Scorpio,
The fixed water sign,
Is synonymous with depth,
Introspection and transformation.
It invites us to navigate through the shadowy recesses of the soul,
Unearthing secrets,
Buried emotions and latent potential.
It beckons us to confront the uncomfortable,
To transform and to rebirth ourselves in profound ways.
In this active imagination exercise,
We will engage directly with the wisdom of Scorpio,
Challenging ourselves to face deep-seated truths and acknowledge the capacity for our own regeneration.
So first just finding a quiet place and getting comfortable,
Whether seated or lying down.
Close your eyes and take a couple of deep breaths.
As you do,
Just allowing the mind and the body to relax.
Just keeping your attention on the sensation of the breath for now.
If at any point you get distracted,
Simply bring the attention back to the exercise.
Now,
Imagine yourself descending into a landscape that you associate with depth.
It could be an ocean,
A cavern,
A long staircase,
Or any other meaningful space.
Trust whatever image appears from your unconscious mind.
Take some time to absorb this environment.
Notice what is around you.
In this inner realm,
You meet a guardian.
This is a being that embodies the wisdom of Scorpio.
This entity may manifest in any form,
As some kind of mythical creature,
A wise elder,
Or some kind of spiritual being.
A wise elder or something else entirely.
Observe its various features and take notes of how you feel in its presence.
You're going to engage the guardian in conversation.
Seeking to understand why its presence and what you are meant to acknowledge or confront within yourself.
You're going to ask the guardian some questions.
Simply state the question each time and see how the guardian responds.
Ask the guardian,
What from my past still cast shadows on my presence?
What parts of myself have I overlooked or avoided?
Simply observe and listen to the guardian's response.
There's no need to analyze or think about the response.
And next,
Ask the guardian,
What transformation is my inner self seeking?
Is my inner self seeking?
What fears or resistances are blocking this path?
Now it's your turn to share a message with the guardian.
Share with them a deep truth about yourself.
Maybe something you would not easily share with another person.
Something you recognize needs to be aired and acknowledged for growth or change to happen,
Even though it may be uncomfortable.
Spend a moment just formulating this truth.
And be aware of the power and vulnerability in voicing this inner reality.
Share your message with the guardian now.
The guardian responds by offering you something.
Perhaps a symbol an insight or even a sensation.
Accept the guardian's offering with openness and recognize its importance in your journey.
Express your gratitude now to the guardian for its guidance and just allowing the image to fade now.
And you may wish to journal after this exercise,
Noting the importance of this journey.
After this exercise,
Noting the sequence of events,
Any feelings,
Any thoughts about the experience.
So just bringing your attention back to the room now.
Just noticing whatever you happen to notice.
Perhaps sounds or sensations.
Take a deep breath.
And in your own time,
Opening your eyes again.
