I'm deep and enigmatic. Even those who've known me for years sometimes have no clue how I really feel. When I get that Mona Lisa smile on my face in response to a question, they know they've crossed the line. Where a Leo delights in telling all, I am slow to trust others with my secrets. But I'm also good at keeping theirs. I may be hard to figure out, but I'm loyal to the bone.
Others don't realize how sensitive I am, because I hide it well. I have a quiet strength -- so loud yelling and noise in general can quickly stress me out. I also feel tense and nervous when I don't get enough privacy. Deadlines are another source of stress for me: I'd rather take my time than rush to finish things. I need to be sure people know my needs and boundaries so I can negotiate what works for all.
*The scorpion is one of the most ominous creatures of the desert. Its threatening appearance is no façade either – its deadly venom is used to subdue and kill its prey. But the scorpion doesn't really flaunt its dangerous capabilities; it's pretty low key. Combine that with its regenerative abilities (when a scorpion loses its tail, it can quickly grow back another one), and a scorpion is not a good enemy to acquire. A Scorpio shares a lot of the same traits with its zodiac symbol. But don't write off Scorpio as an unpleasant person to have in your life. In fact, it is quite the contrary.*
As intense as the emotions are, my cool and relaxed exterior tells a different story. In order to keep those emotions under wraps, I usually find other more useful activities to burn off my combustible energy. *Sherlock Holmes would be impressed with my detective skills. Not only am I the most intuitive of the three water signs and am endlessly curious about the things around me, but my analytical nature and complex mind drive me to break through the surface of things. I'm constantly working overtime to analyze and evaluate everything and everyone around me. In part, this has to do with my strong need to always feel in control. There's nothing worse for my psyche than to feel out of control. This trait makes my sign particularly prone to obsessive behaviors.
People sometimes feel threatened by me, which can be an obstacle to closeness. It's not that I avoid intimacy; I thrive on delving deeply into feelings and confronting issues. It's just that my intensity and blunt honesty can be too much for others. And, they may feel I want too much. On the other hand, I may hide my deepest feelings, afraid that if I open up I'll be betrayed. I need to learn to trust more.
As a Scorpion, I am rather secretive about my likes and dislikes. Unfortunately, my desire for privacy can hinder my romantic prospects. It's hard to make a love connection when people can't figure out what makes me tick. I'm one of the deeper -- and darker -- signs of the zodiac, and that's just the way I like it. More than others, I understand there is no happiness without pain. Nothing makes me crazier than someone telling me "smile!" or "cheer up!"
My soft exterior and inner toughness are a dynamite combination, and I'm often drawn to the "dark side" of existence, which is why Scorpio Jodie Foster always takes those supernatural roles. If it's hidden from the public view, then it's in my natural realm. I can ferret out my man's private thoughts and psychoanalyze him in a way that's a bit scary but sexy, too.
*Intense, smoldering and secretive, a Scorpio woman is the definition of sex appeal. Your mysterious air makes men wonder, "What is she hiding?" And girlfriend, he's likely to become obsessed with finding out! Ruled by Pluto, planet of transformation, you take your guy to new heights and depths. You're constantly reinventing yourself, which keeps things fresh and interesting. And your bitchy edge shows him you're not to be messed with (a huge turn-on to most men).*
