The Scorpio is one of 12 astrological Sun signs. Born between October 23 and November 22, Scorpios are often considered to be forceful and dynamic.

Positive and Negative Characteristics

Scorpios are said to be passionate, magnetic, exciting and powerful. These qualities help Scorpios within any career field and can help them be the perfect candidates for jobs that involves sales or dealing directly with other people. They also tend to be very independent. One feature of a Scorpio tends to be both positive and negative; this trait is their stubbornness. Their stubbornness helps them to get what they want and never give up on something that isn’t going their way. This stubbornness can also lead to discord in relationships. Other negative traits of a Scorpio include suspiciousness, obsessiveness and jealousy. This can prove difficult in their romantic relationships. In addition they tend to be very emotional. Like their stubbornness, this can be both a positive or negative trait. They are very emotional which leads them to give all or nothing. When they love, they love fully and when they hate, you better watch out. The Scorpio has also been said to have a sense of intuition that is rarely wrong.

Scorpio Facts

Ruling Planets: Mars and Pluto

Birthstone: Yellow Topaz, Citrine, Opal, or Pink Tourmaline

Starstone: Opal

Luck Day: Tuesday

Lucky Numbers: 5 and 3

Color: Red

Lucky Color: Dark Red

Ruling House: Eighth

Element: Water

Famous Scorpios

There have been many famous Scorpios over time. These include:

• Anne Hathaway
• Nicollette Sheridan
• Katy Perry
• Nick Lachey
• Brad Paisley
• Rachel McAdams