As the wheel of the year turns, we are welcomed into the shadowy depths of Scorpio season (October 23 - November 22). This is a time of profound transformation, emotional depth, and rebirth. Like a snake shedding its skin, Scorpio energy invites us to release the old and embrace the power that comes with letting go. Ruled by water, Scorpio teaches us to swim into the depths of our soul, confronting shadows and healing wounds to emerge anew.

This season whispers that there is nothing to fear in the dark. The power lies in uncovering hidden truths, strengthening emotional resilience, and trusting that every ending holds the seed of a new beginning.

Themes and Energies of Scorpio Season

Scorpio is unapologetically intense, guiding us to confront life’s mysteries with courage and curiosity. It carries energies of:

Release: Let go of what no longer serves your highest good.
Transformation: Work through old patterns and alchemize your experiences into wisdom.
Emotional Depth: Embrace your feelings fully without fear or shame.
Strengthening Boundaries: Protect your energy with discernment.
Power and Rebirth: Explore your inner power and trust the process of renewal.

Scorpio encourages shadow work, introspection, and deep healing. This is the perfect season to close karmic loops, release toxic patterns, and engage in personal alchemy. Let yourself be transformed by the lessons you uncover along the way.

Rituals for Scorpio Season

Here are a few rituals to align with Scorpio's transformative energy and help you dive into the deep waters of your inner world:

1. Shadow Work Journaling

Take time to explore your shadows through journaling. Reflect on areas of your life that bring discomfort or fear, and ask yourself:

What am I ready to release?
How am I being called to transform?

By confronting the parts of yourself that usually remain hidden, you unlock the opportunity for healing and growth.

2. Cord-Cutting Ritual

Use black and white candles and string to perform a simple cord-cutting ritual. Visualize yourself cutting energetic ties with people, habits, or beliefs that no longer support your well-being. This ritual encourages you to release stagnant energy and reclaim your power.

3. Ritual Bath

Run a ritual bath with herbs like mugwort, rose, and eucalyptus. Add crystals like obsidian or smoky quartz to absorb negativity. As you soak, visualize the water drawing away what no longer serves you, leaving you feeling cleansed and renewed.

4. Tarot or Oracle Card Divination

This season is ideal for using tarot or oracle cards to uncover hidden truths. Pull a three-card spread with these questions in mind:

What do I need to release?
What transformation is on the horizon?
What gift will this season offer me?

Tarot Cards Associated with Scorpio Season

Several tarot cards resonate deeply with Scorpio's themes of transformation and emotional depth. Here are a few to work with during this season:

Death (XIII) – A card of endings and beginnings, mirroring Scorpio’s transformative energy. It invites us to embrace change and trust the cycle of life, death, and rebirth.
The Tower (XVI) – Sudden, disruptive change that clears the way for new growth. This card reminds us that transformation isn’t always gentle but is necessary for evolution.
Judgment (XX) – A call to rise from the ashes, this card represents spiritual awakening and the beginning of a new chapter.
Queen of Cups – Emotional mastery and deep compassion, embodying Scorpio’s intuitive and nurturing qualities.

These cards offer powerful insight as you navigate Scorpio season, reminding you that growth often requires surrender and release.

Embracing the Depths of Scorpio Season

Scorpio season offers a profound opportunity for self-discovery and renewal. While the path may feel intense, it leads to healing and liberation. By working with Scorpio’s energy, we can release what no longer serves us and step into our power with clarity and intention.

This is the season to embrace your emotional depth, honor your shadows, and trust that every ending is just the beginning of a new chapter. Through transformation, you can emerge stronger, wiser, and more aligned with your authentic self.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Erin Harker (she/her) is a High Witch who delights in the magic of hearth and hedge. She believes in a world filled with wonder and that there's magic in each of us and everything we do - even our simple, everyday tasks.

Despite working with tarot and witchcraft for over 28 years, she only recently came out of the broom closet when she launched Magick Makers in early 2020.

Based in Durham, North Carolina, this charmed space is a witch shop and community where modern witches and craft-curious folks can inspire and supply their everyday magic. She is also the author of SPELLbook, a seasonal publication and upcoming book, and the fairy godmother behind, Kindred Club.

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