To Miseducate; meaning to educate improperly.

Being independent, strong, and seductive sign we Scorpio’s tend to get a bad reputation.  For example, when I meet a guy and tell him I’m a Scorpio the answer is usually “Oh so you a Scorpio? That means you’re up for any and everything huh?!” The answer is Yes I’m up for any and everything, but not with YOU!  On other occasions when others learned I was a Scorpio I was labeled as a jealous person or  temperamental bitch.  Scorpio’s are probably the most misunderstood astrological sign there is.

That is why I’m here to set the record straight about what others have been miseducated about.

Miseducation number 1:  The nasty slutty Scorpio. 

 Scorpio’s tend to be comfortable with sexuality, and have no problems exploring it. But, that exploring usually takes place with our partners and only our partners.  If you want a fulfilled sex life Scorpio is the way to go, but its not for everyone to experience.

Miseducation number 2: The crazy jealous Scorpio!

I really dislike that we are the sign that gets the jealous label. Isn’t jealousy a part of human nature? I’ve never met a Scorpio that was excessively jealous. I haven’t quite figured out what is meant by that.  What do you think?

Miseducation number 3:  The Violent Scorpio.

I’ll admit Scorpios do have a bad temper, but I won’t say we are violent.  If you get into a confrontational situation with a Scorpio you might just quit the argument, because Scorpio’s are passionate about what they believe.  We’ll argue you down til you can’t take anymore, and sometimes it gets a tad bit heated. On the off chance that we do get up to fight you might want to run!

Miseducation number 4: The too secretive/sneaky Scorpio. 

I wouldn’t say we are secretive we’re just mysterious. Scorpio’s believe strongly in privacy, and while we may share some information we always keep some things close to us. We also tend to be quiet, deep, and emotionally complex; we like to keep to ourselves.

Miseducation number 5: The Scorpio is weak pretending to be strong.

They say Scorpio’s are:  jealous, vengeful, overbearing, sarcastic, sexually immoral, intolerant, violent, secretive, and complex because the more weak we are the tougher we have to be.

I must say I have to disagree with the majority of that.

Scorpio’s are also known to be: caring, thoughtful, resourceful, independent, passionate, loyal, trustworthy, determined, sexy, observant, and great people.  Sounds like strong characteristics to me!

Can you think  of a “miseducation” I left out? Leave it in the comments below!

Special thank you to @evathevandal for the inspiration for this post. If you have any ideas send me an email or hit me up on twitter!

The Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp is an overlapping and admixture of the eighth sign of the zodiac, Scorpio, and the ninth sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius. The Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp is said to represent Revolution.

In the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp period there is greater empathy with one’s fellow human beings and with it an interest in international or even universal concerns (religion, spirituality, psychic phenomena) may manifest now. The revolutionary nature of the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp can underline the need for total reorganization if crucial changes have not yet been made in ones life.

The days which comprise the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp reveal the active social reorganization and attendant conflict that may emerge at this point in life. The combined energies of the emotionally deep, serious and secretive Scorpio and the intuitive, outwardly-directed, freedom-loving Sagittarius reflect the need to first understand oneself and then to act to institute changes.

The Scorpio-Sagittarius Personality

The Scorpio-Sagittarius personality is characterized by rebelliousness against authority. Strangely enough, those born on this cusp who eventually find themselves in positions of authority are often able to wield power skillfully. However, generally speaking, “Scorsagians” do best in self-employed pursuits. Even those who work in larger companies or organizations, or take part in group endeavors, function most effectively when they are allowed a high degree of autonomy.

Every cusp personality comprises conflicting elements, being influenced by two very different adjacent signs. Scorpio (water) and Sagittarius (fire) energies can clash, producing internal disturbances. Feeling-intuitive types, “Scorsagians” may lack the stability of earth and the mental orientation of air, qualities needed to keep them on an even keel.

Many born on the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp are prone to wildness, particularly in their youth when they are perhaps painfully aware of being unlike other people. Therefore, they may not even bother to prepare themselves for a more conventional life. On the other hand, those who are forced by difficult experiences to take stock of themselves in their youth, may actually gain a rare sense of directedness and purpose.

The Scorpio III period takes Charm as its central image. In the Scorpio III period intense emotion may be used with telling effect to gain positive and constructive results, but equally well may be expended in furthering egotistical and narcissistic ends.

The days which comprise Scorpio III symbolically reveal attractive powers and the ability to forward aims (but also gain satisfaction) through investigation, observation, seductive charm and a judicious use of leadership skills. Expressive emotions may be directed constructively as a powerful tool for inspiring others but should not be exercised as a controlling mechanism. Instead, by gaining the trust of co-workers, employees or clients, an emotional bond can be formed which promotes success for all concerned.

The Scorpio III Personality

Scorpio III people tend to be highly magnetic, sensual and charming. Thus the responsibility of those born in this period toward their fellow human beings is very great, though they do not always realize this fact. Should their ethical orientation be less than admirable, they are likely to selfishly use others to further their own ends and perhaps do great damage. Thus, clarifying a healthy working philosophy or moral stance which asserts human values and respects the wishes of others is an essential task for Scorpio III’s from the outset.

Many born in this period seek to be the boss or leader whether at home or at work. In most respects, they are well qualified for such positions of responsibility. Usually Scorpio III bosses are in touch with the emotional needs of those they command, and although they may be highly demanding, they can usually impose rules and delegate responsibilities in an objective fashion which can be easily accepted.

Scorpio III’s have highly developed sensuality which not only tends to attract others but leads them to seek out a variety of physically satisfying experiences. Spoiling themselves can become a way of life for those born in the Scorpio III period- particularly satisfying for them are the pleasures of vacations and travel, where the experiencing of new-found joys can figure prominently.

The inner stability of Scorpio III’s is usually so great that it seems like it would take an earthquake to knock them off balance. Part of the reason for this is self-control, another part a realistic assessment of their capabilities which keeps them from venturing beyond their limitations. On the other hand, Scorpio III’s may have to remind themselves from time to time to take more chances, to truly dare to fall and thus be able to reach new heights.

Perhaps the people who have the strongest influence on Scorpio III’s are those who are less under their sway, less bowled over by their charm or magnetic qualities. Indeed, Scorpio III’s need at least one good friend who can furnish honest, objective advice and criticism.

The Scorpio II period takes Depth as its central image. In the Scorpio II period, contact is made with unconscious and chthonic forces capable of effecting transformative changes in a person.

The days which comprise Scorpio II symbolically reveal the more serious side of human life, and the ability to go beyond ordinary experience through a revelation, metamorphosis and probing of the internal and external world. As when oil is struck and a geyser explodes, tremendous energies can be released from the deep layers of the unconscious. Such energies must of course be well-directed or destruction could easily result. Ideally, powerful new insights may result at this time.

The Scorpio II Personality

Scorpio II people are profound individuals who are in touch with the dark side of life. Generally Scorpio II’s are not in a big hurry. They generally feel that time is on their side and are thus able to wait. Metamorphic change may be effected in themselves and their lives over many years- slowly and unseen. However, those born in Scorpio II must be careful that waiting for the right moment does not itself become the principle activity, a kind of procrastination. The danger here is that such static behavior will lead to brooding, and brooding to depression. During such periods Scorpio II’s must beware that their dark side does not come to dominate their outlook.

It could be said that Scorpio II’s have a big advantage in that they are in touch with deep areas of their personalities which others may only sense occasionally, if at all. Whether a Scorpio II makes something out of this understanding remains to be seen. Part of the problem is that although in touch with their deeper thoughts, imaginings and emotions, some Scorpio II’s never come to terms with their own profundity. That is, they are confused as to how their deeper understanding of life fits in with ordinary life, making a living, and so on. Furthermore, dredging up such material from the unconscious can be dangerous business and threaten to push more unstable personalities over the edge. For Scorpio II’s to find a healthy balance, a give and take with their Plutonic self is a tremendous challenge, but one that can yield valuable results.

Scorpio II’s respond instinctively to the heavier aspects of the human condition. Not only do they tend to sleep more deeply than most people, but also feel more deeply as well. Indeed, some born in Scorpio II can become slaves to the pleasures of the table and the bed, and must be careful that such activities do not come to dominate their lives. For Scorpio II’s, words often just get in the way. Many born in this period can effectively express admiration or affection, or on the other hand disapproval and discontent without needing to speak at all.

The Scorpio I period takes Intensity as its central image. In the Scorpio I period the ability to take control, to effectively manage and exert one’s powers over the environment, to subdue wayward elements to one’s will are manifested.

The days which comprise Scorpio I illustrate the underlying theme of Intensity, and the accompanying capacity to formulate, guide and finally transform unpolished materials creatively and efficiently into highly valuable and viable entities.

The Scorpio I Personality

Scorpio I people are very intense. Once they get their teeth into something they do not easily let go. Nor do they specialize in compromise. Although they may be referred to as “sunny” Scorpios (usually not as emotionally dark as others of this sign), those born in this period are nonetheless attracted to tragedy and know what it is to suffer.

Scorpio I’s usually have an immediate feeling for whether someone is likely to be a friend or foe, a general sense of discrimination that stands them in good stead. They can be quite combative towards their opponents, giving no quarter in an argument or dispute. Yet most of their aggression is unleashed from a defensive posture, and they are smart enough to walk away from confrontations that are senseless or place them at a serious disadvantage. By the same token, these warriors (men and women) rarely waste their energies on lesser opponents.

Using their charm with great effect is characteristic of Scorpio I’s. They have an excellent sense of humor, but can sometimes employ is devastatingly at another person’s expense. Indeed, those born in Scorpio I make terrible teasers and if they decide they want to get under a victim’s skin, can be at once unmerciful and unrelenting.

Scorpio I’s usually have a strict code (hopefully moral rather than immoral) to which they adhere. They are very interested in motives, often deeming it more important to know why something was done rather than judging an endeavor or action by its outcome alone. Thus a false move will be forgiven by a Scorpio I more readily than an impure move. Scorpio I’s scorn petty or underhanded actions and despise success achieved through deceit. Furthermore they show little interest in apologies and excuses, unless truly sincere and not overly frequent. Where work is concerned, those born in this period tend to be unimpressed by quantity alone, focusing on the quality of services and products. In like manner, they themselves are capable of working very slowly for long periods of time in order to achieve their ends.

The Libra-Scorpio cusp is an overlapping and admixture of the seventh sign of the zodiac, Libra, and the eighth sign of the zodiac, Scorpio. This is a period that can be characterized by the themes of Drama and Criticism.

A heightened sense of the drama of life, both in a philosophical and personal sense, leads to an increased awareness of the dynamics of one’s own existence, both past and present; a highly critical attitude emerges which cuts away careless generalizations and sloppy thinking, and aims for the essence of truth. Such an attitude can lead to profound changes in personal relationships, how leisure time is spent and in general to a reevaluation of one’s place in the world.

The days which comprise the Libra-Scorpio cusp exemplify various aspects of Drama and Criticism, where the airy, social, theatrical Libra nature confronts the more serious, deeply feeling and critical nature of the Scorpio.

The Libra-Scorpio Personality

The dramatic Scorlibran is one of the most critical individuals of the whole year. Those born in this period can perfectly embody the spirit of their age but also comment on it. No matter what walk of life they inhabit, their facile minds and often sharp tongues will mark them as individuals to be reckoned with. Most often, if asked their opinion they give it straight out, holding nothing back. Therefore, those born on the Libra-Scorpio Cusp may be sought out for honest evaluations, but equally well feared and even avoided for their piercing frankness.

Every cusp personality comprises conflicting elements, being influenced by two very different adjacent signs. In the case of this particular cusp, the highly developed social awareness of Libra can be well integrated with the powerfully controlling detachment of Scorpio. However, conflicts may also arise here between intellectual and emotional energies, which may be extremely difficult to bring into balance. Primarily thought-feeling types, “Scorlibrans” can mistrust intuitive impulses.

On the other hand, those born on the Libra-Scorpio cusp also have a wild side, and can at a moment’s notice drop their objective stance in favor of risk and adventure. Furthermore, once they are committed to a situation they will usually refuse to stop until the denouement is complete (no matter how painful it may be). Because of their total involvement, and also their charm and attractiveness, those born in this period may indeed be difficult to unseat from a position of authority or for that matter from a place in a lover’s heart.

The kingdom of the Scorpio is the kingdom of power! People born under this sign are masterful and they like to dominate others.

Scorpio’s have a good business sense. They love making money; they are ambitious and usually highly successful. They prefer to work for themselves, so that they are in a position to use their own good ideas and creative talents to the fullest. They always work too hard and often become nervy and irritable. But they have boundless energy and let nothing and no one stand in their way once they have decided a course of action. They are never bored, they don’t have the time.

They are nearly always psychic. They make excellent doctors because they can diagnose quickly and accurately. They are interested in religion and the afterlife. Scorpio’s are moody, however, and can be very difficult to live with. Their own competence makes them suspicious of others and they do not trust people readily.

Their worst fault is jealousy. If they feel attacked in any way, they strike. But their temper seldom lasts long. Scorpio’s never mince their words. If they do not like something about you, something you do, or if they object to one of your friends, they can be brutally blunt! Not everyone can cope with this. Scorpios need a partner determined, resolute, and self confident enough not to be dominated by their strong personality.

Scorpios will protect their own. Romance plays a big part in their relationships, they are expressive and demonstrative of their affections and expect their partner to be reassuring, loving and as good at entertaining as they are.

Scorpio parents are very kind, generous and loving, but inclined to be possessive and bossy. They always want to know where their children are going and whom they are with. They generally teach their children to be excellent hosts or hostesses. Scorpios generally like to make a lot of money to spend on the family and on keeping the home nice.

Scorpios are very hot-blooded, passionate and willing to do anything to satisfy a loved one. They are fiercely determined to possess those they desire. They can overplay their hands, however and be over possessive and even cruel and violent, both physically and verbally, when annoyed.

Scorpios are hard working and ambitious both for themselves and their employers and cannot bear having nothing to do. They are very good at making money, but not always good at keeping it. Sometimes they are too generous and long suffering with others who impose.

To understand the Scorpio, you must be aware of their need for both privacy and power. They want to make an impact on the world, but also demand secrecy. Their major conflict comes when they realize that leadership comes at the price of their privacy.

A key word for the Scorpio is use. They certainly use their talents and resources to the best possible effect. However, they also use other people for their own ends and if anyone crosses them, they can be very vengeful. They can be stubborn, as well. Often they dig in their heels to prove they are right, although deep down, they know when they are wrong. They choose their commitments carefully, especially to people. They select a small circle of friends who stay theirs for life.

Scorpio’s are fascinating, but not always easy or likeable. They can be insensitive to people they consider less capable than themselves. They go straight for the jugular and heaven help those who cross their path at a bad time. With no great need for approval, the Scorpio feels completely free to do their own thing. An important clue to understanding them is to realize they trust no one, not even themselves. And because they mistrust, they become fanatically self-protective and secretive about their feelings.

It would be a mistake to think they are indifferent deep down. For their embers, rarely cool. It is much safer to assume they are biding their time until the right moment comes to enter the game and rig the dice in their favor.

Scorpio has two sexual faces. Sometimes they are a fantastic, demanding lover. In addition, at other times they appear asexual. They can drive their mate wild with desire for they intuitively know the art of lovemaking. When they go through times of complete sexual withdrawal, it may be because they feel guilty about some earlier promiscuity.

They can be a lonely and misunderstood. For in some ways, they are ahead of their time. They are usually out of step with their neighbors, family and friends. It may be their pride that stops them reaching out and asking for sympathy, or perhaps they simply feel mean and nasty and prefer to keep their secrets to themselves.

When they are in love, the Scorpio can be a very sexy lover indeed, organizing life to suit their mate. But they should be aware that this might be just a phase. For you can never discount the Scorpio’s motives. They may want to be nice of their own free will, but their mate will have to pay for it later.

Just about their strongest emotion is jealousy. They feel free to have as many affairs as they like, all at the same time. But will not tolerate that behavior in their mate. Anyone who wants to keep the Scorpio must be prepared to put up with their odd ways and practice dodging those flying ashtrays.

Photo art by BeBelial

Big THANK YOU to @STLScorpio31 on Twitter for linking me to some Scorpio videos on YouTube! This is the first one, “Scorpio Zodiac” by monas. For those who can’t watch the video for whatever reason, I transcribed everything so that you can read it below.

Scorpio, with the symbol of ‘The Scorpion’
Do not torment the scorpion and you won’t get stung

Scorpio, with the symbol of ‘The Scorpion’, is one of the three water signs of the zodiac.
One of the first things that you notice about Scorpios are their eyes; they will be very intense and totally hypnotic. In fact, many people find it very difficult to stand steady under a Scorpio’s constant gaze.

His eyes seem to be penetrating your soul, knowing your deepest secrets and desires. The truth is, more often than not, they are. Scorpios have a big ego.

He never gives false compliments and does not know how to flatter. However, if he does say something nice to you, be sure that it is truly sincere and is coming straight from the heart.

You never have neutral feelings for a Scorpio; you will either be amongst his dedicated admirers or malicious enemies. However, no one challenges him openly, not even the most spiteful enemy.

If you ask a Scorpio for a favor, it will be either a simple ‘Yes’ or No’, not something like ‘I will try’. If he really likes you, he will go out of the way to help you.

Scorpios have this lingering charm around them and are extremely sympathetic towards the sick or miserable.They are fearless and can stand anything from physical pain to poverty.

They have complete confidence in themselves and know that they shall pass through this also. A Scorpio is extremely loyal and will go to the length of laying down his life for his loved one.

He has an exceptionally good memory. He never forgets an act of benevolence and always remembers to repay it. Similarly, a Scorpio also remembers any pain caused to him, though the reaction may differ.

A scorpion will meticulously plan and demolish the enemy. Scorpios will get even, an angry Scorpio is a sight to see.

Ruling Planet: Pluto
Quality: Fixed
Element: Water

Strengths Weaknesses
Loyal and trustworthy, Becomes jealous easily, Passionate, Stubborn, Charismatic and mystifying, Sensitive
Fierce determination is a typical Scorpio personality trait

He has a strong willpower and is not the one to accept defeat easily. The characteristic profile of a Scorpio also tells us that he is honest, to the point of hurting someone. If you have asked for his opinion… (?)

Scorpian Cosmic Strengths
Radical, Passionate, Motivated, Sexual, Determined, Emotional, Powerful, Exciting, Creativity through rebirth, resourceful, intuitive

Scorpian Cosmic Weaknesses
Vengeful, Suspicious, Overbearing, Obsessive, Jealous, Compulsive, Secretive, Crisis, Destructiveness, Intense, Controlling, Self Destructive

Likes
Mysteries, Being right, Winning, Being Cool
Dislikes
Being asked too many questions, given only surface data, losing

Message to Scorpios. You treat your friends as if they are family, you don’t forgive easily and will hold a grudge and you never forget. Once anyone breaks the trust of a Scorpio, things are never the same again.

You are often seen as secretive because you don’t spill the beans to everyone. Friends want to get to know you, but you won’t open up and share things with them until they fully gain your trust.

Scorpio loves to play with danger, he is interested in religion and curious about all the aspects of life as well as death. If you are close to him, you will feel extremely protected and cared for.

He is very passionate about everything around, even his home. However, beneath his tough exterior is a gentle heart that knows how to love and care.

He is also fiercely possessive of what he believes to be his. If a Scorpio really wants to do something, it will never remain a dream forever. He will find one or the other way to get what he wants.