Capricorn is the tenth sign in the zodiac, symbolized by a mountain goat. Anyone born between December 22 and January 19 is a Capricorn zodiac sign.
The most common Capricorn traits are typically responsible and reliable. Designated driver? Accountability partner? The friend you can count on to tell you when you have food in your teeth? Enter: the Capricorn!
Some famous Capricorns include: Martin Luther King, Jr., Stephen Hawking, Oprah, Jim Carrey, Dolly Parton, Michelle Obama, Betty White, Denzel Washington, John Legend, Ellen DeGeneres, and Muhammad Ali.
Ruled by the disciplined and task-oriented planet Saturn, Capricorns are known for being highly determined and ambitious individuals, which makes sense since this zodiac sign is ruled by the planet Saturn. Saturn is task-oriented and considered to be the planet of discipline.
This earth sign is a careful thinker and has a devoted appreciation for tradition.
Typically, the mountain goat of the zodiac has a solid work ethic and an innate ability to navigate life’s complexities. They are often wise and seek stability. They are patient and resilient, and as a result are often quite reliable which makes them great managers and leaders. When you think Capricorn, think intentional, methodical and strong.
Want to learn more about this beloved astrological sign? Read on!
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Snapshot of the Zodiac Signs: Capricorn the Goat
Dates: December 22 – January 19
Duality: Feminine
Element: Earth
Quality (Cardinal, Fixed, Mutable): Cardinal
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Zodiac Symbol: The Goat
Dominant Keyword: I Use
Polarity: Cancer
Body Part: Knees, joints, skeletal system and teeth
Birthstone: Garnet
Color: Charcoal gray, purple, brown
Most Compatible With: Taurus, Pisces, Virgo
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Here Are the 3 Main Characteristics of a Capricorn:
Whether this sign belongs to you or someone you know, this information will help you understand this cool, collected earth sign a little better.
1. Capricorn Strengths
You can count on your Cap friends to do what they say they’re going to do. They are incredibly responsible and consistently reliable. Well-known for offering helpful advice and guidance, you can count on these grounded earth signs to be dependable. They show up with discipline and diligence.
Capricorn has high aspirations and is prepared to do whatever it takes to make it happen. This sign refuses to let fear, or any other obstacle, keep them on the sidelines. Capricorn is gifted with seeing everything as a project or opportunity. With a laser focus and keen ambition, they find joy in their work. This also means they must find purpose in everything they do, and a typical Cancer trait is that they plan on changing the world!
To achieve their goals, Capricorns go above and beyond, put in extra hours and burn the midnight oil without batting an eye.
Thanks to Capricorn’s ruling planet of Saturn, stability, self-discipline and patience are all key strengths of the Capricorn zodiac sign.
Capricorns are always focused on the big picture, even if it means sacrificing social plans. But they also know how to have a good time. Their easy-going and confident personality makes them a friendly face in a crowd of strangers. However, while Capricorn has many acquaintances, only a lucky few get accepted into their inner circle.
2. Capricorn Weaknesses
A few common Capricorn traits that can often be seen as an imbalance or shortcoming if not addressed: being overly serious, having workaholic tendencies, pessimistic, overly critical, control issues, and possessing a fear of failure that could result in not taking necessary risks.
Capricorns can sometimes take life too seriously, often focusing so much on responsibilities that they forget to relax or have fun. Their ambition and drive can lead to overworking themselves, neglecting their personal lives or mental health. Capricorns may have a tendency to focus on potential obstacles or worst-case scenarios, making them appear overly cautious or negative.
They like to be in charge and can struggle with delegating tasks or relinquishing control. Capricorns’ fear of failing can sometimes prevent them from taking risks or stepping out of their comfort zones, and their common trait of stubbornness means they can be resistant to change or other viewpoints, sticking rigidly to their own plans or ideas.
3. Love and Intimacy
When it comes to love and intimacy, the Capricorn’s allure is so fierce it’s almost intimidating. It takes a rare individual to tap into a Capricorn’s emotional depth. Once they do, they’ll know them for the truly special person they are and they’ll be treated with an unshakable love and devotion that the world only gets a glimpse of.
A common Capricorn trait you can expect in a lover is loyal and committed, practical and stable, patient and supportive. Capricorns love to plan their future with their partner because their focus is on long-term happiness and success in their relationship.
When a Capricorn commits to a partner, they are deeply loyal and dedicated to making the relationship work. They bring a sense of stability and security to relationships, often being the “rock” their partner can depend on. Capricorns are not impulsive in relationships; they take their time to ensure a strong foundation before committing. They are excellent at encouraging their partners’ ambitions and are always willing to offer practical advice and solutions.
4. Career
Natural born leaders, the Capricorn is the ultimate achiever in their personal and professional endeavours. Their tireless work ethic, combined with their logical and responsible demeanor makes them amazing managers and they excel in positions of authority.
No matter the situation, the Capricorn sign knows how to stay neutral, calm and collected. They are able to find stability in chaos, which makes them an asset to the workplace. They aren’t fazed by tight deadlines or demanding bosses. In fact, they welcome the challenge, allowing their resourcefulness and experience to make impressive judgment calls.
Capricorns possess an innate ambition that’s hard to match and even harder to extinguish. What they set their minds to, they will accomplish through steady, consistent progress.
Capricorns are known for their ambition, discipline, and practicality, which make them well-suited for careers that value structure, long-term planning, and leadership. Here are some of the best career paths for Capricorns, based on their strengths and traits: corporate leadership / management and entrepreneurship, finance and accounting, law and politics, engineering and architecture, IT and technology.
Celebrate the Capricorn Earth Sign!
Capricorn, the tenth sign of the zodiac, is defined by its ambition, practicality, and unwavering determination. Represented by the Mountain Goat, Capricorns are natural climbers, always striving to reach the peak of their personal and professional goals. One of the most notable Capricorn traits is their disciplined approach to life.
Responsible, unwavering, determined and logical. Wise, grounded, ambitious, strong and stable. Leaders, achievers, and all around solid individuals, the Capricorn is a wonderfully vibrant and unique addition to the zodiac.
As an Earth sign, they value stability and practicality, often excelling in roles that require hard work, responsibility, and a level-headed mindset. Their ruling planet, Saturn, further emphasizes their focus on discipline, patience, and the pursuit of meaningful achievements.
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