So you are more onto the Aquarian side, funny isn't it, being born on the cusp but being more on one side than half and half, that's what I love about the unknown and reading up on things like that, I love how the astrologers come up with everything, on how we see ourselves on traits on certain starsigns,
You're welcome Lesley, Oh yes I forgot you was on the cusp, so yes half and half, and as you have done the same as me, dated men being capricorn, so you know them too, would you class yourself as more capricorn or more aquarius, or both?? I love reading up on the traits of starsigns, as I would class myself a true scorpio, just depends on yourself whether you feel more like a capricorn then aquarius
I had this come into my inbox yesterday, I subscribed quite a while ago for my stars, but this one just happen to come through which was really weird as I'm not a capricorn, but a scorpio...
But it gave me some interesting reading, about capricorns, Nic of course being one, and I have in my time dated and lived with one for a few years, so I'm sort of an expert on the ins and outs of a capricorn life
but here is the astrology if you are interested in reading about a capricorn, and believe me, it's interesting on some parts
Dear Kim,
I don't know if you've noticed, but Capricorns are not considered very romantic.
In fact, they get pretty a bad rap in general...
It's probably because second only to Scorpio, this sign is the most full of contradictions, so can be very confusing...
When you read up on the 10th sign of the zodiac, you notice it's a feminine sign, so tends to be receptive, sensitive, and introverted.
But it's also a cardinal, or "movable" sign, known for giving incredible ambition, and a willingness to put one's feelings "on the shelf" and make huge sacrifices to "do one's duty."
Oh yeah - then there's their love of being in charge, despite that they're supposedly more comfortable "behind the scenes" and make excellent servants.
Huh?
It's ruled by Saturn, the planet of slow and steady progress, and conservatism.
But - again, it's movable, so tends to be extremely creative and innovative, and lead a person to make lots of changes all the time.
Hmmm?
It's the only sign whose symbol is completely mythic - being a goat in Western astrology, but a strange half crocodile, half goat creature with the face of a deer in Vedic astrology.
I'll say it again, HUH?
Capricorns, being ruled by Saturn, are supposed to be humble and concerned about the suffering of others, but are just as known for their coldness, selfishness, and love of fame.
In fact, flip through any Sun sign book, and this sign is the most accused of shallow social climbing, marrying for money, and using others for their own personal gain.
I once even heard in an astrology class that most of the top Nazi officials were Capricorns...
Yikes!
So, what gives?
Should you avoid people of this sign at all costs?
If you are a Capricorn, should you alter your birth records and pretend to be a Sagittarius?
NO!
I'm here to testify, there are many WONDERFUL qualities about this sign...
So, let's unravel the mystery of this powerful, important sign, shall we?
Every person I've ever spoken to that had either the Sun, Moon, or rising sign in the sign of Capricorn has had some key things in common...
Capricorns are PERFECTIONISTS, thus need to be DOING WELL to be truly happy.
They tend to have extremely high standards in everything - even relationships.
They're always falling short of their own expectations...
They can't help but compare themselves to the best person in the room, the best person in their field...
HECK - the best person in the WORLD.
So, if you love a Capricorn, do yourself a HUGE favor:
NEVER criticize him.
NEVER bring him your disappointment.
NEVER, ever, ever compare him to someone else in a negative way. (But he'll LOVE it if you compare him to others in a positive way!)
And if he ever becomes unreasonably defensive, or seems foolishly competitive, this is why...
You see, he's already doing such a good job of criticizing HIMSELF, being disappointed in HIMSELF, and comparing himself UNFAVORABLY to others ALL DAY LONG, that he won't be able to handle one more critical, disappointed voice in his midst.
It will absolutely crush him, actually.
Though he may not show it, and may just withdraw into "working more..."
Now, if you ARE a Capricorn, you can't get rid of these negative internal voices.
They're trying to do something good for you - which is help you be the best you can be - they're just going about it in a soul- crushing, debilitating way...
The only way to work with this is to cultivate ANOTHER set of voices to counter the negative Greek chorus, by forcing yourself to ACKNOWLEDGE all the things you do well and right!
Make this a new habit (oh goody - another thing for your long "to-do list!").
Keep a "success diary" in which you write down at least three "why I'm so great" things a day...
And include in them things that aren't just "accomplishments" or "achievements..."
"Successes" include having a nice talk with a friend, taking a walk, taking a bath... things that lead to good "self care."
You see, Capricorn is so concerned with being EFFICIENT and EFFECTIVE and GETTING THE JOB DONE, that people born under this sign can FORGET the importance of rest and recovery...
"Fun" can seem like a complete waste of time - like nothing more than an "f-word."
Now, it can be hard to tell Capricorns are this uptight.
You see, perfectionists work very hard at covering over their own imperfections - hiding them even from themselves.
But, this intense pressure is happening on THE INSIDE, so you may not realize it...
In fact, Capricorns can be tons of fun.
Downright giddy, even.
You'd often NEVER KNOW that they're so intensely hard on themselves, and feeling inadequate.
But they are... TRUST me, they are...
Even as children.
In fact, especially as children.
Capricorn, because of being ruled by Saturn, is a sign that ages in reverse...
They're born very serious and responsible.
And get more and more easy-going and carefree with time.
By the mid-to-late thirties, they can be downright happy-go-lucky.
When I tell an older Capricorn how serious they are - they'll say, "Oh yeah - I USED to be like that. Now I don't so much worry about it..."
Which is so good to hear, because this is one of the signs most plagued by WORRY.
Which is why they're so known for wanting security, and willing to work so hard for it...
This makes them extremely goal-oriented, and patient in going for their goals.
Which serves them well - because they tend to have SLOW, steady progress, as I said.
Think of the tortoise from that children's story of "The Tortoise and the Hare."
"The slow and steady pace, wins the race" is the ultimate Capricorn motto.
For this reason, the second half of their life is usually the best, and commonly when they're happiest settling down - and enjoy their greatest success in every area.
(Which is where the whole "goat" symbolism comes in - they carefully, sure-footedly climb the craggy cliffs of life, reaching high heights ultimately... Whew...)
So, even in relationships, they tend to go slow.
They fall in love over time.
They work hard at being good partners, and pride themselves on being totally there for those they love.
In return, all they want is a partner who (surprise, surprise) helps them to be their best, and who will also improve their circumstances.
Unless afflicted, they'll always do what they say, and honor their commitments.
(I explain how to know if a man's "astrologically afflicted" in my ebook, "Love Is in the Stars - The Wise Woman's Astrological Guide To Men" which can make a man of any sign very challenging to be with... you can save yourself tons of drama by knowing this!
So - when he says he'll call at eight, he'll call at eight.
When he says he'll pick you up for dinner, you'd better be hungry.
He'll plan everything in advance, and be "steady Eddie" and "Johnny on the spot" about everything.
But keep in mind, he'll always feel pressured for time, and overwhelmed with things to do.
So - this is why Capricorns are not known for being romantic.
Being an earth sign, they're enormously practical.
And, because they feel so much internal pressure to succeed and achieve, and not make mistakes or waste time - they will want to make the most of everything they do.
So, they're not typically spontaneous, whimsical, or indulgent.
You won't likely come home to find flower pedals strewn on the bed, or be whisked away for a last-minute vacation.
But if you commit to a Capricorn, you'll be able to rest in the comfort of truly romantic gifts...
A down-to-earth partner you can count on, who will be constantly bettering himself and his situation, who will say what he means and mean what he says.
In short, you'll enjoy a stable, secure love built on a solid foundation you can trust.
Ahh...
Now, you may not know there are actually three signs within the sign of Capricorn called "constellations" or "asterisms" that are unique and distinct from one another.
Each has specific needs and gifts that are more personal than what I've described here.
Which is why one Capricorn man will be a better "catch" for you than another...
When you understand a man's personality from this deeply psychological perspective, you can know just how to relate to him, and how you'll really get along.
Now doesn't that give us some interesting read,, some indepth into the lifes and loves of a capricorn, I wonder if Nicky is a true capricorn?? I know for sure that I'm a true scorpio, and I have spoken to someone recently who is exactly the same as me, so I'm not alone in having the heightened senses of being a scorpio thats into the weird and unknown, and being that this person is a guy, gives me the thought that when astrology says there is a feminine and masculine side to each star signs, that theory to me is a bit untrue,
