Welcome to Scorpio season! Whether it's your zodiac sign or you just want to embody Scorpio's energy, these are your go-to crystals to work with. 

Scorpio season officially kicks off on October 23 and brings with it the energy of transformation, a time of inward reflection, and a drive to commit to your goals.

With Scorpio's ruling planet, Pluto (and/or Mars depending on who you ask), and its ruling element of water, Scorpios tend to be known for their intensity, passion, confidence, and intuition. This water sign is said to represent both the very best and worst in human nature. So, Scorpios, and everyone else during this season, should focus on finding balance and harmony in all areas of life and work, as well as within. Another common characteristic is that they are protective of their thoughts and feelings. Therefore, they won't reveal much about themselves but are able to intuit much about other people.

Whether you are a Scorpio sun sign or not, the right Scorpio crystals can help you with increasing your creativity or intuition, protecting your own energy or space, or supporting your drive to achieve your goals. Scorpio's personality can be a bit dark and mysterious, making this time perfect for dedicated shadow work before this season wraps up on November 21.

• Citrine
• Malachite
• Amethyst
• Smoky Quartz
• Sodalite
• Obsidian

Creativity, Manifestation, Energy

Citrine, a variety of Quartz, is one of the official Scorpio birthstones. Natural Citrine is a pale, golden yellow color due to trace amounts of iron embedded within it and is extremely rare. Most of the pieces of Citrine you'll find are, in fact, heat-treated Amethyst. You can tell the difference between the two by the darker yellow to orange color of the heat-treated specimens.

This stone derives its name from the French word citron, meaning lemon, a nod to its yellow coloring. This Scorpio crystal has a long history. Records indicate it was used in Greece dating as early as 300 B.C. It was also sought after by the ancient Romans and Egyptians for use in jewelry and as talismans.

Well-known for its powers of manifestation and good fortune, Citrine is considered to be a lucky stone. You can also use this crystal to increase clarity or enhance your creativity. If you find yourself lacking in personal will, try using Citrine to stimulate to your third chakra for a boost.

If you need to harness the energy to achieve a specific goal this season, this is the stone for you. Citrine also works well with others and can be used in tandem with other stones to amplify their energies.

Protection, Creativity, Change

This Scorpio stone is a vivid green with bands of contrasting lighter and darker shades. It is always found near copper ore deposits. Malachite is known to have been mined 6,000 years ago and can be found in massive forms.

It has been used for a wide range of purposes from building materials to, in its powdered form, eye shadow by the Ancient Egyptians, and paint pigments. It was also believed to offer protection against the evil eye.

Malachite's energy helps us take action, giving form to our ideas and plans. Malachite can stimulate the solar plexus chakra and offer a boost in willpower, making it a perfect Scorpio gemstone.

Use it to bolster your ability to resist temptations you'd rather avoid and grow confidence in your own actions. Its energy can also offer protection from both negative emotions and energetics.

Intuition, Peace, Strength

Amethyst is another member of the Quartz family and occurs in a variety of shades and shapes. It can be found in deep shades of purple through pale lilac shades. Deriving its color from different amounts of iron and aluminum.

Its beauty has made Amethyst a popular stone and a prized piece of many rock collections. Many early societies considered Amethyst to be a high-value crystal and it has been found in many royal jewelry collections.

Working with Amethyst can provide support for the energies of the Third Eye chakra and the Crown chakra. This makes Amethyst a great Scorpio gemstone as it can support intuitive work and is conducive to meditation. Allowing you to make the most of any personal reflection work by providing clarity around your experiences.

It is an excellent stone to place throughout your home or work space as it can create a peaceful atmosphere and act as a shield against negative energies. When emotions run high this season, grab a piece to cool that notorious Scorpio temperament.

Grounding, Protection, Release

This Scorpio crystal is Clear Quartz that has been exposed to natural radiation emitted from the surrounding rocks during its formation. This activated the color centers around aluminum impurities within the crystal. It ranges in color from light or dark gray to a distinctive brown shade, which can range from a pale tan to a deeper brown.

If you need to get grounded, this is one of your Scorpio crystals. One of the best crystals for clearing and powerful grounding, it also helps in strengthening your connection to the Earth. If you are looking to work on aligning your root chakra, this is definitely a stone you'll want in your collection.

This stone is known for its ability to absorb and neutralize negative energy. It can also help manifest your dreams, transforming them from intention into reality. If you are looking to amplify grounding properties, it harmonizes well with Obsidian. But be warned, Obsidian is an extremely powerful stone and is best used in small doses.

Truth, Insight, Meditation

Sodalite gets its name from its sodium content and is made up of sodium aluminum silicate chloride. It's mainly found in shades of blue and gray mixed with White Calcite.

Sodalite can be a powerful ally for those with a Scorpio zodiac sign or someone looking to align with Scorpio energy. It can help enhance your intuition and give you more confidence in your inner knowing, helping you to connect with your spiritual self. Sodalite can help soothe emotional stress by allowing you to detach from your current worries while pushing you to attain a higher perspective on all matters.

Protection, Grounding, Cleansing

Obsidian is volcanic glass, formed from volcanic lava that has quickly cooled. It gains its black color from iron and magnesium. Because it can be cut and shaped to create razor-sharp edges, Obsidian has been used to make tools for many years, including knives, arrowheads, and spears. It has also been used for metaphysical items, including scrying mirrors.

When you think of Scorpio energy, Obsidian has many of the same traits. It is a mysterious stone that is useful during any healing process. It can be worn or carried for protection, helping to deflect any draining or negative energies or projections from others. It can also help to illuminate any of your negative thought patterns or habits. 

This Scorpio stone is great for grounding exercises as it is aligned with the energy of the root chakra. Other uses for Obsidian include releasing any unwanted attachments or further connecting with your self-awareness. A tip from our staff: We suggest working with Obsidian in small doses due to its powerful and sometimes overwhelming energy.

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