Sun in Capricorn, Mars in Virgo

Capricorn ♑︎ Sun in the Natal Chart 

Symbol: Sea goat

Element: Earth

Key Phrase: I use

Ruling Planet: Saturn

If you were born while the Sun was in the zodiac sign of Capricorn then this is your natal Sun sign. The Capricorn themes of determination, achievement, and responsibility are central to your identity. You put extreme dedication and hard work behind everything you undertake. You relentlessly push yourself and your boundaries in order to achieve the success you desire. 

Your symbol is the sea goat which is a mythological creature representing both land and sea. This speaks to your desire for the utility of your personality. You want everything you do to be of use not just to yourself but to society as a whole.

The element associated with Capricorn is earth giving your sign a dry sense of humor and pragmatic approach to life. You see things in practical terms but also understand that playfulness and whimsy are necessary to take the edge off. 

Saturn is the ruling planet of Capricorn representing responsibility and life’s road blocks. Capricorn can often be a misunderstood sign as there is a tendency towards introversion due to the halting nature of Saturn. Capricorn is very accepting of others as your sign has a deep wisdom about human struggle and empathy for those who are experiencing life’s ups and downs. 

Mars in Virgo ♍︎ in the Natal Chart

Archetypes: Analyst, Servant, Martyr 

What Drives You: Mars in Virgo in the natal chart will be driven towards perfectionism and accomplishment. Virgo energy typically has an inclination towards order, precision, and purity. With Mars in this location in your natal chart you will be deeply driven to analyze every angle of life’s scenarios. This may at times cause you to stagnate as you run through the multitude of possibilities that exist for every given situation. 

In this role you are driven to serve others. You have an underlying sense that part of your personality is here to make sure other people are taken care of. At times you may end up feeling like the martyr. Finding a balance between giving and receiving is a lesson this Mars in Virgo placement. Finding the courage to say, “No” to extra work or commitments can be very liberating for you!

Sexuality: Mars’ placement in the natal chart also helps illuminate aspects of your sexuality. As a Mars in Virgo individual your sexuality will be expressed through restraint. You are turned on by waiting and do not mind putting in the effort needed to secure the object of your affection. You are turned on by exclusivity enjoying having total commitment from your partners.