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.
South Node in Capricorn ♑︎ in the natal chart
If your South Node is in Capricorn in your natal chart then you excel at getting things done with efficiency and discipline. You may have had past lives or current life circumstances in which you played or play the role of the boss or leader. The way you have lead or directed people may come at a cost for people’s emotions and feelings.
You are learning to recognize the emotional aspects to human life, the power of family, and group support. A South Node in Capricorn indicates you have already done it alone and proven yourself capable of figuring out how to handle many aspects of life. You are now being asked to look at things from a different perspective. Some ways in which you are learning to do this is by adjusting your timing, giving up your need for control, and allowing yourself to be open to vulnerability.
With this placement your soul is experiencing the impulse to connect emotionally with others. Often times this can be through family and parental relationships. These contacts may be the most powerful aspects operating in your current life. You are coming to a place of deep understanding by opening yourself up to greater experiences of love, compassion, and nurturing.