Sun in Capricorn, Neptune in Cancer

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.

Neptune in Cancer ♋︎

Last Transit: Years 1901-1914

Neptune in Cancer in the natal chart creates a longing to be saved or rescued by someone seen as more emotionally secure and stable. This placement creates a very inspirational artistic vision closely in tune with the current vibration of the society of its time. There is a tendency to have a victim mentality which may lead individuals born during this transit to partner up with people or enter into relationships in which one can be rescued by a “knight in shining armor.” Neptune in Cancer brings a sense of rootlessness that needs to be reconciled. 

The relationship with home, family, or one’s roots is central to this placement. Having pride in the country or culture one comes from is a profound force operating in this generation. The emotional nature of these individuals can be confused at times. People with Neptune in Cancer are searching for validation for their emotional realities. They are longing for an external force to say they are okay just the way they are.

 You desire for society as a whole to authenticate what you are going through. There are deep connections to the past and history with this placement. Neptune in Cancer represents surrendering to your fears in order to overcome them.