Scorpio, November 2015

In our monthly horoscopes, we provide a more in depth look at what's happening in the sky. If you are not a Scorpio and/or don't care about Scorpios, you can read the rest of our monthly horoscopes here.

Happy solar return, Scorpio! (That's astrology speak for "Happy Birthday, sweet scorpion.) November starts with plenty of focus on you— not only is the Sun hanging out in your sign, shining the celestial spotlight on transformation and creativity for all the world, but also on November 2, Mercury, the planet of logic and communication, enters your sign as well. The world will be thinking on your wavelength and enjoying a boost in psychic ability. You'll feel confident around self-expression and clear on how you want to be seen and what you want to say.

November 2 is exciting for another reason, too: Venus meets Mars, your ruling planet, both of them in down to earth Virgo. Virgo, the virgin, is actually a very lusty, physical sign, so the combination of sweet and seductive Venus and passionate Mars should be exciting! But this will play out in more ways than just romantic. You'll enjoy a feeling of contentment and unity in your social life, and you'll begin a new journey around some dreams and goals you want to accomplish.

Mars isn't your only ruling planet, Scorpio—power planet Pluto also holds some sway over you, according to most modern astrologers. On November 5 the Sun in your sign will sextile Pluto in industrious Capricorn. This is an excellent day to contact anyone you look up to. Someone influential or powerful may be available for you to connect with. Or, Scorpio, you may find that you're the influential, important person that everyone's seeking out!

On November 8, lovely Venus enters harmonious Libra, which asks you: How balanced is your life? Are you taking care of yourself? Bad habits can add up over time. This is an excellent opportunity to check in with yourself and really consider if you're getting enough rest, enough time to yourself, if you're feeling spiritually nourished and being taken care of emotionally. Coffee isn't a cure for lack of sleep— Venus wants you to pamper yourself. Take care of your body and your mind, Scorpio, or else you'll find things will get really out of whack in all the other areas of your life.

Pluto gets more action on November 10 when Mercury sextiles it, bringing you more opportunities to connect with power (in whatever form that means to you, Scorpio). Also on November 10, the Sun (in your sign!) sextiles Jupiter, which will give you a huge amount of luck and confidence, and it will benefit your social life in a major way. November 10 is definitely a day to circle in your calendar!

There's a New Moon in your sign, Scorpio, on November 11. This is such a busy month with so much attention being paid to you, Scorpio. The New Moon will offer a lovely, safe and sacred space for you to reflect and go within. Take this opportunity to reconnect with your higher self and meditate on what you need emotionally.

On November 12, your ruling planet, Mars, enters Libra— the themes around balance that we discussed earlier will pop up again, but be careful. Mars is a super energetic planet, and it might leave you feeling really wired. Be sure to tire yourself out during the day so you don't stay up all night. Part of finding balance for you this month will mean spending time alone. This doesn't mean that romance and socializing aren't in store for you this month, so don't worry about that one bit— just be sure to carve out plenty of relaxing, reflective solitary time for yourself to make the most of the cosmic vibes.

On November 18 Neptune, the planet of fantasy and illusion, stations direct— this is going to be pretty exciting! It won't only push things forward for you creatively (expect some projects to really take off), but it will also bring some sparkle to your life, romantically speaking. Part of the fun of romance is the mystery and excitement of what will happen next— if things have been feeling dull in your love life lately, Neptune's forward motion will be inspiring.

On November 20, communicator Mercury enters Fire sign Sagittarius, which will find you thinking and talking a lot about money— how to get it, grow it, and make it work for you. Sagittarius is a very smart, philosophical sign. Connect with some people you look up to for advice on financial matters or pick up a book or two on the subject. You're ready to learn, and going with this flow will have excellent results for you on the financial front. In your relationships, you might find that you're thinking and talking a lot more about what's of value to you—not only financially, but idealistically as well. You might also spend some time communication about self-esteem issues. Vent! You're a Fixed sign Scorpio. Fixed signs fall in the middle of seasons, and this makes them sturdy and dependable, but sometimes things can stagnant or sit around for too long. Don't let crappy feelings remain bubbling and brewing inside of you just to keep the status quo— let it all out. This is the right time to talk about it all.

That said, on November 20, keep an eye open for you manipulative behavior, when lovely Venus squares dominating Pluto. If we're being honest here, we can admit that you, Scorpio, are the most manipulative sign in the zodiac (or at least you're the best at being manipulative). Today, take the high road. Acting in a shady way will really undo you. Be honest with yourself and the people around you. Forgive yourself of any jealous feelings. Give yourself space to feel intense and passionate.

On November 22 the Sun enters Sagittarius, bringing more focus to what you value and asking you to consider your financial situation. Late November brings some awesome opportunities for you to create a solid foundation for yourself, financially and otherwise. On November 24, your ruling planet Mars will sextile Saturn, giving you a lot of energy and stamina: Whatever you put your mind to today, you will have the power to see through. If you've been honoring your need for rest and solitude, you'll find today is super productive around commitments. Also on November 24, communication planet Mercury meets Saturn, both in Sagittarius, offering a wonderful opportunity for you around finances.

Much of late November has you thinking about your resources, but the November 25 Full Moon in Gemini will remind you that you can ask for help from others (or demand that debts will be repaid). While Gemini is a very intellectual energy, it's often seen as being a little shallow; however, this Full Moon will be anything but shallow for you— expect deep emotions to be stirred. Intense, intimate issues will be highlighted for you, Scorpio!

On November 26, more illumination will come your way when realistic, no bullshit planet Saturn squares foggy, dreamy Neptune. A square is a challenging aspect that pushes us to take action. It's time for you to get real, Scorpio, especially concerning your finances and your party life. I don't know whether or not you can actually afford to take all the cabs you've been popping in and out of, but whatever lies you've been living around having fun and being able to afford will need to be faced during this time. Talents you may be wasting due to focusing too much on partying or hooking up will also be up for examination. The best advice I can offer you during a Neptune transit is not to escape— face the situation practically. If you're feeling overwhelmed, connect with someone who you trust. Sometimes an unbiased take on the situation is what's needed to snap out of the BS.

This month is all about you, Scorpio! Take care of yourself, and be honest about your strengths and weaknesses. And, get to bed early— you'll save money on booze, cabs, dates, and likely doctors if you do!