Zodiac sign Capricorn: Endurance, responsibility and dry humor

Capricorn is the sign of the summit. He sets goals and climbs step by step, even if the path is steep. Those born under the sign of Capricorn are persistent, responsible and reliable, and behind the serious facade there is often a subtle, dry sense of humor.

Here you can read what makes Capricorn special, what their strengths and dark sides are, how they love and work and why your zodiac sign is only part of your horoscope.

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The nature of Capricorn

Capricorn is a cardinal earth sign, ruled by Saturn, the planet of structure and time. Cardinal means: He takes the initiative. Earth means: He thinks practically and builds on solid ground. Saturn gives him discipline, patience and a sense of responsibility.

People with the Sun in Capricorn often have a clear idea of where they want to go. You plan, work consistently and are not easily discouraged by setbacks. What they achieve they have usually worked hard for.

Capricorn sometimes seems serious and reserved. Anyone who knows him better will experience a loyal, reliable person with humor and warmth. Many Capricorns become more relaxed and relaxed over the years, as if they were growing into their own role.

The strengths of Capricorn

• Endurance: Capricorn sticks with it until the goal is achieved.
• Sense of responsibility: He stands by his duties and his word.
• Organization: He plans well and keeps an overview.
• Realism: He sees things as they are and acts accordingly.
• Reliability: You can rely on him, both professionally and privately.
• Humor: His dry wit often comes as a surprise when you don't expect it.

Where Capricorn gets in his own way

His sense of duty can make Capricorn too strict, with others and especially with himself. He works even when he is exhausted and only allows himself to rest when everything is done.

The reticence also has a downside. He shows feelings late and is reluctant to accept help. Sometimes his self-worth becomes too attached to achievement that he forgets that he is valued even without success.

This is how Capricorn grows beyond himself

• Celebrate successes: Stop along the way and appreciate what you have already accomplished.
• Schedule breaks: Rest belongs in the plan, not behind it.
• Show feelings: An honest word about what concerns you makes you approachable.
• Accept help: You don't have to carry everything alone. Anyone who allows themselves to be helped also gives trust.

Capricorn in love

Capricorns take their time in love. He checks whether a person is right for him before he commits himself. Once he has made his decision, he is loyal, committed and willing to do a lot for the relationship.

His love shows itself in reliability: He keeps what he promises and builds something together that lasts. Big words may be difficult for him, but his actions speak loudly.

Capricorns often get along well with other earth signs (Taurus, Virgo) and with water signs (Scorpio, Pisces). Cancer, his opposite sign, brings warmth and closeness into his life. The entire horoscope shows how two people really work together, for example in Kombin or in the Relationship analysis. You can read more about the character pairs in the article Zodiac sign compatibility.

Capricorn at work

At work, Capricorns are determined and persistent. He likes to take responsibility, build structures and work his way up step by step. You can rely on him, especially when things get serious.

Many Capricorns can be found in managerial positions, in administration, planning, law, construction or anywhere where experience and stability matter. It is helpful for them to see relaxation as an integral part of the plan.

Capricorn in friendship and family

As a friend, Capricorn is loyal and reliable. He often has few but long-standing friendships. If you need help, he's there, and he's very practical.

In the family, Capricorn likes to take responsibility and ensure stability. He maintains traditions and holds together what is important to him. He can learn to show feelings more openly and to let things go.

Myth and constellation

The image of the ibex is originally a goat fish: goat in front, fish tail in back. It dates back to Babylonian times. The Greeks said that the shepherd god Pan jumped into the Nile in front of the monster Typhon and half turned into a fish. Capricorn thus combines climbing the mountains with the depths of the water.

Astrologically, Capricorn begins with the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. From then on, the days become longer again, a fitting image for a sign that is slowly but steadily rising.

More than your zodiac sign

Your zodiac sign shows where the sun was when you were born. How you feel describes your moon sign, how you act describes your ascendant. A Capricorn with a Moon in Leo appears brighter, while one with a Moon in Cancer appears softer. More on this Moon in Capricorn, at Capricorn ascendant and in the overview Planets in the signs.

When are you a Capricorn?

The Sun is in Capricorn from approximately December 22nd to January 19th. Their entry coincides with the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. The exact changeover days vary by up to one day from year to year. If you were born around December 21st and 22nd or January 19th and 20th, your birth time decides.

You can read what the new moon and full moon mean for the time in which they take place allesistenergie.net.

Frequently asked questions about the Capricorn zodiac sign

What element does Capricorn have?

Capricorn is an earth sign, along with Taurus and Virgo. It is also cardinal, a sign that initiates new things.

Which planet rules Capricorn?

Saturn, the planet of structure, time and maturity. Where Saturn is in your horoscope shows where you bear responsibility and grow.

Are Capricorns cold?

No. They show feelings cautiously and through actions rather than words. Anyone who knows her experiences a lot of warmth and loyalty.

Which zodiac sign suits Capricorn?

Capricorns often harmonize with Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio and Pisces. But what matters is the entire horoscope of both people.

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