Libra experiences with Scorpio..how do you deal ?

This topic was created in the Libra forum by BalancedBean on Monday, February 3, 2020 and has 8 replies.

Managing Conflicts Between Libra and Scorpio

Libra and Scorpio often clash due to Scorpio's controlling tendencies and Libra's desire for harmony. To improve interactions, set clear boundaries and communicate openly. Focus on understanding Scorpio's motives without letting their manipulation affect you. Maintaining calm and asserting your boundaries can help reduce friction and foster healthier exchanges.

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@BalancedBean
8 Years

I’m a libra (libra Virgo cusp) and I usually have friction with scorpios. They try to manipulate, dominate, control , and invalidate my experience. It’s super obvious and I end up embarrassing them when it gets too much. I have another Scorpio male that every time he ask me a question, he invalidates my response by changing the narrative entirely.

Im to the point where I have no problem embarrassing him because he’s lost all of my respect. I hate embarrassing people though because i get 2nd hand embarrassment even when I’m the cause. Has anyone else found a better solution to handing Scorpios ?

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@DonnaLibra
8 Years1,000+ Posts

I pretty much stay away from them but my Dad is one and I have to deal with him, it's tough. The women are easier imho.

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@jeane
12 Years5,000+ Posts

i like scorps. maybe because i am scorp dominant but i've found the men engaging and the women entertaining. i admire them for their loyalty.

my only advice for a better way to "handle" them is to perhaps change your reaction to them. i mean, invalidate your experience? do you need someone to validate your experience?

stop being so reactionary and you'll stop reacting.

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@BalancedBean
8 Years

Posted by DonnaLibra

I pretty much stay away from them but my Dad is one and I have to deal with him, it's tough. The women are easier imho.

How do you manage ?

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@BalancedBean
8 Years

Posted by jeane

i like scorps. maybe because i am scorp dominant but i've found the men engaging and the women entertaining. i admire them for their loyalty.

my only advice for a better way to "handle" them is to perhaps change your reaction to them. i mean, invalidate your experience? do you need some to validate your experience?

stop being so reactionary and you'll stop reacting.

I don’t need to be asked questions to have them negated. I view that as a waste of my time. So it’s best to ignore any questions they ask?

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@jeane
12 Years5,000+ Posts

Posted by BalancedBean

Posted by jeane

i like scorps. maybe because i am scorp dominant but i've found the men engaging and the women entertaining. i admire them for their loyalty.

my only advice for a better way to "handle" them is to perhaps change your reaction to them. i mean, invalidate your experience? do you need some to validate your experience?

stop being so reactionary and you'll stop reacting.

I don’t need to be asked questions to have them negated. I view that as a waste of my time. So it’s best to ignore any questions they ask?

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change the subject or give a short, indifferent response. ultimately you control how you feel. this person can only irritate you if you allow them to.

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@BalancedBean
8 Years

Posted by jeane

Posted by BalancedBean

Posted by jeane

i like scorps. maybe because i am scorp dominant but i've found the men engaging and the women entertaining. i admire them for their loyalty.

my only advice for a better way to "handle" them is to perhaps change your reaction to them. i mean, invalidate your experience? do you need some to validate your experience?

stop being so reactionary and you'll stop reacting.

I don’t need to be asked questions to have them negated. I view that as a waste of my time. So it’s best to ignore any questions they ask?

change the subject or give a short, indifferent response. ultimately you control how you feel. this person can only irritate you if you allow them to.

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Lol thanks 😊

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@DonnaLibra
8 Years1,000+ Posts

Posted by BalancedBean

Posted by DonnaLibra

I pretty much stay away from them but my Dad is one and I have to deal with him, it's tough. The women are easier imho.

How do you manage ?

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Well he's my Dad so I have to be respectful but sometimes I would like to tell him how it really, really tis; but he'd blow a damn gasket. They want to dominate everything and everybody.