Mysterious and strong willed Scorpio has a strong magnetic influence with which they possess a strange psychological power over others. They have a charm that can’t be ignored. Represented by two symbols, that of scorpion and the eagle, they at time seem to be a mass of contradictions. The zodiac sign of Scorpio commences on October 21st and continues until November 20th. It remain under the cusp of the previous sign until October 28th and comes in full strength only after that.

Scorpio are easily the most intense and passionate people in the zodiac. One of the major strength they possess is their ability to focus. If they put their mind to something they won’t give up until they are able to accomplish it. In the face of danger and crisis wish to have a Scorpio on your side as they are are cool and determined in any situation. When their emotions or sympathies are roused, they love to give and to help and will face any danger to be of assistance.

In their early life they are usually extremely pure-minded, virtuous and religious but once their nature is roused they are often found to swing in the opposite direction. They nearly always have two personalities, one for the world and another for themselves. In the need of the moment they are inclined to be selfish, but in contradiction to this, if they succeed there are no people more generous in paying back tenfold for any help they may have received. Some of the great humanitarians and greatest saints have been found in this period.

Career

Scorpios have a great scientific temperament, remain cool and calm in difficult situations and love to do something that makes a difference in the world. All these natural qualities help make them some of the best surgeons, doctors and scientists. Power, position and money are the factors that motivate the ambitious Scorpio. They should be encouraged to have ambition, for they will make any sacrifice or deny themselves any pleasure to achieve what they have put their mind to and so accomplish more work than any other class.

Scorpio have excellent power in writing. They are natural philosophers, deep student of nature and quite often gain fame and distinction as writers, painters or poets. They are intensely dramatic in their gift of description and are usually versatile in their talents. They also make good leaders and as a speaker, they have great magnetic power and usually appeal to the emotions and sentiments of their public more than to logic. Scorpio have a charisma to sway their audience as they choose. They always come up with clever ideas in business and politics. However they are warned to putting off until tomorrow as procrastination is one of their biggest weakness.

In their early years more often than not they go through a great deal of trouble, difficulty and even privation , but all such trials and challenges help increase their will power and ambition and sooner or later success and fame nearly always crown their efforts. They generally make two sources of income.

Relations

Scorpio is all about passion, emotion and relationship. Their association with people is thriving and warm as they observe and analyse other people’s characters better than any other class. As a father Scorpio is strict and extremely concerned and anxious about the future of his children. He is possessive but wants only the best for his children. Scorpio mother is a loving soul inside her hard exterior. She is adapt at using the right balance of discipline and love for the betterment of her children. Scorpio children are reserved and obedient. However after the age of twenty they could take a reverse turn and need to be guided as they could sometimes rush into dangers without worrying about the dangers.

Romance

Scorpio takes their own time to open up but once they fall for someone they will go with all their heart and passion. For them commitment is an ‘all or nothing’ affair. They are magnetic and can be extremely seductive. For them lovemaking goes beyond physical limitations and is a connection between two souls. Sex quality is an enormous factor for a Scorpio but where the will and ambition are dominant these people can keep the curb on their strong sex natures.

In home life Scorpio are dogmatic and expect to dominate. By nature they are extremely protective and possessive about their loved ones. This may be an unwelcome boundary for free spirited people who may feel tied down. Scorpio themselves are loyal and dedicated so they do not take betrayal lightly. If there is any breach of trust then they could be dangerously revengeful.

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Friends

No class of people make more friends or have more enemies as Scorpio, but this circle of friends is closely guarded by them. Initially they can be quite choosy about who they befriend but once someone gains their trust, they won’t tolerate anything against them. Scorpio born are honest, fair and loyal friend. They will like to help out anyway they can. As a friend they will remember everything, the good & the bad. They are generally loved and adored by those who know them. Scorpio are most compatible and will have lasting friendships with Cancer and Pisces, the other two water signs of the zodiac.

Health

Scorpio as a rule are slight and thin in early years but have a tendency to put on weight after reaching middle life. For them heart is weakest organ and they should be careful not to over strain it in exercise or in work. Scorpio rules the reproductive organs and are prone to problems and infections of the sex organs. Scorpio also rules nose, lungs and lymphatic system. It may have influence over sinus, vocal cords and blood. However they have a strong constitution and as they are ruled by Pluto they have good power to recuperate from any illness.

Scorpio Overview

Element: Water

Ruling Planet: Mars, Pluto

Symbol: Scorpion, Eagle

Lucky Colors: All shades of Crimson and Blue

Lucky Numbers: 9, 11, 18, 22

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Lucky Stones: Turquoise, Ruby and all red stones

Some Famous Personalities: Pablo Picasso, President Roosevelt, Hillary Clinton, Shah Rukh Khan, Leonardo DiCaprio, Bill Gates, Aishwarya Rai

Positive Qualities: Loyal, Passionate, Resourceful, A true friend

Negative Qualities: Jealous, Obsessive, Distrusting, Secretive

The eighth sign of zodiac, Scorpio is ruled by two planets Pluto giving them the traits of transformation and regeneration; and Mars that endows with action and passion. Scorpio born are great organizers and generals on paper but detest bloodshed and strife in actual life. The highest quality that they own is the control and understanding of human emotions. This quality help them gain reputation as peacemakers and quite often they excel in settling other people’s quarrels. These people are mental fighters and are most subtle in arguments.