Aries Dating a Scorpio What You need to know

Challenging but Passionate As any fifth grade science student knows, fire and water don’t mix. One extinguishes the other. But if we look at the internal chemistry of these two signs, this combination can usher in a relationship fueled by passion, adventure and unparalleled excitement. But Aries, there are some caveats to all this. 

You, as a cardinal fire sign, tend to be all over the place in terms of your interests, creative pursuits and passions. As a fearless pioneer who lives like the Star Trek motto, you’re terrific at initiating things. But you’re not great at following things through and finishing them. You’re outgoing and social and can work a room full of strangers with the ease of a politician. Scorpio, as a fixed water sign, tends to be more focused, finishes what he or she starts and delves much more deeply than you do. Let’s take a closer look at how you can make this relationship work.

What You Need to Know 

Your heart and soul are forever perched at the tip of your tongue. You open your mouth and out they tumble. It’s how you are. But Scorpio is your opposite in this sense; so don’t ever expect this sign to reciprocate. Scorpio will listen. This sign is a great listener who mulls over all the information you have provided, all your stories and triumphs and defeats. But Scorpio won’t confide in you until he or she is ready. Don’t push or rush Scorpio. Don’t get irritable. Go with the flow, Aries. Follow Scorpio’s lead. Focus on the passions you share, whatever they are. One of those shared passions may be physical activity. Rock climbing? Check. Hiking? Check. Whitewater rafting? Check. Climbing Kilimanjaro? Check. Sex? Double check. You get the idea. Find the places where your interests intersect. Then follow the Dale Carnegie big three: don’t criticize, condemn or complain. When you’re feeling restless and out of sorts, you rush around like it’s your last day on the planet and you simply must accomplish everything you set out to do when you woke at 7:00 a.m. But it’s not your last day, and everyone around you ends up feeling rushed and exhausted in your presence. If you do this with Scorpio, he or she will be long gone before the day ends.

Let's break down what's happening in each panel based on these elemental qualities.

1. The Water Signs: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces

• Element: Water

• Keywords: Emotional, Intuitive, Sensitive, Deep, Psychic

• What's happening in the image: The Water signs are depicted as a cluster of intense emotions.

• Scorpio: Is shown as angry, intense, and confrontational. This plays on Scorpio's reputation for being passionate, powerful, and fiercely protective. They are not afraid of the darker aspects of life and can have a formidable temper when provoked.

• Pisces: Looks overwhelmed, dreamy, and sensitive. This perfectly captures the Piscean archetype of being highly empathetic, imaginative, and sometimes prone to getting lost in their feelings or escaping reality.

• Cancer: Is hiding and looks shy or scared. This represents Cancer's nurturing but self-protective nature. Like their symbol, the Crab, they have a hard outer shell to protect their soft, vulnerable interior and will retreat when they feel threatened.

Here's what it means to have a Scorpio Moon placement:

Core Emotional Nature: All or Nothing

A person with a Scorpio Moon does not experience emotions lightly. Everything is felt with profound depth and intensity.

• Emotional Intensity: Their feelings run incredibly deep. Love is consuming, anger is volcanic, and loyalty is absolute. There are no half-measures. This intensity can be a great source of strength but can also be overwhelming for them and for others.

• Need for Privacy: Scorpio Moons are incredibly private and secretive about their true feelings. They guard their vulnerability fiercely, fearing betrayal and emotional exposure more than anything. You may know them for years and never see the full depth of their inner world.

• Craving for Soulful Connection: Superficial relationships do not satisfy them. They need deep, transformative, and authentic emotional bonds. They want to merge with another person on a soul level and understand their deepest secrets and motivations.

Strengths of a Scorpio Moon

This placement, while challenging, bestows incredible gifts.

• Unwavering Loyalty: Once a Scorpio Moon trusts you and commits to you, their loyalty is for life. They will defend and protect their loved ones with a ferocity that is unmatched.

• Incredible Resilience: Scorpio is the sign of the phoenix rising from the ashes. These individuals have an immense capacity to endure emotional hardship, trauma, and crisis, and to transform themselves through these experiences, emerging stronger than before.

• Piercing Intuition: They have a built-in lie detector. They can instinctively sense what is hidden beneath the surface, reading emotional undercurrents, hidden motives, and secrets with uncanny accuracy. This makes them natural psychologists and detectives.

• Passionate and Magnetic: There is a powerful, magnetic charisma to them. Their emotional depth is palpable and can be incredibly attractive to others who seek genuine connection.

Challenges of a Scorpio Moon

The intensity of this placement comes with its share of difficulties.

• Trust Issues and Suspicion: Because betrayal is their greatest fear, they can be naturally suspicious and may "test" people before letting them in. It takes a long time for them to build trust.

• Holding Grudges: Forgiveness does not come easily. When hurt, a Scorpio Moon can hold onto the pain and resentment for a very long time. The sting of betrayal is felt deeply and is not easily forgotten.

• Possessiveness and Jealousy: Their all-or-nothing approach to love can sometimes manifest as possessiveness or jealousy. This stems from a deep fear of losing the profound connection they have built.

• The Moon in "Fall": In traditional astrology, the Moon is considered to be in its "Fall" in Scorpio. This means the planet is in a sign that is antithetical to its nature. The Moon seeks comfort, security, and gentle nurturing. Scorpio is the sign of crisis, intensity, and transformation. This creates an inner tension where the individual may feel perpetually on edge, unable to find simple peace, and may even unconsciously seek out emotional drama to feel alive.

What a Scorpio Moon Individual Needs

To feel emotionally secure and happy, a Scorpio Moon needs:

• Absolute Trust and Honesty: Lies and secrets (other than their own) will destroy their sense of safety.

• Deep Emotional Intimacy: They need to know they can share their darkest, most vulnerable parts with someone without being judged or abandoned.

• Healthy Outlets for Intensity: They must find constructive ways to channel their powerful emotions, such as through a passionate career, intense creative hobbies, physical exercise, or deep research.

2. The Earth Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn

• Element: Earth

• Keywords: Grounded, Practical, Stable, Sensual, Material

• What's happening in the image: The Earth signs are shown in a relatively calm, grounded interaction.

  • Taurus: Is being pampered and seems to be enjoying a moment of sensual pleasure. This aligns with Taurus's love for comfort, luxury, good food, and all things that appeal to the five senses. They are patient and placid.

  • Virgo: Is the one doing the pampering or perhaps cleaning/fixing something on Taurus. This captures Virgo's service-oriented, detail-focused, and perfectionist nature. They often show care through practical acts.

  • Capricorn: Is looking on with a calm, almost amused expression. This reflects Capricorn's mature, disciplined, and often stoic demeanor. They are the steady ambition of the zodiac, observing and planning with patience.

3. The Fire Signs: Aries, Sagittarius, Leo

• Element: Fire

• Keywords: Passionate, Energetic, Enthusiastic, Impulsive, Ego-driven

• What's happening in the image: The Fire signs are a burst of dynamic and dramatic energy.

  • Aries: Looks impatient and annoyed. As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries is all about action, immediacy, and initiative. They are known for their short fuses and dislike of waiting around.

  • Leo: Is laid out dramatically, demanding to be the center of attention. This is a classic portrayal of Leo's theatrical, proud, and charismatic nature. They are ruled by the Sun (the center of the solar system) and love to shine.

  • Sagittarius: Seems to be stuck in the middle of the chaos with a look of distress. This can represent Sagittarius's sometimes clumsy or tactless nature, getting into predicaments through their boundless (and sometimes reckless) enthusiasm and quest for adventure.

4. The Air Signs: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius

• Element: Air

• Keywords: Intellectual, Communicative, Social, Analytical, Detached

• What's happening in the image: The Air signs are depicted as a chaotic, social, and mentally-stimulated pile.

  • Gemini: Is on top, being mischievous and provocative. This perfectly illustrates the Gemini archetype of the witty, curious, and playful trickster. They love communication, ideas, and a bit of chaos to keep things interesting.

  • Aquarius: Is in the middle, looking quirky and going along with the madness. This speaks to the Aquarian spirit of being unconventional, intellectual, and group-oriented, often with a unique and eccentric approach to life.

  • Libra: Is at the bottom, looking happy and social. Libra is the sign of relationships and social harmony. They are often the social glue, even in a chaotic pile like this, finding balance and connection in the interaction.

In short, the image cleverly uses exaggerated cartoons to represent the core essence of each zodiac sign through the lens of its shared element. It’s a fun caricature of how these energies might interact!