• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • About
  • Contact
    • Write
    • Advertise
  • Search/Archives
  • Consultations
  • Free Updates
  • Upgrade to Premium
    • Subscribe to Premium
    • Subscribe by Check
    • Subscription FAQ
    • Premium Subscriber Help
  • Log In

Daykeeper Journal

astrology, consciousnes, transformation

The Sign of Scorpio

By Maya del Mar

“November.” Say it aloud … sounds like a solemn power mantra. And Scorpio time is high power time. What is power? According to Webster: “the ability to act, possession of controlling influence over others, force or energy, a superhuman agent.”

Scorpio is powerful because it dares to go to the bottom of things, to move through the deceptions and illusions of false ego, and to find the core of reality, which is the seat of vitality. Scorpio, in fact, must do this. It is its destiny.

Scorpio time brings us face to face with the core center of ourselves. In Libra we found ourselves through the give and take of relationship, through seeing ourselves reflected in the mirror of the other. In Scorpio we look into ourselves as we really are.

As we die all of the little deaths necessary to penetrate our cover-ups, false personas, and pretenses, we come to see our character as it truly is, with all of its strengths and weaknesses. Only by facing ourselves squarely can we know our true potential, our power for growth and achievement. Only by shedding our self-deceptions and falsenesses can we become acquainted with the creative spirit which is at the center of our being, continually transforming us.

It is through crisis and conflict that we are pushed to look within, to die those little deaths, to strip away false layers, and to reach a better understanding of our true natures. Thus the forces of Scorpio stir up sleeping problems, penetrate to deeper truths, and open channels for the emergence of dormant forces.

As we cooperate with Scorpio’s drive to grow, we can make great strides in developing strength and maturity.

The process is intense. It is one of death and resurrection. Under Scorpio we are forced to let go of old ways which are no longer appropriate and to cut bonds which no longer serve. Each severance allows us to be reborn to ourselves, to take another step into that vast and deep world within us.

Scorpio has three symbols: the Scorpion, whose sting is death; the Snake who periodically sheds its old skin and grows a new one; and the Eagle, who soars on high and has a strong connection with spirit. These can represent three parts of Scorpio’s pathway: as the Scorpion, a pull towards the dark mysteries of life, perhaps with negative obsessions; as the Snake, a focus on the hard work of continual self-renewal—rooting out selfishness and transforming it to strength and nobility; and as the Eagle, the ability to use her great spiritual power to uplift others.

Scorpio is the urge to merge—to throw all the resources into one pot, and out of the mixture to create something new—a child, a business, a work of art, a case of law, a productive life goal, a healing. Fertility is very strong during Scorpio time.

Scorpio asks for tests and challenges, and there will be obstacles during this time. If we identify with our spiritual nature, we will tap the strength we need to overcome our difficulties and resolve them.

The opportunity of Scorpio is to come to a deeper understanding of ourselves and what we can accomplish, to release our kundalini force.

Share this:

  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
  • More
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)
  • Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window)
  • Click to print (Opens in new window)

Filed Under: Maya's Sun Sign of the Month Tagged With: fixed sign, Scorpio

Author Spotlight

Maya del Mar

Daykeeper founder Maya del Mar (1928-2006) immersed herself in the study of astrology for nearly 40 years. It was her life's passion and purpose to explore and share the insights of this ancient art and science with others. In carrying on Daykeeper Journal, we, her daughters, share with you her caring, meticulous, subtle, wise and generous spirit. You can find her Sun Sign forecasts here, and many other writings here on the earlier version of this site. Read Full
More posts by the Author »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Kay Andriss says

    December 1, 2009 at 10:20 pm

    Susan, thank you for living your mother in her absence.

    I, too, am grateful for her true vision, especially of Scorpio’s promises.

    Reply
  2. Katherine Williamson says

    November 6, 2009 at 1:59 pm

    “The opportunity of Scorpio is to come to a deeper understanding of ourselves and what we can accomplish, to release our kundalini force.”

    That is a beautiful description of much misunderstood Scorpio. Thank you! I am at home today, silent, meditating, reading spiritual literature, feeling emotional. A good way to express Scorpio’s spirit.

    Namaste

    Reply
  3. denise assad says

    November 6, 2009 at 7:14 am

    that was the most beautiful description of Scorpio spirit I have ever read. Being born in the sign, I am moved by how personally true it is. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Susan Pomeroy says

      November 6, 2009 at 1:10 pm

      Thank you, Denise. Maya was an amazing astrologer, and I’m so glad to be able to keep sharing her work.

      Reply

Leave a Reply to Kay Andriss Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

December Astrology

How shall we prepare for a new year and new decade? Will it be party-hearty Sag, or schoolmarm Capricorn who carries the day?

Full details! Log in here

Not a Premium subscriber? Learn more here.

Current Contents

  • Joe Biden’s 2019 Solar Return: Victory Rising
  • Trick, or Treat? Astrology of the Halloween Impeachment
  • Jump-Starting 2020: Astrological Influences, December 2019
  • Daily Astrology—Daykeeper’s Daily Success Guide, December 2019
  • Hathor, Egyptian Mother of All Gods and Goddesses
  • The Sign of Sagittarius
  • Sun and Rising Sign Tips for the November 2019 Full Moon in Taurus
  • Retrieving Power from Our Shadows: Astrological Influences, November 2019
  • Daily Astrology, November 2019: Daykeeper’s Daily Success Guide
  • Trump and the Astrology of Karma

Latest reader comments:

  • Susan Pomeroy on The Sign of Sagittarius
  • GARY C CALDERONE on Astrological Profile: Pete Buttigieg
  • Blanche Marie on Astrological Profile: Adam Schiff
  • Jackie Mackay on The Sign of Sagittarius
  • Susan Pomeroy on Astrological Profile: Adam Schiff

Blogs we read:

  • Alex's Asteroid Astrology Alex Miller on astrology, current events & popular culture. A comprehensive source for info on the astrological significance of asteroids.
  • Astroinquiry Frederick Woodruff’s thought-provoking writings on alchemical transformation and astrology.
  • Astrologer at Large Daykeeper writer and astrologer Linea van Horn’s deep and observant reflections on all things astrological.
  • Astrology on the Web Rob Tillet’s super-informative and insightful astrology site.
  • Big Sky Astrology April Elliott Kent’s excellent astrology blog.
  • Chirotic Journal Astrologer Jeremy Neal’s original and keen astrological reflections.
  • Darkstar Astrology An always thought-provoking take on current astrological events.
  • Lunar Reflections Blog Astrologer Kelly Beard on all things moon-related.
  • Mooncircles Dana Gerhardt’s magical Moon-centered site.
  • Mothersky.com Jessica Murray’s rich and thoughtful writings on astrology, spirituality and politics.
  • Stars Over Washington Jude Cowell’s astro-analyses of US politics.

Footer

Find more by these authors!

Sign up; get in touch!

Free Weekly Astro-Energy Updates

Become a Premium Subscriber!

Contact Us

 

Follow us on Facebook

Follow us on Facebook

All rights reserved · Copyright 2000–2019 · Please contact us for reprint permission.

loading Cancel
Post was not sent - check your email addresses!
Email check failed, please try again
Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.