Next week we will be entering Scorpio season. I am a Scorpio.

Let’s be real – it’s the coolest sign. It’s definitely got the best name.

Say it with me: Scorpiooo. It doesn’t roll off the tongue so much as it whips then slithers.

When the writers on General Hospital were creating a hunky, Australian detective to play Luke Spencer’s wingman, you know someone around that table (probably born between 10/23 and 11/21) said, “I know! Let’s name him Robert Scorpio!”

Or when Rudolf Schenker wanted a bitchin’ name for his new band, he looked no further when he thought of Scorpions.

I’m not all woo-woo about astrology, but I do find the Scorpio personality traits to be true for myself. Uncanny, really.

It could be that hearing the descriptors all my life have molded me into this, but I can’t remember a time when I didn’t feel exactly like what is explained here:

Key Strengths

Passionate & Determined: When a Scorpio sets a goal, they pursue it relentlessly with unmatched focus and discipline.

Ask me about any of my home improvement projects.

Intuitively Perceptive: Acting like human lie detectors, they read hidden motives, pick up on subtext, and see through superficiality. 

It’s a little scary, actually.

Fiercely Loyal: They offer deep, unwavering protection and devotion to the people who earn their trust.

Key word – EARN.

Resourceful & Brave: They are comfortable facing crisis, grief, and taboo topics that others avoid. 

This hasn’t always been the case but I’ve gotten there.

Key Weaknesses

Secretive & Suspicious: They hold their cards close to the chest and can struggle with paranoia or doubting others’ intentions.

Yeah. Skepticism is the name of my game.

Jealous & Possessive: Their craving for absolute intimacy can turn into a need for control.

Who me? Never 🙈

Vindictive & Resentful: Because betrayal wounds them deeply, they have a long memory for slights and can hold grudges.

I can’t stand Will Smith, especially for what he did to one of my favorites, Chris Rock, but I understood what he meant when he yelled, “Keep my wife’s name out your mouth!”

If I hear you mentioned me or someone I love in a negative way, I’m done with you. We could be fine, even best friends one day, and the next you’ll be wondering what happened without a word from me. Explain why I’m mad? Nope.

Stubborn: As a fixed sign, they resist changing their minds once they commit to a perspective.

I can hold a grudge foreverrr. And a day.

These traits are why I wear the Scorpio badge loud and proud. Even the negatives seem like positives to me.

It’s basically saying that Scorpios don’t suffer fools gladly – and I’m 100% ok with that.

Happy Scorpio season to all who celebrate! 🦂