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What Happens When You Don't Text a Scorpio Man: 11 Things Explore this Article IN THIS ARTICLE 1 He’ll know if you’re playing games with him. 2 He’ll be intrigued. 3 He’ll demand you get back to him. 4 He’ll get obsessed. 5 He’ll get paranoid. 6 He’ll feel hurt. 7 He’ll be mean. 8 He’ll keep his feelings to himself. 9 He’ll ask if you’re okay. 10 He’ll reevaluate the relationship. 11 He’ll break things off. + Show 8 more... - Show less... Other Sections Related Articles References Written by Angel Eyedealism | Edited by Nihal Shetty
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This article was written by Angel Eyedealism and by wikiHow staff writer, Nihal Shetty. Angel Eyedealism is an Astrologer and Performance Artist based in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. With nearly three decades of astrology experience, Angel specializes in relocation astrology and astrocartography. Eyedealism has been featured in numerous media outlets such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Refinery29, NBC, MTV, Showtime, and Bravo. Angel aims to help others through a straightforward, kind, and humorous astrological lens, utilizing her entertainment and singing skills for performance art astrology readings. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 90,513 times.
So you’re getting to know a Scorpio man, and curious what’ll happen if you stop texting for a while? While this might drive some signs crazy in a good way, a Scorpio man’s reaction may surprise you. And since no two Scorpios are alike, you might run into a variety of reactions. We’re here to walk you through the various ways a Scorpio man might respond to this situation with our complete guide on what happens if you don’t text a Scorpio man.This article is based on an interview with our astrologer and performance artist, Angel Eyedealism. Check out the full interview here.
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He’ll know if you’re playing games with him.
Scorpios are masters of mind games, and it’s hard to win against them. Combining the deep emotional intelligence of a water sign with the inherent caution of a sign ruled by Pluto, Scorpios easily see through drama.[1]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview If you’re avoiding texting a Scorpio that you care about to win him over, know you might not end up on top.
If a Scorpio figures out that you’re playing games with him, he might end up playing one back. If you don’t want your feelings messed with, steer clear of messing with a Scorpio’s heart.[2]XResearch source
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He’ll be intrigued.
Scorpios love mysteries, so he might become curious. If you don’t text a Scorpio man, he could end up using his inborn detective instincts to try and figure out why. Scorpios like challenges, and a break in communication could feel like a test in the early stages of a relationship.[3]XResearch source
As a water sign, Scorpios are naturally interested in other people’s emotions. They can get excited thinking about what’s motivating your actions.
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He’ll demand you get back to him.
Scorpios can be controlling in relationships, so expect this behavior. A Scorpio might just end up bombarding your phone with messages until you get back in touch. For some signs, this kind of behavior can be really appealing, and for others not so much.[4]XResearch source
As the most passionate sign, Scorpios pursue things with all their effort, and they believe that others do too.[5]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview
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He’ll get obsessed.
Scorpios are passionate, which can sometimes lead to obsession. These signs are known for overthinking things, which can lead to him obsessively wondering why you aren’t texting him. When they start to get attached to someone, they can’t stop thinking about them.[6]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview
If you aren’t texting a Scorpio, they might begin obsessively going through your social media to see if you’ve been online.
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He’ll get paranoid.
Scorpios have a reputation for paranoia in relationships. By not texting a Scorpio, you can provoke him into dwelling on whether or not you’ve found someone else. While this might be fun for a while, a paranoid potential partner can quickly grow stale, so be cautious.[7]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview
Among the water signs, Scorpio represents waters deeper and darker undercurrents. A Scorpio can become suspicious and paranoid much more quickly than other signs.
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He’ll feel hurt.
Scorpios are known to be quite sensitive. Not texting him can feel like a betrayal of the trust he’s put in you. Water signs are the most emotionally sensitive signs in the zodiac, and Scorpios are no exception. They take their personal relationships seriously, and are quite vulnerable when they get close to others.[8]XResearch source
When a Scorpio is hurt, he might end up withdrawing from others. You could end up putting a Scorpio in a mood where he becomes sullen and outwardly sad.
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He’ll be mean.
When a Scorpio’s upset, he might end up lashing out. Remember that this is the sign of the scorpion, which means that people of this type are ready to whip out their pincers and stingers. If you get on a Scorpio’s bad side, he could call you names or start stirring up drama about you.[9]XResearch source
If a Scorpio or anyone else ends up harassing you, do your best to cut them out of your life. You don’t deserve to be treated poorly.
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He’ll keep his feelings to himself.
A Scorpio may keep you guessing about his feelings. These signs have an extremely strong need for privacy and control, so they are one of the slowest signs to open up about their feelings to other people. Confessing weakness or making himself emotionally vulnerable is not something a Scorpio would be comfortable with.[10]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview
If you want to know how a Scorpio feels, ask him. Send him a text like, “I know there’s been some distance between us—how are you feeling?”
Although a Scorpio might still refuse to open up, you have a much better shot of knowing what he’s thinking if you ask a direct question.
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He’ll ask if you’re okay.
If you’ve established a relationship with a Scorpio, he’ll worry for you. Scorpios are famous for their loyalty, and once they’ve managed to create a deep connection with someone, they’re fiercely protective of this relationship. Expect that a Scorpio with whom you share a deep bond will feel really concerned about you if you drop out of communication.[11]XResearch source
If a Scorpio man who cares for you can’t reach out over text, expect him to call you, your friends and family members, or do anything else in his power to make sure you’re okay.
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He’ll reevaluate the relationship.
Scorpios are cautious, and a lack of communication can create distance. Since they’re ruled by Pluto, Scorpios tend to watch carefully for signs that a relationship won’t work out.[12]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview If you are refusing to communicate with him, a Scorpio might decide to distance himself.
It’s best to be upfront with a Scorpio about how you feel. Giving a Scorpio a reason to suspect that you aren’t committed to a relationship with him can cause him to become suspicious of you.
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He’ll break things off.
Scorpios can be all-or-nothing personalities. When they love, they love hard, and if that love isn’t present, they’re likely to back off completely. If your lack of texting is a sign that you can’t match a Scorpios passion in the way he’d like, he’s going to wonder what you two are doing in the first place.[13]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview
If you like a Scorpio, don’t give him a chance to doubt your feelings. Let him know that he matters to you.
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Scorpios are masters of mind games, and it’s hard to win against them. Combining the deep emotional intelligence of a water sign with the inherent caution of a sign ruled by Pluto, Scorpios easily see through drama.[1] If you’re avoiding texting a Scorpio that you care about to win him over, know you might not end up on top. 
Scorpios love mysteries, so he might become curious. If you don’t text a Scorpio man, he could end up using his inborn detective instincts to try and figure out why. Scorpios like challenges, and a break in communication could feel like a test in the early stages of a relationship.[3] 
Scorpios can be controlling in relationships, so expect this behavior. A Scorpio might just end up bombarding your phone with messages until you get back in touch. For some signs, this kind of behavior can be really appealing, and for others not so much.[4] 
Scorpios are passionate, which can sometimes lead to obsession. These signs are known for overthinking things, which can lead to him obsessively wondering why you aren’t texting him. When they start to get attached to someone, they can’t stop thinking about them.[6] 
Scorpios have a reputation for paranoia in relationships. By not texting a Scorpio, you can provoke him into dwelling on whether or not you’ve found someone else. While this might be fun for a while, a paranoid potential partner can quickly grow stale, so be cautious.[7] 
Scorpios are known to be quite sensitive. Not texting him can feel like a betrayal of the trust he’s put in you. Water signs are the most emotionally sensitive signs in the zodiac, and Scorpios are no exception. They take their personal relationships seriously, and are quite vulnerable when they get close to others.[8] 
When a Scorpio’s upset, he might end up lashing out. Remember that this is the sign of the scorpion, which means that people of this type are ready to whip out their pincers and stingers. If you get on a Scorpio’s bad side, he could call you names or start stirring up drama about you.[9] 
A Scorpio may keep you guessing about his feelings. These signs have an extremely strong need for privacy and control, so they are one of the slowest signs to open up about their feelings to other people. Confessing weakness or making himself emotionally vulnerable is not something a Scorpio would be comfortable with.[10] 
If you’ve established a relationship with a Scorpio, he’ll worry for you. Scorpios are famous for their loyalty, and once they’ve managed to create a deep connection with someone, they’re fiercely protective of this relationship. Expect that a Scorpio with whom you share a deep bond will feel really concerned about you if you drop out of communication.[11] 
Scorpios are cautious, and a lack of communication can create distance. Since they’re ruled by Pluto, Scorpios tend to watch carefully for signs that a relationship won’t work out.[12] If you are refusing to communicate with him, a Scorpio might decide to distance himself. 
Scorpios can be all-or-nothing personalities. When they love, they love hard, and if that love isn’t present, they’re likely to back off completely. If your lack of texting is a sign that you can’t match a Scorpios passion in the way he’d like, he’s going to wonder what you two are doing in the first place.[13] 
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