Welcome, Scorpio Season! This time of year brings us the full chill of fall, Halloween, major US elections—things that are both spooky and rooted in transformation. If Libra season was a sparkly, social time, Scorpio is all about dark glamor and probing the very depths of humanity. There’s nothing superficial or light during Scorpio season; this time of year is characterized by intensity, passion, dramatic changes, and a desire to explore what’s beneath the surface. Scorpio is often described as the most sinister of the zodiac signs, but this is a sign that is provocative and unafraid to tap into their power, deal with difficult truths, and uncover what we really desire. This is a season of depth, change and intensity—which can be totally freeing.

Scorpio is ruled by two planets: Mars, the planet of action, aggression and desire; and Pluto, the planet of transformation, rebirth, and our subconscious forces. These two planets lend to this sign’s aura of power. Unlike fire signs, Scorpio’s enacts their confidence—which they have a lot of—quietly. Scorpio, being a water sign, is intuitive, perceptive and emotional. They are often brooding and mysterious, and unafraid to use their infamous stinger. Simply, Scorpios have no chill. This water sign can be obsessive, jealous, and brutally honest. If you can handle intensity, a Scorpio friend or lover will be fun and fiercely loyal. Scorpio are extremely magnetic and have little interest in social niceties—they’re interested in the truth, and cultivating careers and relationships that are authentic and meaningful. Often described as the detectives of the zodiac, this sign wants to get to the bottom of everything. No time for small talk! This is a great time of year to get to the heart of the matter, and to connect with others spiritually and emotionally. 

As a fixed sign, Scorpios have incredible focus and determination. Where others might shy away from the shadows or injustices, they are innately comfortable in the darker spaces of sexuality and life. Scorpios have a thrumming core of passion, and aren’t afraid of anything, even the scariest truths. This season allows us to channel this fearlessness. Instead of settling, get what you need. Ask provocative questions, and don’t worry about social norms. A deeply empathic energy is at the core of this season. Now is a great time to look beneath the surface, and really consider our own complexities and what surrounds us. 

Scorpio is represented by the Death tarot card, which doesn’t mean a literal death, rather dramatic change and transformation, like the shedding of a tree’s leaves in autumn.  Amidst all of the emotional depths and  provocative questioning comes a season that is primed for makeovers—political, emotional, spiritual. If you’ve been considering taking a big step, now is the time. Go to the party alone, move to your dream city, enact the change you wish to see. Astrologically, Scorpio lends us their power, determination, and ability to wade into the murky waters of life. This season of transformation allows us not only to change, but to heal.