Scorpio, November 2016

The Sun in Scorpio connects with power planet Pluto in Capricorn on November 7, which will bring exciting news and conversations. Someone could get you a fantastic hook-up at this time, or get you on a VIP list (which is exactly where you belong, Scorpio!).

On November 9, warrior Mars enters chill Air sign Aquarius, the sign of friendship and community. Can combative, aggressive Mars get anything done in intellectual, friendly Aquarius? While Mars might prefer being in an intense sign like Aries (or you, Scorpio!), Mars in inventive Aquarius will help us strategize and get focused. You'll especially feel energized to work things out at home—whether that means cleaning up your space energetically, hashing things out with roommates or family, or working out an issue around moving. On November 15, chatty Mercury in Sagittarius will connect with Mars in Aquarius, which will help you strategize many of the issues you're working with at home or around security in general.

Sweet Venus enters serious Earth sign Capricorn on November 11. If there were any such thing as "pantsuit season," Venus in Capricorn time would be it. Venus is the planet of love, beauty, style, money, and harmony, and in Capricorn, the vibe is all business. Communicating your needs and values will be huge during this time, Scorpio. You know your worth, and it's time that the rest of the world did, too.

The next day, Mercury also shifts signs, entering loudmouth Sagittarius. Talk will begin to pick up concerning money—and this noise will get louder as the month goes on, thanks to the Sun entering Sagittarius on November 21 as well as the new moon in Sag, but we'll get to that later. Before we talk about cash, let's discuss love!

Your relationships (all of them—the romantic ones and the other kinds, too) will be a major focus mid-month, thanks to the full moon in sensual Earth sign Taurus on November 14. As I'm sure you already know, full moons are nuts. The Moon symbolizes emotion, and when it's full, you can't really hold in those feelings—everything comes to the surface.

You're all about going deep and unraveling mysteries; however, Taurus, the sign opposite you on the zodiac wheel, is way more zen and able to stay in the moment. Spiritually, you seek to transcend the veil between life and death, while Taurus seeks to savor life and achieve contentment in the here and now. I'm not trying to get all philosophical, but basically, little scorpion, you might find that during this full moon, you're trying super hard to get deep with someone, while they're trying to just be chill. Find balance and compromise with your partners instead of taking offense if they seem aloof. Maybe they aren't as deep as you—or as ready to plunge into the underworld. By sharing your strengths, respecting boundaries, and being honest, you'll be able to build some fantastic partnerships!

One of the most intense days this month will be November 25, when Venus meets Pluto. Pluto is the lord of the underworld, so when sexy, sweet Venus meets with it, the vibe is very intense: Just the way you like it. This is a very powerful time around desire, and important conversations about Venusian stuff like money, sex, and intimacy will be buzzing around you.

Pluto's energy can be very overwhelming, but it can also imbue us with confidence. Venus's strut is seductive as hell when Pluto's influence is in the air, but there can also be obsessive vibes to contend with. People will be in the mood to go to extremes. You might feel like telling your lover that they can either come over and spend a hot, passionate evening with you, sharing secrets and making blood oaths to each other—or they can fuck off and never, ever talk to you again. The vibe is intense, and Pluto will encourage Venus to lurk in the shadows.

November 24 is definitely a day to circle in your calendar, Scorpio. Jupiter in Libra will clash with Pluto in Capricorn. Remember how Pluto loves to lurk in the shadows? Well, Jupiter loves to exaggerate and overdo, so watch out for major shadiness and creepiness. Of course, knowing you, Scorpio, you will find this fun and interesting. You can't pass an abandoned building or cemetery without wanting to check it out. Even though you're so smart and intuitive, you would definitely be the first to get slashed in a horror movie.

The plus side of this combination? Jupiter is the planet of luck and abundance; when it clashes Pluto, the planet of death and rebirth, you might finally find the inspiration for the psychological/spiritual/emotional makeover you've been needing. You'll be ready to drop the baggage you've been holding onto. On a philosophical level, this will be an interesting time for you to revaluate your beliefs. Also: Have you been living up to your standards? Jovial Jupiter and power planet Pluto are here to help you figure that out—even though it might not be totally comfortable!

The month closes with some new moon vibes on November 29! The new moon in Sagittarius will activate the sector of your chart that rules your finances. This is a wonderful time to let go of bad spending habits or negative beliefs about money, material things, and also your self-worth. This is also a wonderful time to cast a spell to pull more money in or to do something more practical, like reading a book about budgeting.

Sagittarius is one of the most optimistic signs in the zodiac. Are you optimistic, Scorpio? It depends on your mood. As a Water sign, you can be very nostalgic—and it's hard to be optimistic about the future when you're holding on to the past. But you are the sign of death and rebirth, so you do know that moving on is important. Your level of optimism truly depends on how open you are to transformation. As the Sun travels through fiery Sagittarius, trust that everything is going to be okay. Let the changes that need to take place happen. Like I said, this new moon stimulates the financial sector of your chart, so these changes could be good for your bank account. And more money has never disappointed any Scorpio—ever. See you next month!