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December 22–January 20
Earth Energy 
T hose born under the zodiac sign of Capricorn are driven and analytical. Being that a Capricorn is an earth sign, they often see life with a cool head and are balanced through and through. With a healthy mix of intuition and realism they see through illusion and are hard-working and goal-oriented in all aspects of life, whether it’s a simple laundry day or a corporate meeting they are hosting.
Being that the Capricorn is an earth sign, grounded and analytical, they are patient, calm, and handle pressure well. A Capricorn is the one you want on your side during an argument, and one you don’t want against you in an argument because even if you are in the right, they have a way of proving that they are right.
Capricorns are often seen as reserved and guarded and are very careful about whom they allow in their inner circle. Even if you’ve won their trust, you’ll likely not see all of them as they emotionally hold themselves back. If you need a problem solved or need advice, the Cap will be your person, giving objectivity and useful and sound council.
The Capricorn is often thought of as dull, stuffy, and sometimes shy, but they have a wonderful sense of humor once they clock out of their head, which is always busy solving the world’s problems. The core of the Capricorn is sweet, funny, artistic, and filled with whimsy.
Capricorn Decans
Each zodiac is broken down into triplicities, each having their own energy added to their zodiac sign. This is Capricorn broken down:
Capricorn of First Decan: December 22–31
Ruled by Saturn.
Positive Energy Traits: This Capricorn is determined, but also patient with oneself and with others. They are wonderful friends and are amazing team members in their workplace. It’s their practical, realistic, and tactful side that draws a crowd to them, always asking their opinion and advice.
Negative Energy Traits: This Capricorn is often seen as inflexible and rigid, mainly because they are so realistic. This isn’t the Capricorn to sprinkle unicorns and make-believe fairytales at someone just to make them feel good. They are sensitive but practical.
Capricorn of Second Decan: January 1–10
Ruled by Venus.
Positive Energy Traits: This Capricorn is patient and relaxed. They still know how to accomplish their life goals. They are hard-working and sensitive to other people. This Cap is often creative and gifted in different facets of communication. This energy will set their own agendas aside to help friends and family.
Negative Energy Traits: The second decan of Capricorn is often obsessed with finances and although they like to travel and experience life, they also will have buyer’s remorse and be moody as they see their bank account dip. It can make for some difficult relationship issues. If someone acts too nice around this Capricorn, they immediately conjure suspicions.
Capricorn of Third Decan: January 11–20
Ruled by Mercury.
Positive Energy Traits: This Capricorn is an amazing speaker and communicator. People are drawn to this energy because they have a practical intelligence and sound problem-solving skills. They are social when they want to be, turning on their charm and turning it off just as quickly.
Negative Energy Traits: This Capricorn is restless and impatient, sarcastic and witty. They are temperamental and overachievers, mainly due to being sensitive and wanting to see their worth show for something. Don’t get in this Capricorn’s way, though, or you will be cut with their words and their deep melancholy.
December Capricorn vs. January Capricorn
December Capricorns are practical with financial decisions.
January Capricorns see their worth through their bank account balance.
December Capricorns are patient, but if someone tries to abuse that, watch out.
January Capricorns won’t tolerate stupidity and will call the person out on it.
December Capricorns are intuitively disciplined.
January Capricorns are intelligent.
December Capricorns get into their own head, overthinking and overanalyzing.
January Capricorns get into their own head and can become melancholy and depressed.
December Capricorns are rebellious.
January Capricorns are mysterious.
December Capricorns are negotiators.
January Capricorns don’t really want to be bothered with stupidity.
Capricorn Masculine and Feminine Energy
Energy has a yin and yang that is interpreted as feminine and masculine, and according to the energy it is explained below:
Feminine December Capricorn: The feminine energy of a Capricorn in December is known for their stoic exterior personality. Their guardedness is a misunderstood fear of being vulnerable. You won’t find this energy wearing their heart on their sleeve; it will take a bit to get close and gain their trust. This energy likes plans and then backup plans in case the main plan doesn’t work. They take their work seriously, even if they don’t find passion with what they’re doing. Their poker face is often hard to determine if they are doing well or badly, though, and they like it that way.
Masculine December Capricorn: The masculine energy of a Capricorn in December is critical and overly practical. This energy builds high walls and if you can conquer all the obstacles on the quest over the wall, you’ll find a sweet and loyal energy for life. It’s not an easy quest, though. They may appear cold, unsympathetic, and unfeeling, yet they have a soft side and will wait patiently for the right one—a true closet romantic. This energy just wants stability in every part of their life.
Feminine January Capricorn: The feminine energy of a Capricorn in January is calculating and suspicious. Don’t underestimate this energy. This Cap is intelligent, creative, serious, and focused. This energy is often their own worst enemy, even with all their gifts. They hide their insecurities with sarcasm and arrogance. Cross this Cap and you’ll be met with a sharp tongue and unforgiveness. Stay in their charm and you’ll find a loyal and classy energy that will protect you forever.
Masculine January Capricorn: The masculine energy of a Capricorn in January is moody. You must fit within their life and quirks because it will take a lot to convince them to change in order to fit within yours. This energy wants to be the priority, whether as a partner, employee, peer, friend, or parent. They are proud, stubborn, witty, and sarcastic. It’s their ego that gets them into trouble, as often work life becomes the priority over personal life. They are goal-oriented and need constant accolades. This energy is open-minded, though, and loves to communicate (mostly about what they are doing), so make sure to stay truthful, but leave the criticism out of the conversation.
Capricorn Positive Traits
Hard Working
Maybe it’s because Capricorns were born in the wintertime, and what else is there to do but work hard and be patient until springtime comes, right? The Capricorn is ambitious and is always looking at ways to fulfill their life path, unafraid of pursuing new paths and talking to new people. They do it in a subtle way, naturally motivated, that isn’t overbearing. They aren’t necessarily success-driven, but the Capricorn isn’t afraid of working hard to get what they want.
Problem Solvers
Capricorn is a natural problem solver. They find realistic solutions for simple-to-complex issues that truly work. They are driven, calm, and level-headed, which helps with their ability to look for facts and eventually make decisions.
Creative
Capricorn doesn’t get a lot of credit for their creativity and instead are most known for their amazing problem-solving skills. Creative doesn’t always equate to painting a picture or building a dresser, but the Capricorn is creative in the way they command a room. They are structured communicators and are psychologically able to organize people. They also will surprise you when they pull out an elaborate wedding cake they baked and decorated or show you the manuscript for a murder mystery they wrote.
Capricorn Negative Traits
Pessimistic
Capricorns need someone in their life who is positive and trustworthy, otherwise they fall in step to their cynical ways. They are self-critical, which doesn’t help since they are perfectionists. No matter how much you praise a Cap, they will find fault.
Hardheaded
Capricorns don’t do gray areas, and instead see life in black or white. They like facts, not fluff. They’d rather not rely on anyone else because of their trust issues and their strong, independent ways. Their stubbornness is defined by the fact that they will rarely reach out for help and will instead struggle.
Distrusting
It’s difficult to gain a Capricorn’s trust because they are naturally guarded. Although they can read a room, they don’t want to be an obvious read. Once you gain their trust, you have a loyal friend for life.
Capricorn Keywords
Capricorn Communication Style
Capricorns don’t want to do small talk; instead, they want to get to the point and work on the follow-through of what’s next. Small talk creates anxiety for a Capricorn. The best way to communicate with a Capricorn is to stay focused, be clear and direct, and stay away from chit-chat and flowery language.
Capricorn Misconceptions
Capricorns are often seen as boring and serious. It’s not so much that the Capricorn is shy, self-centered, or standoffish, it’s that they require others to prove themselves. Once they do, the Capricorn shows their fun side and sense of humor.
Don’t Be a Capricorn, Capricorn
People get hurt but you get even, Capricorn. If grudges were an Olympic sport, you’d win a gold medal every single time. It’s a knee-jerk reaction to be guarded and throw insults and intelligent snarkiness. Capricorn, your lesson is to realize we all make mistakes and forgiveness doesn’t mean accepting or excusing the behavior—it’s about letting go and realizing we’re all human. Even you, Cap.
Thoughts from a Capricorn
A Friend
Capricorns really want to be loved and to have a group of friends around them as loyal as they will be to their friends.
“Capricorns are very trustworthy, loyal, and they love deeply with their whole heart and soul. They can be stubborn and think they’re always right but will admit if they’re not. We want to be liked by everyone but think no one likes us. Caps are very friendly and love people but hate drama. They will always help a friend in need and will be loyal for a lifetime.”
Percy Perfectionist
The Capricorn will cross their t’s and dot their i’s, double-checking it over and over, until they are stressed and snarky.
“Capricorns are independent and strong-willed. They are perfectionists and often find themselves frustrated and exhausted; overachievers in work and in play. Many people think that we are closed-minded, but it’s because we know we can be loyal to a fault and are afraid of being hurt.”
A Pirate’s Treasure
Capricorns are much like a pirate’s treasure. You have to study the map, proceed with caution, and once you find the treasure you are rewarded with more than the gold—you are rewarded with pride in the quest.
“Good Ole Capricorn here. We are stubborn and people either love or hate us, there’s rarely an in-between. Many don’t know that although the exterior appears hard, it’s like an eggshell and can be cracked open easily; filled with lots of love and trust that Caps have buried deep down.”
Capricorn and Relationships
Strengths
Once you’ve won a Capricorn’s heart, they stay committed to promises and vows. The Cap doesn’t expect much if you stay loyal. Communication with a Cap needs to be worthwhile and engaging. Ask for advice. Make them laugh. Appreciate the time they give you. Those small things will help win over the Cap.
Challenges
Capricorns are emotionally closed off, and it takes a while for them to let someone in to make a connection. The fear of being vulnerable and being hurt outweighs the positive of being loved. It’s a constant inner conflict. It can make them look aloof and indifferent even if they are feeling the complete opposite.
Capricorn in the Workplace
Strengths
Capricorns are determined and self-assured personalities. They take being a superior seriously and will want their peers and their employees to do the same. They aren’t out to climb the corporate ladder as much as they are to always maintain stellar performance. If they see their employees not taking their work as seriously, then there will be consequences.
Challenges
The Capricorn boss isn’t ever fun and games. They command in a firm and authoritarian way. You’ll likely not find this boss sympathetic and they won’t find your excuses, no matter how serious they are, worthy.
Parenting a Capricorn Child
Strengths
Focused: Capricorn children are practical and really don’t want to hang around on a Saturday morning with a bunch of kids they don’t want to spend time with. The Cap would rather have an itinerary and goal-oriented activity to do. This helps to contain their anxiety and allow them to flourish.
Responsible: Capricorn children are responsible and love to have a job to do. Better yet, offer an allowance with each chart and show them how to invest their money wisely. Just be careful to let your child be a child, as Caps tend to grow up quickly. They appear serious and bashful.
Nature-loving: Your Capricorn will love to be outside and daydreaming by the lake or in the woods. They love to be around animals, digging their hands in the dirt, or jumping in the lake for a swim.
Challenges
Stubborn: The Capricorn is mature out of the womb, and that maturity can become stubbornness as the Cap thinks they know just as much as their elders. They’d prefer to not be parented, which is obviously exactly what they need.
Overthinkers: Overthinking and overanalyzing to the point of depression and stress is a trait that Capricorn has. No matter how many compliments you might give, the insecurity is a built-in trait.
Loner: Capricorn loves their friends and family, but they also have a loner quality and love to be by themselves. Sometimes they just need to get away from everyone and everything to take a break from the hurried life. Sometimes they need some extra love and attention when they go into loner mode.
Capricorn as a Parent
Strengths
Ambitious: The Capricorn is ambitious and teaches their children to be independently motivated. Although they may help with the science project, they won’t do the science project, wanting their child to find their own successes.
Respectful: The Capricorn parent requires there to be respect from their children, and in return will offer respect and space like they wanted in their own childhood.
Financially Sound: Logic when it comes to money is very important to a Capricorn. They want to show their family how to save and spend wisely. Although they occasionally splurge, they try to keep balanced, which makes for a financial worry-free household.
Challenges
Restrained: Capricorns are cautious about who they allow into their circle and can take time before they feel comfortable enough around someone to truly open up.
Odd Sense of Humor: The Capricorn has a dry and brutally sarcastic sense of humor. Some may even see their humor to be weird, but it’s in an intelligent and fun way—only kids won’t see it until they get older.
Bossy: So a Capricorn may call it disciplined, but it’s truly bossy. They have strong likes and dislikes and can be unmovable on their views.
Capricorn and Finances
Capricorns aren’t afraid of hard work and know that hard work will help their bank account grow as well, especially later in life. That doesn’t mean that the Capricorn won’t spend any money. In fact, they try to balance the saving and the over-spending in a very adult way.
Moon in Capricorn
This is a super time for you to look over your goals, resolutions, and intentions and spend time thinking and meditating on new beginnings rather than what hasn’t been working for you. So don’t beat yourself up if you were going to organize your sock drawer and instead get caught up on your favorite television episodes—there is still time to make a magical transformation! Tummy issues, lack of energy, and anxiety seem to be issues during the Capricorn energy, which might make it harder for you to feel like creating a vision. Do it anyhow.
New Moon in Capricorn
You may notice a deep sense of sadness and feel lethargic. You may even be questioning your life intentions, and second-guessing your life group—friends, coworkers, work, spouse, and so on, and wondering where you are going and how they might be helping or hurting. The best way to work your way out of this somberness is to look at your dreams, aspirations, how you want your life to look and make small goals as to how that can be accomplished. The Capricorn moon is all about saying, “Hey, I chose that, and I can choose something else,” rather than moping and pouting about what hasn’t happened.
What you may see during the Capricorn New Moon phase:
A boost of energy.
Spouting sarcasm.
Feeling untrusting.
Overthinking.
Being able to problem-solve a situation that you’ve been stuck on.
Full Moon in Capricorn
Have you ever put on your high beams while it was foggy? Instead of helping you see, it causes a glare and compromises your sight. The Capricorn moon energy is a bit like being stuck in the middle of a Stephen King movie, with mist and fury. This is the time to work on trust issues and look hard at the core group of people that surround you. You will find an awakening of sorts, as if a wizard came down and handed you a secret map to help navigate the foggy roads by focusing and trusting in the stars. That way you don’t crash into your past or go head-to-head with your made-up monsters of the future.
Soul Work
There’s always something you can plant no matter the time of the year. This period doesn’t require getting your hands dirty, though; it’s planting the seeds of your future. What would you like to grow? The Capricorn energy is grounded and connected to divine inspiration. It’s about shifting your perception and seeing the magic already in your life! What is stopping you from doing some of these things now? What can you do to overcome? Which activity will you do first? What do you need to do to make it happen?
Now Is the Time
Do explore your responsibilities and see what needs to be prioritized. Don’t dig into your childhood and mourn what was or wasn’t. Do create a vision for yourself for the next month. Don’t get caught up in a state of somberness. Do get enough sleep, meditation, and exercise. Don’t be too disciplined with your routines; add some spontaneity. Do work on forgiving those you think have done you wrong in the past. Don’t be too cold and unfeeling—check your emotional temperature.
Capricorn Totem Animal
Elephant
The elephant is a healthy totem for the Capricorn because it teaches the tools for life much like Dumbo and the magic feather. The magic was never in the feather, but in believing in oneself. Capricorns get into the head and try to make sense of the senseless, stay realistic in the realm of superficial. The elephant is graceful and proud, and teaches that with strong will, quiet strength, and pure confidence your dreams can come true.
The elephant offers a gift of:
Strength
Pride
Will
Confidence
Dreams come true