapon. Most Scorpios are indifferent to what other people own or their achievements, and they can't be bothered to keep up with the Joneses. The reason for this is that Scorpio's intense self-interest means that this sign focuses mainly on its own achievements and possessions. It is the Joneses who struggle to keep up with Scorpio! You don't hesitate to punish an injury but neither do you forget a kindness.
Dignity is important to you, and you strive to maintain it in all circumstances. Your home and family are the mainstays of your life. Friends may be few in number, but you are very loyal to those you do have.
Your most distinctive feature is undoubtedly your eyes, which are deep-set and penetrating with an almost hypnotic quality. You're likely to have strong features and thick eyebrows, which can give you a frowning expression. When you're studying somebody else, as you often do, you tend to incline your head and look up from beneath your brows, which is a habit that some people find disconcerting. You probably have thick hair and take great pride in it.
You're large-boned and heavier than you would like, but your body will almost certainly be well proportioned. Your taste in clothes will be for apparel that enhances your dignified appearance, and you'll feel most comfortable in deep shades of red or black.
Yours is the most passionate sign of the zodiac, and those who fall in love with you soon find out how deeply amorous you can be. Let's not beat around the bush. Scorpio rules the reproductive organs, and beneath that smoldering exterior lays a lot of raw sexual energy. Your emotions run deep, but you can hold them in check. You are capable of tremendous self-control, but, when you see the green light, you don't hold back—it's all systems go with you. However, true to your nature, even during these most intimate moments, you like to be the dominant partner.
Scorpios can put on public displays of temper or emotion because they love to be the center of attention. When you meet your life partner, you will be intensely possessive and there will be fireworks if you imagine that they are even glancing at anyone else. Though you are reluctant to admit it, you are extremely dependent on your partner. In private, you will display the utmost tenderness.
Sex is extremely important to you, and any problems in this side of your relationship will upset and infuriate you. Whatever the difficulty, you will see it as a personal failure, yet be too embarrassed to seek help or even to discuss the situation with your partner.
Being under the influence of Pluto makes you want to delve into the deepest mysteries of life. Make use of this talent in finding your occupation. Research and investigation offer many opportunities for you. Any form of detective work seems to have been made for Scorpios. You have a unique ability to dig out the truth from given facts and have an instinctive understanding of body language.
Your main areas of weakness are the lower spine and the digestion. Therefore, slipped discs, sciatica, lumbago, or any other back pain are recurring problems. Your stomach is sensitive, too, so you may suffer from indigestion, a hiatal hernia or the kind of esophagus that narrows, so that food gets stuck on its way down. You like spicy food, but it may not like you!
The reproductive organs can be problematic, and Scorpio women may have problems relating to conception or childbirth. It is interesting to note that many Scorpios don't have children at all, not because they can't but because they prefer pets and animals to children. The main thing is to take any symptoms seriously and not to hesitate until they become a real problem.
In line with the aloof and dignified air you present to the public, you need a partner in whom you can take pride and who will never embarrass you. You're not really concerned about whether or not that person is good-looking, but they must be intelligent, socially at ease, and presentable. It helps if your partner has a successful career or absorbing leisure interests, and you will do everything possible to support them.
You can't tolerate a chatterbox, and neither will you enjoy life with somebody who wants to go out all the time. The institution of marriage is important to you and you need a partner who will share your high ideals, so that you can build a beautiful home and a satisfying life together.
Thanks to your strong sex drive, you must have a partner who is equally amorous but very faithful. Your partner also needs to understand that your secretive Scorpio nature means that you are extremely unlikely to kiss and tell, no matter what the subject. Your arrogance and conviction that you are always right can cause problems, and you're unlikely to discuss them or even have a good argument in an attempt to reach a compromise. Indeed, that word is almost missing from your vocabulary.
The initial attraction between Leo and Scorpio is overwhelming, but what happens after that is in the hands of the gods—or the two people concerned. You're both highly sexed and passionate but, where Leos will express their feelings, Scorpio is apt to be secretive. Indeed, your apparent coldness could even result in Leo playing away from home at times. The differences in your attitudes, particularly regarding money, can result in some violent storms. If you can control (or conceal?) your bouts of extravagance and be a little more demonstrative, the Scorpio-Leo relationship could be exciting and highly rewarding.
Cancer, with those dangerous claws, and Scorpio, with that deadly sting in the tail, have much in common. However, the claws and the stinger will not be noticeable in this relationship. Both are very loyal and have a strong sense of duty. You will delight in the opportunity to show the latent tenderness in your makeup, strictly in private, of course, and Cancer will revel in the knowledge that you care. Cancer is highly sensitive to your unspoken need for support and will always be there when you're feeling vulnerable. Repay this consideration by allowing your partner to dominate you occasionally. The Scorpio-Cancer alliance is likely to be stable and harmonious, providing you both remember not to give your lover cause for jealousy.
Providing Taurus is your intellectual equal, this could be a highly successful partnership. However, you're both very stubborn, and this could create some problems when differences of opinion arise. In particular, Taurus likes to know what's going on—and Scorpio has a decidedly secretive streak. You're both highly sexed, but you should remember that Taurus needs verbal and demonstrative assurance of your devotion. The family home is important to both of you and you make excellent parents. The Scorpio-Taurus partnership is companionable, stable, occasionally romantic, and usually long-lasting.
It's easy to identify Leos, because they always stand out from the crowd. They're almost certain to be the leader of any group, and they will occupy a responsible position in business. If a friend invites you along to a family party, don't make an excuse not to attend—this is exactly the sort of function at which you'll find a Leo, usually organizing everything and everybody. If a game of cards is suggested, Leo will be enthusiastic—Leos are great gamblers.
Cancer loves water. It follows, therefore, that wherever you find water, you will stand a good chance of meeting your Cancer partner. They may work in seaside hotels or restaurants, belong to swimming or boating clubs, and probably enjoy fishing. Cancerians love anything to do with property, so look for then in real estate agencies, time-share outlets, and shops or other organizations that supply goods for the home.
Taurus is musical, so will be found at concerts, in amateur operatic societies, and in musical groups. Because Taureans have an instinctive grasp of financial affairs, you'll find them in any institutions dealing with money, or as the treasurer of a local society. They're clever with creative projects, so they'll gravitate toward craft shops, art groups, and dressmaking classes.
Leo particularly enjoys receiving large-scale presents, elaborately wrapped. This childlike enthusiasm for unwrapping gifts lasts throughout Leos' lives, so why not use the old surprise method of packing a small gift in the middle of several boxes and layers of paper. Your Leo lover will be more and more excited as each container is removed, and this builds up to positive delight when the gift is finally revealed. If that gift, though small, is also expensive, your Leo lover will be overwhelmed.
Cancer, the financial genius, will automatically assess the price of any gift you offer. Cancerians are not concerned about the value, but if they suspect you paid more than necessary for the object, they'll be uneasy. Their tastes are simple and they appreciate anything of good quality, particularly for the home. Strangely, they also adore luxurious gifts—though if you give them jewelry or perfume they'll probably save it for special days and holidays.
Taurus practicality comes to the fore as far as presents are concerned. At Christmas, for example, a food hamper, a case of wine, or a bottle of exotic liqueur will be gratefully accepted. Buy some good china or glass and add to the set on gift-giving occasions. Taureans like leather, so if you can give your partner hand-made Italian shoes, a Gucci handbag, or elegant luggage, you'll score well. Top tip from a luxury-lover who has little money to spare: look around the thrift, recycled, or secondhand shops in smart areas, and you will find brand name goods there at discount prices.