Out of the 12 signs of the zodiac, Scorpio is the most fiercely determined and the one who will never give up or give in. They put themselves to the test on many occasions throughout their life and are always attracting and facing dramas that cause an overtaxing of their mental and physical qualities. They are very good at ferreting out certain secretive information and are excellent intuitive thinkers. Scorpio is specifically related to sex, so the exploitation of this as a theme, overtly, covertly or symbolically, can work well for many Scorpio people. Sex has always been a money-spinner in advertising and Scorpios are great innovators when it comes to getting the message across. Scorpios love excitement and are full of daring; this is why they enjoy doing anything that presents great challenge. The greater the pressure, the greater the determination is for Scorpio; they find stress a part of their everyday adventures and in most cases thrive on it. Scorpio people have good leadership qualities; they are determined, persistent and wilful, and like to be in control of the situation at hand. They can accept discipline and direction from others, providing it is fairly administered, otherwise all hell can break loose and Scorpio's flag of social justice will fly with a vengeance. Scorpios are extremely selective with friendships; however, when you make a Scorpio friendship, you have him or her for life. Scorpios are very protective of those they love.

The Scorpio person is known as the sexpot of the zodiac, an eternally intriguing creature who will either fascinate or frighten every emotional relationship they enter into. Scorpios are really sexy pussycats, either a Tom or a Girl, with a hot body and a cool mind. They can be magnetic, lusty and endowed with mysterious romantic powers, and they can devastate with a look or revitalise with lots of healing energy. Scorpios can be passionate, intense, vindictive and an all-or-nothing extremist. They can be very loyal souls and will choose their commitments carefully. They can be very secretive, born detectives and quite possessive of a lover. Woe and behold any partner they are involved with who jumps the fence for a bit of sex elsewhere; Scorpios would almost castrate him or weld a locked chastity belt on her when they find out.

Scorpios can use passionate sex to control their lover and they like to dominate as well. Sexual lust is always a part of their makeup, for they are very physical and warm people. However, they also have the capacity to turn it off when they need to. The Scorpio woman is like Scarlet O'Hara. ‘All's fair in love and war' is her motto and she can be turned on with kinky sex aids, erotic sculptures and sexy music. Her ideal lover would have a combination of John Travolta, Charles Bronson, James Bond and Ben Affleck. A Scorpio man's ideal lover needs to be a classy type of woman with a mixture of Marilyn Monroe, Nicole Kidman, Demi Moore and Grace Kelly. Scorpios are very ambitious and will endeavour to push their partner along at the same time. They attract to the opposite sex like a magnet and, throughout their life, they will always encounter dramas and intense experiences with their love life.

Scorpio's destiny is split into two phases. The first one will be hard, with much work and many limitations, a difficult beginning. But all of this will strengthen their resolve in time. The second phase will be that of achievement and professional success; this will come around the middle of their lives. Scorpios will have the patience and perseverance needed to secure everything they want. They will combine their ambitions with an altruistic and noble vision. They look for important jobs with authority, while remaining humble. They have a deep sense of justice through the many situations and changes in their lives. Scorpios will have professional prestige and will involve themselves in activities where they have authority.

Many people will love them and many will secretly envy them. Their career choice may be one of the following professions or a combination of several: entrepreneur, educator, builder, artist, musician, clothes or furniture designer, doctor, movie or theatre director, member of the military, claims adjuster, archaeologist, cemetery coordinator, credit manager, criminologist, detective, diver, marine biologist, garbage collector, security guard, insurance broker, counsellor, horticulturist, farmer, miner, tax consultant, printer, butcher, astrologer, scientist, journalist, distiller, researcher, secretary, travel consultant, public relations expert or sales representative, or any other activity providing management positions. Any career that offers challenge, danger and excitement will attract Scorpios.

Danger and adventure are like a honey pot to the Scorpio person. The idea of something being impossible to achieve is inconceivable for Scorpio people. Being a secretive Water Sign, any career that involves working with fluids, especially the hospitality industry, will attract many. Many Scorpios enjoy the rural areas, and anything that has a beginning and end will attract them, such as farming, the fishing industry, funeral directing and the medical industry. Scorpios are known for exploring things and this is why they attract to anything to do with the unknown, like astrology, astronomy, botany, clairvoyance, private investigations, psychiatry, gossip reporting, industrial chemistry, inventions, or any other occupation that involves unravelling hidden, secret or unknown facts.

The Scorpio woman is an intriguing individual with a magnetic personality. Her intuition is strong and she has an obsession with power as a means of getting what she needs and wants. Persistence, determination and wilfulness are her middle name, and she usually gets exactly what she wants. She has an extremist attitude: all or nothing. She loves her privacy and she also demands secrecy, especially in matters of the heart. Scorpio women are very complex individuals. There is always a drama in their lives, especially on the emotional side. They are known for the passionate, lusty, sexual side of their personality; they hunger for love and affection and can become possessive of their partners. Glowing with intensity, they step up to a challenge with glee. If someone crosses them their intensity turns to revenge and they can become extremely vindictive. Scorpio women have a compulsive side to their personality; when they want something it has to be yesterday. They are the most self-sufficient, confident women in the zodiac, handling extreme situations with ease. They were born to win. Their psychic powers assist them in difficulty and they can size up an opponent very quickly.

Many Scorpio women have to let off steam occasionally and, in an argument, they tend to go all the way, even to the point of thinking they are right when their error is obvious. Stubbornness is something they are born with. They will dig in their heels and even sacrifice something they love to ensure they win the battle. Scorpio women are very loyal and usually choose their partners carefully. Once they meet their perfect match they will do everything to keep the relationship together. They are very selective with their friendships, too, preferring a small circle of friends with whom they stay close for many years. They are generally curious and adventurous, always interested in new things and very competitive in everything they take up seriously. To sum up, the Scorpio woman is combative, secretive, self-indulgent, possessive, unusual, self-destructive and a prime mover of destiny.

The Scorpio man is deep, enigmatic, reserved and even secretive. People do not make friends with him easily. It takes time for this man to feel comfortable with someone. He is very reserved and refuses to lower his personal barriers and open up to reveal his inner-self. He is a man with strong feelings and convictions, and has courage, determination, fortitude and staying power. You will admire his stubborn strength of character and the drive and personal resources he displays when he is highly motivated or is dealing with a major challenge. The Scorpio nature is enthusiastic and ambitious; if Scorpio men set their sights on a target or goal they will follow through resolutely. Their willpower is incredible when it comes to achieving objectives or dropping a habit. People respect and honour this trait. Feeling strongly about an issue, the Scorpio man will not usually be open to alternative arguments. His tongue can be sarcastic and cutting. There may be times when his biting response wounds others deeply. Scorpio men do not quickly forgive and forget a hurt, and are apt to get even when their opposition least expects it. They can retaliate without blinking an eye. They can also be very pushy and controlling at times and have a tendency to goad others a little too much. The home and family will be a source of great joy to Scorpio men, for they have deep, loving family ties and like building a settled, comfortable, secure home.

The Scorpio mind is astute, investigative, perceptive and intuitive, and can make mincemeat out of difficult decisions or complex problems and issues. Having come to a decision, Scorpios draw a conclusion and stand firmly by it. They are very perceptive and often offer others insights that are truly outstanding and beneficial in a philosophical way. Scorpio men are particularly virile, passionate and sexy. The sensual intensity and power in their expressions will generate a torrid, tempestuous ardour that the opposite sex finds searing, excitingly explosive and engulfing. They can be jealous, possessive and suspicious, however. Consequently it is always important to build a relationship of trust with a Scorpio man. He will put so much of himself into achieving his goals that saving money gives him pleasure, but he can also spend extravagantly and be generous to others. Scorpio men love sport, art and music; many have a special talent or a genuine appreciation for anything unusual. Never upset a Scorpio man or be disloyal to him, or he will never trust you again. Scorpios have no respect for wimps or those they consider wimps. They are also irritated by constant change.

This year of 2008 will be one of your most decisive turning points in your destiny. With two major eclipses influencing your sign in February and August, this year you will encounter extreme changes, especially in your personal life, partnerships, finances, career, worldly ambitions, travel and your overall communication with others. You have now come to the point of no return and your forward thinking will guide you well over the next two years as Saturn the planet of stability, caution and responsibility in Virgo, links favourably with your sun sign. It is also a big year for you as the lucky planet Jupiter transits the sign of Capricorn links nicely with your sign and you will achieve your chosen goals and gain recognition for your past efforts.   You may consider doing something very different with your learning and if you are contemplating higher education, training or improving your skills and lifestyle, you will go through a cycle of re-organizing your chosen plans. Pluto, the planet of major changes, determination and rebuilding, can prove to be a beneficial influence to you all year especially if you want to make money and improve your material security as it pokes it’s nose into Capricorn for a few months this year. You can expect greater responsibility and recognition for your efforts and throughout 2008 you do not appear to have a pile of insurmountable obstacles to overcome, the tide of time will be kind to you for most of this cycle.

Now that Uranus, planet of disruptiveness and the sudden and unexpected is full steam ahead transiting the zodiac sign of Pisces, expect to clear away many of those limitations, personal and private issues that have been on your mind for sometime. You seem to be taking a more philosophical view about life for a change and you will not be so stubborn and dogmatic throughout this year. The next twelve months will see a variety of interest in matters of speculation, social activities, outdoors interests, parties, celebrations, reunions, sport, stocks and bonds, gambling, romance and children. If you are single, you may decide to settle down this year, marry and start a family. If you are already married with children, their future development will be important to you and you will give them all the encouragement and assistance you can. A few day-to-day pressures will be seen especially in the months of January, February, June, July and October, but nothing that appears to be too troublesome for you. The most important months on the financial side of 2008 will be from August to December. Your ruling planet Pluto will transit your sector of incomes and expenditure during this year and you will be motivated to make as much money as you can during these months. You will also need to be extra careful with your impulsive nature during this cycle, as you will have a tendency to bite off more than you can chew and your expenses could also be great. Mars may influence a degree of uncertainty or insecurity from time to time in 2008 as far as your present employment or business opportunities are concerned and you may decide to move on to new pastures, commence a business of your own or retire.

During the first six months of this year, your desire to make something of yourself will be great and with a little help from a positive Jupiter/Uranus combination during this cycle many of your immediate hopes; wishes and desires can be achieved, as new opportunities come your way. With Jupiter making a positive link with Uranus, gains can be made through businesses connected with the agriculture, real estate, land, investment, speculation, telecommunications, transport, or mining equipment. In January and February, Mars will speed through Gemini and your financial goals may be thrown out of proportion, so tighten your budget and don’t spend, otherwise trouble could brew. However this is a busy time for negotiation regarding salaries, wages, expenses, contacts, bonus issues and commissions, concerning a job, project, travel, worldly goals and achievements. If you have encountered delays or difficulties in the past, they can now be overcome and a greater stamina will be felt within you to win over any opposition that comes your way. Long distance travel is likely this year and you may also have an opportunity to address a large group of people at a seminar, or conference, where you would receive recognition for your efforts.

You may be offered an important proposition throughout 2008, as this is a year that favours the realization of your goals. Partnership matters will be important to you throughout 2008 and you may decide to invest time and money into a joint venture. This year influences a lucky windfall, a substantial salary increase or the buying or selling of goods and services with large profits. You may also expand your interests through family connections. From September to December, your attitude to material and emotional security will be a priority and you may find yourself reviewing your estate, putting your affairs in order, making a new will, or increasing your personal insurance or superannuation contributions. Venus and Mars will dominate the sign of Libra and your own sign during October and November and this will bring an increasing status for those self-employed, or those wishing to venture out on their own, or you may reach a peak of success with examinations and diplomas through higher education. If you work in large enterprises, you could be promoted to a managerial level and your personal fortunes increased as a result. For those who have been putting up with a turmoil time in your home affairs during the past few years, then this is where you will cast away those emotional burdens that have cause you past problems once and for all.

During the later part of this year, it could be an emotionally charged time for some; separation, divorce or an ending to a particular situation could follow in its wake. If you are awaiting a favourable legal settlement or a delayed inheritance, this is the year you will receive it. You may have to make some extra ordinary changes in 2008; however, the changes in the long run will be good ones. Fortunately, the general planetary influences this year could help overcome any problems created by the eclipses and make this a socially enjoyable period for all Scorpio’s It will also be a favourable time for students, who will achieve good results at the end-of-year examinations. Scorpio’s generally will be more attractive to challenge and opportunity during this next 12 months. The year closes on a happy note for the young and old so be prepared for many sudden and unexpected surprises that will be in store throughout 2008.

With Saturn in transit through Virgo, in your sector of friendships, don’t be at all surprised if you lean towards more mature type of relationships in 2008 and your emotional drives may begin change. Uranus in Pisces may also cause you some emotional or sexual stimulation that you have not experienced for some time, or you may find you have some limitations that cause you concern between your partner and yourself. This may include abstinence, impotence or frigidity in extreme cases, or a general lack of sexual and emotional fulfilment. Critical judgments of yourself or others can also inhibit your sexual performance. Issues outside of the bedroom, such as emotional power, dominance, and restriction, may also affect emotional and sexual interchanges. Limitations may also occur for a variety of reasons, stress, your partner's absence through work, or your partner's ill health, or an inability to function well is most notable. With Venus, Mars, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto clashing in the months of April, May, June, August, October and November, for a few, love and sex will be less enjoyable , especially if it is rushed, occurring in inconvenient locations, or under stressful circumstances. This is especially true for those who are involved in an extramarital affair that is getting nowhere. If you cannot fully relate to your partner or friend, you may view the act more as a responsibility than a pleasure. You ma have a moral dilemma in which you feel pulled between sexual attractions and the criticisms of others are also possible.

If you are a closet lover, you may feel pulled between a strong (and obvious to others) attraction to someone you see routinely and the desire to keep your life-style and feelings private.  You definitely don’t want to be the centre of attention and yet, you’re so vivacious and amiable you attract people to you, this may includes a new love interest. Sex and its psychological, sociological, medical and spiritual implication are likely to be a topic of major interest at this time and you may consult a professional for emotional advice. You may also be conducive to very deep thinking, even including thoughts about your own and loved ones’ security this year. If you really want to let your emotions go with someone this year, then don’t hesitate, as it will be reciprocated by the opposite sex, especially when Mars enters your own sign in October. When Venus connects with Mars in the months of March, April, June and September your interest in the opposite sex is likely to grow and you may become involved in with a new partner, or renew an old one. Unexpected emotional changes will occur this year due to the eclipses effect to your horoscope. If you’re looking for excitement and are very impatient with routine emotional and sexual expression, then you will engage a new relationship throughout 2008 that will probably be exciting, though it is unlikely to be too secure.

Be practical, some Scorpio’s may have a great desire to be impulsive and daring to explore new territory. Throughout this year if you’re feeling insecure within yourself and if you are able to give and receive on an equal emotional level, then you have nothing to worry about. For singles, the desire for romantic fulfilment will be strong, partnerships thrive through greater understanding, especially from June to December and you will be more aware and in touch with your emotions than usual, in fact if you’re not careful they can get out of hand. From October 5 until November 16, Mars will transit Scorpio and this could influence a secretive new romantic beginning that will attract you and you may have to deal with areas of your past that you’d rather not face, but doing so will make you stronger than ever. Overall throughout 2008 your personal relationships with others will run reasonably smoothly and increased happiness is assured, providing you compromise and use a little patience. An abundance of good things can be expected during this year, as new romantic opportunities pour in from all directions and especially during the later month of 2008 when your emotional and sexual drives increase. Singles will consider marriage, or settle down and raise a family.

With Saturn, planet of fiscal policy, responsibility and heavy going, slowly in transit through Virgo and mirroring your sector of speculation, investment, entertainment and good times, you may have to put the brakes on your social life and concentrate on your career, worldly goals and recognition. Throughout 2008 you will encounter from time to time, petty annoyances will be common either in your business or with your work and daily routine. Therefore you must carefully consider your purposes, direction and actions especially during the first six months of this year. Be ready with an alternate plan when matters do not progress the way you want them too. Uncertainty and confusion seem to go hand in hand and it will be easy for others to misinterpret your actions when your direction is not clear and your plans nonexistent. It is also easy for you to stray from your original career purpose if your goals are not clearly defined.

Care should be exercised throughout the year, especially in the months of March, April, May, June and July, what you originally set out to do may never materialize, or you may wish to take an alternative route to achieve work satisfaction. You may be shocked when you realize how you have drifted from your own sense of purpose and career direction, or your original plans don’t seem to be going the way you want them too. Use objective feedback from others and keep yourself well grounded and focused on your business or career goals throughout this year to avoid any flaws. Fortunately, lucky Jupiter in Capricorn throughout 2008 will certainly assist you with all communication matters if you wish to make new beginnings, or alter your present course. Business dealings, career changes and achievements imply an easy flow of opportunity and advancement in the career arena after July 18, 2008. The harder you have worked for your success in the past, the greater the opportunity for advancement during this yearly cycle. If you have done little to foster your own success in the past, you may still advance, but if so, you are more likely to be at the beginning of a professional climb and will not be able to go as far as those who have put in loads of effort and are better prepared. Regardless of your position, the chance for advancement this year can materialize with a lot of hard work on your part. This is a year when most career manoeuvres can be accomplished reasonably easily, however you may have to use much discipline and perhaps a little sacrifice to acquire that new job, you could also be at the right place at the right time. If you are self-employed or in a position where the development of a clientele is important, you will most likely find that, by the end of this year, you no longer need to search out clients; they come to you of their own accord.

If you own a business, you may expand your operations into new areas, open a new branch office, relocate the factory, or seek a more beneficial working environment. Your financial situation should improve greatly during the months of January, May, June, July, October and November. If you are intent on staying with a chosen profession or job, you can enhance your present position by seeking in-office opportunities for advancement or options to improve your daily procedures. If you have performed well in the past, you can expect to be promoted. Transfers and travels to new locations, even overseas, are possible if they are self-initiated and welcomed. Past or future educational goals can play a role in governing your options as well. Educational benefits, conferences, meetings or on-the-job training opportunities could be made available to you and you should not hesitate to accept them. In the best possible scenario, the career becomes a point of stability and success in your life pattern for the year. If you are unhappy with your present position, this is an excellent year to change jobs or careers and go for the big dollars, don’t undersell your abilities.  Be careful this year, you may be so impatient advancing your interests that you may skip over necessary steps or compromise your own business ethics. Advancement may require that you maintain jovial relationships with authority figures, bosses and superiors.

If you feel a little stressed, run down or bored this year, then pull the plug and take a break to somewhere different and enjoy yourself, as you will not only enjoy the break away, but you will return feeling very rejuvenated. Jupiter will transit Capricorn, your sector of communication, new contacts, negotiations, short and long distant travel and legal issues for the whole year. Keep all personal matter to yourself and do not discuss anything to others that could have personal or legal connotations. Be extra careful of sudden events that are clearly the result of past actions, impulsive behaviour, upsets and difficulties. Important changes in these areas can be expected that will benefit your future security. A steady boost in your financial situation can also be expected throughout 2008, your income appears to increase due to settlements, contracts and being more aware of your financial security. During this year, with a strong Pluto pull into Capricorn from late January to mid June and in December, you will learn to handle large amounts of money more responsibly, whilst maintaining tight control over expenses. All major purchases can be well thought out in advance, with allocations for specific expenses. With Saturn in transit through Virgo, you may do your sums and decide to borrow a large sum of money from a bank for an expensive purchase such as a car or house.

If you normally share finances with someone else or receive money through investments or a second job, this can be a year when these other forms of income outside of your own earning power increase. If you are married or in a joint partnership, your partner may also enjoy a boost in earning power, or receive some form of financial gain that will supplement yours and you may decide to start a new investment portfolio together.  Fortunately, no major planetary aspects appear to drag you down financially this year and in the months of January, May, June, October and November, sudden or unexpected income opportunities and a slice of good fortune may come your way. During 2008, you may receive a new contract, career position, an inheritance; windfall, settlement, salary increase or you may be in for a happy surprise through some form of financial negotiation or assistance from bankers or those associated in the financial area, who can assist you with a special project for a business venture.

It will be important for you to engage in physical activity and exercise throughout 2008 as a way of channelling your energies and emotions, to alleviate stress. To preserve good health, you must consider the following: eat a moderate diet with little seasoning; drink freshly squeezed fruit juices and plenty of fresh water; avoid excessive alcoholic beverages and smoking; perform respiratory and relaxation exercises before sleeping; control aggressiveness and anger; practice energetic and competitive sports; keep an eye on your personal hygiene; seek contact with nature especially with lakes and beaches, avoid excessive red meat and coffee and eat foods high in fibre that help in the elimination of body residues; learn mind-control exercises that help you channel your powerful thoughts in a positive and constructive manner.

With Saturn in Virgo, this astrological position can cause stomach disorders, worry and stress, that can result in a body run down in the winter months causing, colds and flu, chronic bronchitis, pneumonia or pulmonary congestion. You may also find with Uranus in Pisces, feet, veins and circulation could be a problem. Inflammatory conditions, burns, bumps, bangs and little nuisance accidents may also occur periodically throughout this year. Difficulties can arise in your nervous system because of the lack of calcium and manganese. Your short term health problems may be caused by the lack of: amino acids or other bodily acids (such as hydrochloric acid), adrenalin, vitamin B-12, vitamin F, cobalt, iron or phosphorous. This could cause neuralgia, insomnia, high fevers, headaches, vertigo, eye problems, toothaches, abscesses and muscular pain. It is recommended that you improve your diet with foods that offer vitamin B. It is recommended that you avoid consuming too many sweets, carbonated drinks, ice cream, cream-filled pastries or anything that can lead to an excess of sugar; in its place, you must learn to eat fresh fruit in season. Be extra careful throughout 2008, you may have problems related to infections, inflammations, haemorrhages, fractures, bruises, pains and muscular contractions. Have regular medical checks regarding bowel and bladder areas.