The Scorpion
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Dates: Oct.23 - Nov.21 |
Ruling Planet: Pluto/Mars |
Note: Someone was kind enough
to point out to me that there may be some confusion over the listing of Opal as
Scorpios gem stone. The birthstone for Scorpios born in November is indeed Topaz
(though Citrine is commonly used) and, for those born in October, is Opal. The
listing I have pertains not to the stone associated with a given month but
rather to the stone associated directly with the sign, which is Opal - just as
Autumn colors are associated with October/November but the colors associated
directly with Scorpios are (most commonly) red and black. I hope that makes
sense.
Astrology.com says:
Scorpio is the eighth Sign of the Zodiac, and you shouldn't take that lightly.
You shouldn't take Scorpios lightly, either. Those born under this Sign are dead
serious in their mission to learn about others. There's no fluff or chatter for
Scorpios, either: these folks will zero in on the essential questions, gleaning
the secrets that lie within. Scorpios concern themselves with beginnings and
endings, and are unafraid of either; they also travel in a world which is black
and white and has little use for gray. The curiosity of Scorpios is
immeasurable, which may be why they are such adept investigators. These folks
love to probe and know how to get to the bottom of things. The fact that they
have a keen sense of intuition certainly helps.
It's the Scorpion which symbolizes Scorpios, and it's no accident. Much like the
Scorpion would rather kill itself than be killed, those born under this Sign are
the ones who are in ultimate control of their destiny. It is life on the
Scorpion's terms, too, since these folks promote their agenda (they are quite
the executives) and see to it that things go forward. Others may find this
overbearing (it can be) and even self-destructive, but that's the beauty of the
Scorpion: these folks have tremendous regenerative powers, much like the literal
Scorpion can lose its tail and promptly grow a new one. Fearless Scorpions
rarely lose, per se, they just keep on going, since they are stubborn and
determined to succeed (this Scorpio trait is in keeping with the Fixed Quality
assigned to this Sign). Scorpios work as hard as they do so they can someday sit
back and feel satisfied with themselves. These folks are intense, passionate and
filled with desire. They're also complex and secretive, so don't expect to get
much out of them, lest they become suspicious and exit stage left. It's best not
to bet against Scorpios, either, since these folks are surprisingly resourceful.
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Traditional
Scorpio Traits
Determined and forceful
Emotional and intuitive
Powerful and passionate
Exciting and magnetic
On the dark side....
Jealous and resentful
Compulsive and obsessive
Secretive and obstinate
Scorpio! About Your Sign...Scorpios are the most intense, profound, powerful characters in the zodiac. Even when they appear self-controlled and calm there is a seething intensity of emotional energy under the placid exterior. They are like the volcano not far under the surface of a calm sea, it may burst into eruption at any moment. But those of us who are particularly perceptive will be aware of the harnessed aggression, the immense forcefulness, magnetic intensity, and often strangely hypnotic personality under the tranquil, but watchful composure of Scorpio. In conventional social gatherings they are pleasant to be with, thoughtful in conversation, dignified, and reserved, yet affable and courteous; they sometimes possess penetrating eyes which make their shyer companions feel naked and defenseless before them. In their everyday behavior they give the appearance of being withdrawn from the center of activity, yet those who know them will recognize the watchfulness that is part of their character. They need great self-discipline, because they are able to recognize the qualities in themselves that make them different from other humans, and to know their utterly conventional natures can be used for great good, or great evil. Their tenacity and willpower are immense, their depth of character and passionate conviction overwhelming, yet they are deeply sensitive and easily moved by their emotions. Their sensitivity, together with a propensity for extreme likes and dislikes make them easily hurt, quick to detect insult or injury to themselves (often when none is intended) and easily aroused to ferocious anger. This may express itself in such destructive speech or action that they make lifelong enemies by their outspokenness, for they find it difficult not to be overly critical of anything or anyone to whom they take a dislike. They can harness their abundant energy constructively, tempering their self-confidence with shrewdness and their ambition with magnanimity toward others provided they like them. They relate to fellow workers only as leaders and can be blunt to those they dislike to the point of cruelty. In fact they are not above expressing vindictiveness in deliberate cruelty. They are too demanding, too unforgiving of faults in others, perhaps because they are not aware of the shortcomings within themselves, and extravagantly express their self-disgust in unreasonable resentment against their fellows. They do, however, make excellent friends, provided that their companions do nothing to impugn the honor of which Scorpios are very jealous. Part of the negative side of the Scorpio nature is a tendency to discard friends once they cease to be useful, but the decent native is aware of, and fights this tendency. They are fortunate in that their strong reasoning powers are tempered with imagination and intuition, and these gifts, together with critical perception and analytical capacity, can enable the Scorpions to penetrate to profundities beyond the average. They have a better chance of becoming geniuses than the natives of any other sign.But charismatic "twice-born" characters such as they can sink into the extremes of depravity if they take the wrong path, and the intensity of their nature exaggerates their harmful tendencies into vices far greater than the normal. Rebelliousness against all conventions, political extremism to the point where hatred of the Establishment makes them utterly unscrupulous terrorists. Brooding resentment, aggressive and sadistic brutality, total arrogance, morbid jealousy, extreme volatility of temperament, these are some of their vices. At the other extreme is the procrastinator, the man or woman who is capable of so much that they do nothing and become indolent and self-indulgent, requiring extravagant praise and flattery from those whom they make their cronies. Being so gifted, they can find fulfillment in many employments. Their inner intensity can result in the ice-cold self-control and detachment of the surgeon, the concentration of the research scientist, and the heroism of the soldier. Any profession in which analysis, investigation, research, dealing with practicalities, and the solving of mysteries are relevant, can appeal to them. So police and detective work, espionage and counterespionage, the law, physics or psychology may attract them, and they can become masters of the written and spoken word. They may be most persuasive orators and find fulfillment as diplomats or preachers and, if they make the Church their profession, their inner intensity can express itself in the spiritual fervor of the mystic or the thaumaturgy. Scorpio is the symbol of sex and Scorpios are passionate lovers, the most sensually energetic of all the signs. For them, union with the beloved is a sacrament, an "outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual grace.". Their overriding urge in loving is to use their power to penetrate beyond themselves and to lose themselves sexually in their partners in an almost mystical ecstasy, thus discovering the meaning of that union which is greater than individuality, and is a marriage of the spirit as well as of flesh. They are thus capable of the greatest heights of passionate transport, but debauchery and perversion are always dangers, and Scorpios can become sadistic monsters of sensuality and eroticism. Their feelings are so intense that even when their love is of the highest, and most idealistic kind, they are nevertheless frequently protagonists in tragic, even violent romances, "star-crossed lovers". Possible Health Concerns... Scorpio governs the pelvis and reproductive and urinary systems and its subjects are said to be prone to ailments of the liver and kidneys, stones and gravel in the bladder or genitals, and other genital ills such as priapism. Abscesses, boils, carbuncles, fistulas, piles, ruptures and ulcers may also affect the Scorpions.
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DISLIKES
PROBLEMS THAT MAY ARISE FOR YOU, AND THEIR SOLUTIONS
As with all sun signs, we all have unique traits to our personalities. When these traits are suppressed, or unrealized, problems will arise. However, with astrology we can examine the problem and assess the proper solution based on the sun sign characteristics. As a Scorpio you may see things below that really strike home. Try the solution, you most likely will be amazed at the results. If you find yourself on the receiving end of the negatives below, it is because you are failing to express the positive.
Problem: Suffering from an inferior complex where you feel self
disgust and are disdainful of help from others.
Problem: After you get everyone to agree with you and you get your
own way, you are still not satisfied with the results.
Problem: Disruptive marital relations or a breakup with a loved
one.
Problem: The peers in your group begin to avoid you, or drift away
when you walk up.
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My Birthday is 11/11/74
Here is another description just for my Birthday:
The dazzling Tiger man.
Gallant, action oriented, active, courageous, stormy and passionate, you are
hard to ignore and the aura of excitement, hidden passions and sensuality that
hangs around you obvious. You are unpredictable, forever full of grandiose plans
for the world and a total social animal though you disdain social snobbery. On
the other hand, you are also fierce, dramatic, stubborn and vengeful if
provoked. You are bored easily if you are not being attended to and you need
constant and elaborate attention from your partner though you can be obtusely
inconsiderate. Your energy would most probably leave your partner exhausted.
Yours is an all-or-nothing attitude that would most probably captivate the rest
of the world.
The wood male Tiger.
Full of life and a strategist, you are addicted to shifting environments, always
moving. Full of grandiose designs, you are forever plotting and testing. One
would never be bored in your company but would most probably be too exhausted to
do much.