Scorpions have "two lobster-like claws"(1) and
when a scorpion captures its victims with its claws, it "inflicts a
disabling sting with its tail"(2) Scorpios are thought to be
rather cunning, and sometimes revengeful.
Dual nature of Scorpio: A second
symbol for Scorpio is the Eagle. The Golden Eagle "has been
regarded from ancient times as a symbol of courage and
power". (3) The eagle represents clear vision, intelligence,
and power. It is a majestic bird, and also symbolizes
freedom. Scorpios, with their perceptiveness, have the potential
to "see" things more clearly than others. How they
handle the
power of this vision will depend on whether they are at the level
of a scorpion or an eagle!
Scorpio's glyph, or symbol, looks
like a letter M with a tail. The curves show the grounded nature
of the sign, ending in an upward-turned arrow, symbolizing the
need for action and the striving for something higher. Some
believe the symbol represents the male genitals -- the sign of
Scorpio is strongly connected to sex.
Sun in Scorpio
(The Sun is in Scorpio from
approximately October 23 to November 21, depending on the
year.)
Scorpios are known for
their intensity. They are determined folk that absolutely
throw themselves into whatever they do -- but getting them
to commit to something is rarely an easy task. In fact, it's
better not to even try to "get them" to do
anything. Solar Scorpios absolutely have their own mind.
And, their primary motivation is unlikely to be prestige
(like their Capricorn friends), or even authority (Leos can
have that, too)--it's real power. Their power
can absolutely be of the "behind the scenes"
variety, just as long as they have it.
To others, Scorpios seem to
have plenty of willpower. They probably do. Scorpios do know
what they want, and they won't go out and grab it at the
wrong moment. They simply sit back, watch (quite expertly),
and then get it only when the moment is just right. This
apparent patience is simply their powerful skills at
strategy at work.
Scorpio isn't afraid of
getting their hands (their bodies, their minds) dirty. The
darker side of life intrigues them, and they're always ready
to investigate.
Scorpios simply never give
up. They have tremendous staying power. They're not in the
slightest intimidated by anybody or anything. Confrontations
are not a problem. In fact, talk to any Scorpio about their
lives, and you'll probably be in awe at all they've gone
through. Trauma seems to follow them wherever they go. When
Scorpio learns optimism, instead of expecting the worst,
they'll find that they possess amazing regenerative powers
-- the power to heal, create, and transform.
Some Famous people with
Sun in Scorpio: Ed Asner (Sun, Mercury, Venus,
Mars, and Ascendant in Scorpio), Lauren Bessette (Sun, Moon, and
Mercury in Scorpio), Bjork (Sun and Moon in Scorpio), Lisa
Bonet (Sun and Mercury in Scorpio), John Cleese
(Sun, Mercury, and Venus in Scorpio), Danny DeVito, Leonardo
DiCaprio (Sun, Venus, and Mars in Scorpio), Richard Dreyfuss (Sun, Mercury, and Venus in Scorpio), Sally Field,
Bill Gates, Calista Flockhart, Jodie Foster (Sun, Mercury,
and Venus in Scorpio), Whoopi Goldberg (Sun, Moon,
and Mercury in Scorpio), John Gotti (organized crime boss -
Sun and Mercury in Scorpio), Harry Hamlin (Sun, Moon, and
Mercury in Scorpio), Ethan Hawke (Sun, Mercury, and Venus in
Scorpio, Shere Hite (who published the Hite Report on
Sexuality - Sun, Venus, and Mars in Scorpio),Rock Hudson,
Demi Moore (Sun, Mercury, and Venus in Scorpio), Pablo
Picasso, Prince Charles, Puff Daddy (Sun, Mercury, and Venus
in Scorpio), Julia Roberts (Sun and Mercury in Scorpio), Meg Ryan (Sun, Mercury, and
Venus in Scorpio), David Schwimmer (Sun, Moon, and Venus in
Scorpio), Nicolette Sheridan, Maria Shriver
Moon in Scorpio
While others may find security
and comfort in material things, Moon in Scorpio people seek
out emotional intensity. No matter what, there is something
very intense about Lunar Scorpios. They are diggers when it
comes to the world of emotion--they can see beyond facades
and cut right to the core of a person. This ability to
"see" what isn't obvious to the rest of the world
can be intimidating to others or wildly attractive,
depending on the audience.
Their deep-seated need for
transformation and rebirth can manifest itself in the lives
of Lunar Scorpios in different ways. Most have powerful,
emotionally intense lives. Some feel like it is
beyond their control -- these natives seem to attract
emotional upheaval, and their lives appear to consist of
plenty of dramatic ups and downs. However, when accepted as an emotional
need, rebirth and change doesn't need to be so dramatic and
overwhelming. In some way or the other, Moon in Scorpio
natives seek out intense experiences. If their lives are
regular in any way, there can be an unconscious need to test
their own strength and stir up emotional excitement. Self-awareness and
acceptance is probably the best way to handle this deep need
for emotional drama.
Doing things halfway or
having meaningless relationships simply doesn't fulfill
them. Lunar Scorpios want all or nothing.
Moon in Scorpio people
often have a strong fear of betrayal. They seek out
commitment, and feel the need for a partner to give up
something for them. Some will put the people they love
through a series of tests, and these are not always
conscious. Their apparent suspicion can be trying for
the people who love them. However, once committed, Moon in
Scorpio people can be the most loyal and protective partners
around.
Even the shy ones have
enormous presence. Their lives are emotion-driven, yet many
Moon in Scorpio natives spend a lot of time controlling and
mastering their emotions. Their intuition is enormous,
although it is sometimes self-serving.
Moon in Scorpio people
radiate strength. Even in the absence of experience, they
seem to "just know" things. It would be difficult
to shock or scare away Lunar Scorpios in the face of
emotional honesty and power. Some people instinctively want
to lean on them, and other less brave folk run a little
scared. Lunar Scorpios have exceptional "radar"
that allows them to size up a situation--and a
person--quickly and expertly. This ability to understand
human motivation and nature can be too close for comfort for
some, and enormously comforting for others.
Many Lunar Scorpios are
intelligent and astute. Those that use their enormous powers
for intimacy and honesty are the happiest, and they make the
most interesting and rewarding friends and lovers.
Some Famous people with
Moon in Scorpio: Ben Affleck, Lauren
Bessette (Sun, Moon, and Mercury in Scorpio), Bjork, Eminem,
Whoopi Goldberg (Sun, Moon, and Mercury in Scorpio), Harry
Hamlin (Sun, Moon, and Mercury in Scorpio), Elizabeth
Hurley, Avril Lavigne, Alanis Morissette, David Schwimmer (Sun, Moon, and Venus in
Scorpio), Steven Spielberg (Moon and Venus in Scorpio), Patrick Stewart
Mercury in
Scorpio
These people are on an eternal
quest to get to the very heart of any matter. This appears in
anything that requires thought, and in almost every conversation
they have. Totally fearless when it comes to delving into depths
that nobody else wants, or even thinks, to explore, Mercury in
Scorpio is adept at learning the source and the core of any
problem or issue. They are blessed (or cursed, depending on how
you want to look at it) with the observation skills of a
surveillance camera, seeming to just see all and know all. Sometimes
they can be quite "dark" because of their tendency to
focus on the false in order to get to the truth. These people
detest superficiality. They come across as suspicious and can
annoy other, more optimistic people with their negative take on
things.
Scorpio communicators are passionate in their
speech, sometimes even given to lecturing. Remember, though, that
they are just as passionate about giving you real advice and help.
They are quite willing to let you in on a few of their
secrets--regarding other people, that is, not themselves.
The truth is, they have observed things that many have not. If their
observations seem a little bit skewed toward the negative, try to
overlook it. You may just discover that they've given you some of
the best advice around. They are at their best when they are
talking about things that they are not personally involved with.
That is when their shrewd judgment shines. It is when they are
personally involved that their judgment can get clouded over.
Their intelligence is absolutely
instinctive. Strategies are their specialty. Their idea of
constructive criticism can be interpreted as destructive criticism,
depending on their audience. It can be very hard to win an
argument or debate with Mercury in Scorpio. They are absolutely
driven to win, not just for the sake of scoring intellectual
points, but simply to come out on top in general. Besides
that, it is hard to deny that their thinking is really quite
lucid, at least in presentation. You may be gritting your teeth,
but it will be hard not to concede.
They'll staunchly support and
defend anyone they care about. And, their energy in speech (or
sheer intensity) can be motivating. You may walk away from a
Mercury in Scorpio native, after they've given an impassioned
speech, saying "whew!" But you'll generally have
received an awesome pep talk, if they like you. The pep talk may
have been at someone else's expense, however (they may have torn
someone else apart to boost you up, for example).
Scorpio's take on people often
has to do with motivations. Often, they feel people are motivated
by jealousy. They should know, if they are also Scorpio Sun and/or
Venus Scorpio, because they have lived it.
They are naturally suspicious,
expecting bad intentions first. Mercury in Scorpio people love intrigue, mystery,
and hidden
motives. If they don't channel this interest into mental pursuits,
they can end up creating their own mysteries. Others might start
wondering if they are paranoid.
Mercury in Scorpio loves
anything that challenges the brain and are often interested in
what makes people tick.
Some Famous people with
Mercury in Scorpio: Tyra Banks, Lauren Bessette, Lisa Bonet, John Cleese, E. E. Cummings, Walt
Disney, Richard Dreyfuss, Zac Efron (Mercury and Venus in
Scorpio), Sarah Ferguson, Jodie Foster (Sun,
Mercury, and Venus in Scorpio), Whoopi
Goldberg, John Lennon, Demi Moore, Sinead O'Connor, Pablo Picasso, Puff Daddy, Julia
Roberts (Sun and Mercury in Scorpio)
Venus in Scorpio
Venus in Scorpio people
attract others with their intensity and willingness to
commit. They have a strong and concentrated manner which
suggests their feelings run deep. Their actions in love tend
to promise deep commitment and sexual pleasure, even if they
are not telling you this directly. Their appeal lies in
their focus on you, and their dedication. Venus in Scorpio
seems fearless when it comes to intimacy. Potential lovers
get the feeling that Venus in Scorpio will never stray, that
they are intensely loyal to the one they love. They possess
you, and somehow make it seem attractive to be possessed.
Venus in Scorpio men and
women give you their complete attention. These people are
very focused on their partners. Depending on your
personality, you may find this unnerving or entirely
flattering. They have a strong need to control their
partner, although this won't be immediately apparent, and
they may not ever admit to this. Their body-and-soul love
and commitment can be so intense that it eclipses fun and
makes loving them a very heavy experience. Their emotion and
intensity may seem overdone to those looking for a more
lighthearted relationship. These people take things to
extremes, and can be very provocative. Although they want to
explore all of your nooks and crannies, they won't always be
forthcoming with their own. When you've upset these
lovers, you'll know it. Depending on the moment, Venus in
Scorpio will shoot you one of the most piercing glares
around, or totally blow up. Whichever style they choose, a
slighted Scorpio lover is not a pretty sight. These people
can be jealous of all of your attachments, but few will
admit it. They're not afraid of being underhanded in matters
of the heart, and they are experts at cutting through all
the fluff and seeing you for what you are. Still, you may
find their conclusions about you seem skewed and
mistrustful.
Pleasing Venus in Scorpio
involves demonstrating your complete commitment and loyalty
to them. Appreciate their guts when it comes to love and
intimacy -- they're proud of their courage in these matters.
If you can, and they're deserving, relinquish some of the
control in the relationship. Let them feel they own you,
without taking it to extremes. Remember, though, that
some Venus in Scorpio lovers can and will take advantage of
you on a subtle level, if only to keep you all to
themselves. Let them have their secrets and their
silences.
Some Famous people with Venus
in Scorpio: Matt Damon, Leonardo DiCaprio (Sun, Venus,
and Mars in Scorpio), Zac Efron (Mercury and Venus in Scorpio), Jodie Foster (Sun, Mercury, and
Venus in Scorpio), Bill Gates, Shere Hite (sex
researcher, published the Hite Report), Katie Holmes, Avril Lavigne, Annie
Lennox, Demi Moore, Puff Daddy,
Susan Sarandon (Venus and Mars in Scorpio), David Schwimmer,
Alicia Silverstone, Steven Spielberg (Moon and Venus in Scorpio), Tiger Williams
Mars in Scorpio
Mars in Scorpio natives love
to challenge themselves to do the impossible. They throw
themselves into what they decide to do with concentrated
energy and awesome willpower.
These people make formidable
opponents, although often quietly so. They keep their cool and their
equilibrium on the surface. Below the surface may be
another story, and they are unlikely to easily let you in. Mars in Scorpio
has the potential to exploit others -- these people see through
others, and rely heavily on their gut feelings.
The sexual stamina of this
position is thought to be the strongest of all the positions of
Mars. Sometimes, Mars in Scorpio people are attracted to taboos, and their fantasies may involve blowing
the taboos to smithereens! They enjoy scenarios in which the
"other" is giving in to them, wants them completely, and
will do absolutely anything for them. And, their sexual appeal is
strong enough that they generally do get what they want.
They find it difficult to
share their partners, though they will likely never admit this. In
stark contrast to Mars in Libra, who is most comfortable with the
middle ground, Mars in Scorpio has a black-or-white philosophy of
life. These are the people who say, "Just choose!" They
really are not comfortable with compromise--what kind of
satisfaction could you possibly get from compromise? Real living,
to Mars in Scorpio, is all about accepting challenges and
making changes.
These people constantly test
themselves, and, often, others. They make all kinds of rules and
goals, just for the personal satisfaction that comes from achieving or mastering them. Their
survival instincts are strong, and they embrace their own
animal nature when they are all alone with themselves,
without guilt.
These people have a provocative
quality to them. This quality is usually most evident in youth,
though it is often carried over into
adulthood in more subtle, controlled ways.
Mars in Scorpio natives who have low
self-esteem can become mighty twisted. Instead of beating
themselves up, they turn self-loathing outward, and end up manipulating others and
feeling resentful.
While Mars in Libra is
constantly striving to bring fairness to the world, Mars in
Scorpio knows that life simply isn't fair.
Some Famous people with
Mars in Scorpio: Jennifer Aniston, Billy Bragg,
Leonardo DiCaprio (Sun, Venus, and Mars in Scorpio), Mel Gibson, John Goodman, Shere Hite (sex
researcher, published the Hite Report), Susan Sarandon
(Venus and Mars in Scorpio), Howard Stern, Oprah Winfrey
Scorpio
Ascendant
Scorpio Ascendant people have
a lot of presence. There is something about them that tells
the world that they are not to be pushed around. Their
manner commands respect, and in some cases, fear. Scorpio rising
people can be quiet or loud, but they always seem powerful
and determined.
You either love or hate
Scorpio rising people— they are rarely people who go
through life unnoticed. In fact, some of them are confused
when faced with the fact that they get such strong reactions from
others. They seem to look right through people, seeing
through superficiality. This can be quite intimidating to
some, and intriguing to others. Scorpio rising people, in
their dealings with others, look for answers by reading
between the lines. Surface details are discarded when they
are getting a feel for people and situations around
them.
Scorpio rising people value
their privacy so much, it can border on paranoia. They have a
strong need to control their environment and are experts at
strategy. Rarely people who will blow their chances with
impatience, they plan out their moves carefully and
deliberately, relying on their awesome ability to feel out
others and situations.
Scorpio rising natives are
drawn to down-to-earth, natural partners. Reliability in their
partner is very important. They generally look for complete
commitment and have little patience with flighty partners.
Celebrity examples of
Scorpio Ascendant include Sean Penn, Martha Stewart, Prince,
Ed Asner, Susan Dey,
Chris Evert, and Penny Marshall.
Scorpions have "two lobster-like claws"(1) and
when a scorpion captures its victims with its claws, it "inflicts a
disabling sting with its tail"(2) Scorpios are thought to be
rather cunning, and sometimes revengeful.