Capricorn is the 10th Sign of the Zodiac. Responsibility and Capricorn go hand in hand. For Capricorn, there are many lessons in life associated with responsibility, generally from taking on too much. Capricorn has to eventually learn to be responsible to themselves and their own needs, rather than to everybody else. Capricorn is the great teacher. They have an ability to recognise what others need to learn and will be a guiding force without interfering in that person's lesson. This will often seem cold and detached. A dry sense of humour is associated with Capricorn. This may seem rather strange because it appears to be such a serious sign. Capricorn was probably the inventor of situation comedy. They will see the funny side of quite ordinary situations that other people do not see as funny at all. It is the sign of business and brings quite a natural ability in this area. Capricorn is ambitious, in a quiet sort of a way. They steadily climb their way to the top, without fanfare, diligently working at whatever might be necessary. Once they get there, they stay there. Capricorn generally views that any gain to be expected in life will be commensurate with the amount of effort put in. In younger years, Capricorn may not want to accept this, but as life goes on, it will become obvious to them. If they are not willing to commit themselves, there will be little progress. Capricorn can be inclined to depression. This will be a result of things not going their way. They have to see that the world is not against them and learn to recognise what it is that they are doing wrong. Capricorn can be relied upon. They are loyal and are generally greatly valued by the people who are involved in their lives.

Capricorn rules the knees, skin, teeth and the skeleton of the body. Having personal planets or the ascendant in Capricorn will stimulate sensitivity, even health problems to these areas of the body.

If the Sun is in Capricorn: Must learn to recognise how things in life do become a solid reality or what the reality of a situation truly is. This will entail looking beyond appearances or what is initially presented. When proper focus is applied and the commitment made, the climb in life will more than likely be slow, but sure-footed and steady. There is generally a teaching element to whatever Capricorn gets involved in, requiring the development of skills that instruct other people in some way. Traditional values may have to be accepted somehow.

If the Moon is in Capricorn: Naturally responsible generally because this has been imposed early in life. Know that life wasn’t necessarily meant to be easy. Can readily recognise the lessons of life and will often be instrumental in ensuring that others come to understand these things. If this attitude isn’t taken there can be a proneness to depression. Must move on from automatically taking on obligations that others should be learning, even if it would be quicker to personally get it done. Have a sense of humour about the intricacies present in daily life.

If Mercury is in Capricorn: a serious mind. Will have a practical view of life. Focus and concentration will be diligent and persevering. Ideas can be rather conservative. Can be reserved about expressing their own opinion or ideas.

If Venus is in Capricorn: practical with money. Financial security is important, particularly where family is concerned. Serious about partnership commitments. Can remain tied to unhappy relationships through a sense of obligation, duty or responsibility. Will be attracted to others who have Capricorn traits.

If Mars is in Capricorn: will pursue things in a deliberate manner. Can utilise their energy very effectively. Action is direct, definite and usually predictable. Will certainly set out to be in control of the situation. Believes in rules and regulations.

If the Ascendant is in Capricorn: Natural caution and shyness will incline you to go into situations in a rather formal manner that can give an unapproachable appearance until people get to know you better. You tend to automatically take on responsibilities in any circumstances in which you find yourself.

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