SCORPIO
MAJOR ARCANA IN TAROT:
SYMBOL
DATES
October 23-November 21
ELEMENT
MODALITY
Mutable
RULING PLANET
KEY WORDS:
Secretive, sarcastic, heroic, possessive, suspicious, obsessive, forceful, emotional, willpower, magnetic, stubborn, psychic, investigative.
PROS:
loyal, passionate, determined
CONS:
ruthless, vengeful, jealous
DESCRIPTION:
When it comes to willpower and psychological strength, nobody has a Scorpio beat. This zodiac sign is the toughest when it comes to self-discipline and self-mastery. Whilst this is a great asset in times of crisis or during self-improvement, it can make Scorpios relentless and controlling. Showing any kind of weakness or vulnerability is an immediate NO for a Scorpio. However that doesn’t mean that they shy away from difficult conversations or emotions. On the contrary, it seems as though Scorpios thrive in chaos, and gaining experience and wisdom through difficulty is extremely rewarding. An intense sign, Scorpios might see the world in black and white, making them unflinching with their values and extremely passionate with their interests (whether a hobby or person).
In a reading this card asks that you practice self-control, no matter how difficult the situation - as there is something to be learned from it. It also asks you to question your own suspicions - try and differentiate between being weary and paranoia.
ABOUT THE WATER SIGNS
Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Water signs nature is that of emotional connection - the urge to feel ‘something’. Through these emotional reactions, they decide whether ‘something' it is agreeable or unpleasant.
Water is the element which has no form of its own. It can come in many ways, yet it will always be confined into the shape of its container. Emotional security and belonging are of upmost importance for these signs - they need a ‘container’ in which to feel secure. This can come about through a relationship or sense of community. Either way, Water signs are often very malleable, they possess the ability of empathising with others and ‘feeling’ other’s feelings - sometimes not able to differentiate between their own emotions and others. Whilst this makes Water signs the most responsive and sympathetic of the signs, it also brings about a sense of vulnerability - which makes them extremely self-protective/secretive. Still waters run deep, and with Water signs, what you see is definitely not what you get.
ABOUT THE FIXED SIGNS
Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius
The Fixed signs are born within the middle of the seasons. Not seeing much change in weather provides the fixed signs with stability, consistency and reliability. Whilst these are qualities that all Fixed signs are associated with, being reliant on this steadiness creates a strong sense of attachment. Each Fixed sign showcases this in their own way. Taurus can be overly attached to material security. Leo’s attachment is to their own pride. Scorpio gets heavily attached to their feelings. Aquarius is attached to their own ideas and visions. Whilst this tends to make the Fixed signs quite stubborn in what is important to them, it also makes them extremely persistent and enduring. Able to stick to a job until it gets done, these are the signs you should want when it comes to long term solutions. Whilst Cardinal signs are good at beginning projects, Fixed signs are the ones that can take these ideas and actually implement them into the real world. Establishing the status quo and maintaining it create a sense of security for the Fixed signs, however it often leaves little to no room for change or movement. The resistance to any sort of change can make the Fixed signs lives more difficult - as letting go of other people, ideas, possessions can feel incredibly distressing.