(Note: I’ve always been fascinated with the zodiac. I don’t believe in horoscopes but I do believe in the profiles of the zodiac. Each sun sign has their own characteristics described and in my experience, most of it is pretty much accurate. Try to test it in the people you know, ask their zodiac sign and read about their profile, and see for yourself if it’s accurate. Better yet, read about your own sign, and see if most of what it says is you. I’m not talking about the numerous commercial profiles, forwarded mass emails, zodiac posters that offer very shallow and heavily edited descriptions of the signs. Grab a published book written by an expert about zodiac signs and try to read it. You’ll be surprised at what you’ll learn. Of course, every person is different. Some exhibit qualities from other signs too. At the very least, the zodiac profile serves as a general guide. I’m a Scorpio, and although some of the traits about Scorpios are not really me, most of it is DEAD ON.)

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Scorpio is the eighth Sign of the Zodiac, and you shouldn’t take that lightly. You shouldn’t take Scorpios lightly, either. Those born under this Sign are dead serious in their mission to learn about others. There’s no fluff or chatter for Scorpios, either: these folks will zero in on the essential questions, gleaning the secrets that lie within. The curiosity of Scorpios is immeasurable, which may be why they are such adept investigators. These folks love to probe and know how to get to the bottom of things. The fact that they have a keen sense of intuition certainly helps.

Scorpios are known for their intensity. They are a determined folk that absolutely throw themselves into whatever they do — but getting them to commit to something is rarely an easy task. These folks are intense, passionate and filled with desire. They’re also complex and secretive, so don’t expect to get much out of them, lest they become suspicious and exit stage left. It’s best not to bet against Scorpios, either, since these folks are surprisingly resourceful.

Secretive and Intuitive

Most Scorpios are highly intuitive, which can make them either very compassionate and empathic or very cruel and vindictive, because they know where other people’s weak points are. Scorpios like to explore the profound in life and have little interest in small talk.

Scorpios are secretive, yet other people tend to tell them their own secrets. This often puts Scorpio in the role of counselor. Scorpios are excellent judges of character, and they have an incredible amount of sympathy for those who truly deserve it, but no sympathy or patience for whiners and people who are the authors of their own misfortune.

Self-Sacrificing

It’s the Scorpion which symbolizes Scorpios, and it’s no accident. Much like the Scorpion would rather kill itself than be killed, those born under this Sign are the ones who are in ultimate control of their destiny. Toward those for whom they have sympathy, Scorpios are fiercely protective, compassionate and self-sacrificing. They will risk their lives unthinkingly to protect those they care about. When Scorpios have an altruistic ascendant such as Aries or Leo, the combination of self-sacrifice and courage may draw them to make a career in one of the rescuing professions, such as police officer, fireman, coast guard or paramedic.

Magnetic and Seductive

Scorpios often have piercing eyes and a powerful gaze. Their personalities are seductive. People tend to find them interesting because they reveal little but are usually very deep. They are slow to trust new people, and it takes a long time for them to reveal just a few of their secrets.

Strength in the Face of Adversity

Scorpios can tolerate a lot of hardship and they can manage under the worst of conditions. These folks have tremendous regenerative powers, much like the literal Scorpion can lose its tail and promptly grow a new one. They are good at overcoming obstacles and turning change and challenge to their advantage, which is useful because Scorpios tend to attract sudden changes and endure more than their fair share of hardship. They are extremely persistent, and will go after what they want with a fierce determination that is often rewarded. They are survivors, and adversity only makes them stronger.

Scorpios simply never give up. They have tremendous staying power. In fact, talk to any Scorpio about their lives, and you’ll probably be in awe at all they’ve gone through. Trauma seems to follow them wherever they go. When Scorpio learns optimism, instead of expecting the worst, they’ll find that they possess amazing regenerative powers — the power to heal, create, and transform.