The Sun enters Scorpio on October 23, 2014 and will transit here until November 22, 2014
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When talking about Sun signs, it’s more accurate to say “the Earth’s relation to the Sun” since the Earth is the one moving. A more appropriate name for this much-celebrated, often oversimplified astrological element would be: Earth Sign.
If you are a Scorpio, for the next month you have a Solar Return. This is your time to shine, as they say. Whatever was set in place when the Sun last transited fixed water sign Scorpio will now come to fruition. With the Sun in Libra for the past month, our attention was directed towards balancing our personal needs with those of others. This was a time of compromise, resolution, negotiation and, most likely, distinct endings and beginnings. Now we move deep into the psyche to explore what lies beneath the conscious realm. The scorpion learns from the inside out, fearlessly uniting mind, body and spirit in the quest for transcendence.
From CafeAstrology:
Who owes what, who owns what, and who decides these things: these are some of the major issues for you at the dawn of the cycle that now begins in your life. The only thing we really own is our consciousness; the only master who is never overthrown is oneself. These are lessons best learned early in this cycle. Master them, and you master everything … Understanding inner motivations, seeing through to the core: that’s your real path of power and enlightenment now.
I like to visualize Scorpio energy as a black widow spider gracefully weaving a web; a witch hurtling through the clouds on a moonless night; a shamanic journey; a juicy secret; a wolf howling on a cold winter night; a mermaid lair at the bottom of the ocean; a whirlpool; an icy lake; the great awakening of the soul. Balanced Scorpios are intuitive, intellectual, spiritual and usually, but not always, notably intense. Scorpios are known for their incredible emotional capacity. As such, they often spend a lot of time talking or writing about their feelings. More so than other signs, the scorpion is constantly seeking cathartic release. There is a tendency here, due to the fixed nature of the sign, to habitually internalize very strong emotions and opinions. On the flip side, being so in touch with their innards allows Scorpios to have an inherent, uncanny understanding of what makes others tick. Because they can read other people so easily, Scorpios are notorious for being suspicious and manipulative when imbalanced. However, when grounded, Scorpios use this remarkable skill to empathize with others in a way that few others can. The scorpion has a great responsibility: one sting can destroy instantaneously with no regard for consequence, or it can serve to completely transform reality, lifting others out of the darkness and into the light.
This cycle will likely be a rigorous test of your patience and stamina as Scorpio energy encourages us to examine our reactions on a deeper level: what habits and recurring patterns are negatively impacting you? What is the source, the root cause? Facing ourselves is never easy, but we can’t avoid this process now. Remember that the scorpion ultimately longs to return to a higher place, a place where words and thoughts are not allowed: Oneness.
The defining characteristic of the scorpion is undoubtedly extremity. Unlike Libra, sign of the scale, Scorpios are often drawn to danger, taboos and secrets. This is not to say that Scorpios are unstable - they just prefer complexity over simplicity. When balanced, this manifests as prolific creative expression, physical prowess, psychic abilities, spiritual leadership and extraordinary humility. Imbalanced Scorpios can be jealous, volatile, vindictive and stuck in the past. Because it is a fixed sign, the scorpion often has difficulty moving forward. Indeed, many Scorpios feel acutely misunderstood. The scorpion must learn to accept unconditionally that darkness and discomfort are inevitable and essential components of life. The more that Scorpios are able to recognize the supreme power and importance of said entities, the better they can tap into their innate capacity to transform, transcend, become. Always waiting just beyond midnight is a brilliant dawn.
Typical Scorpios are stubborn, provocative, passionate, sexual, profound and fiercely loyal. They enjoy connecting with others on the deepest level possible: soul to soul, or perhaps body to body, no words required. Paradoxically, it may take some Scorpios a very long time to open up emotionally, if ever. These natives feel vulnerable and mistrustful at the slightest threat to their privacy or personal power. However, once you have truly befriended a Scorpio, they are tremendously loving and understanding.
This transit favors the following activities: deep cleaning; spending time near water; self-care; dancing; journaling; spiritual retreats; yogic hip openers. Focus on the root chakra and mula bandha in meditation. Dive fearlessly into the unconscious. Prepare to feel. If you are a Scorpio or if you would simply like to know more about how this transit affects you personally, please contact me for more insight.
Mantra: I follow my passion