Capricorn Zodiac Sign

Smart, hardworking, and fully in control of their destiny, a Capricorn will always get what they set their mind to, in both personal and professional life—no excuses. Capricorns may get a reputation as stubborn, but they simply know what they want, and also know how they wish other people would behave.

Natural rule-followers, Capricorns thrive on order and love strict rules, hierarchies, and set ways to do things. Can a Capricorn think outside the box? Yes, they can, but they prefer when they have strict boundaries to constrain against—free reign can make them feel paralyzed by choice. Capricorns are great at climbing the corporate ladder, and especially adept at making (and investing) money. Capricorns love family, and put a lot of stock in traditions. A Capricorn might stress themselves out trying to do everything perfectly—a Capricorn may feel like they must present a home-cooked meal every day, and would never admit to doing drive-thru or takeout. Capricorns believe presentation is everything, and their homes are usually Insta-worthy. A Capricorn sometimes is overly focused on what things look like, instead of how things feel, which could cause them to feel stifled and unhappy.

Capricorn needs to find a firm sense of self beyond how others perceive them, and recognize that racking up achievements is only one small part of their personality.

Capricorns are loyal friends, and have a funny and sly sense of humor when you get to know them—it is fun drawing them out of their shells. In love, Capricorn is a true partner, who is laser-focused on helping their partner find success and happiness. A Capricorn will dive into a relationship like a job, and believes that hard work can help make a bond as strong as possible. While sometimes a romantic conversation may veer toward feeling a bit like a board meeting, especially with action items and improvement plans, but if you roll with it, they have a point: Your bond will be stronger.

Capricorn’s Motto

“I can succeed at anything I put my mind to.”

Capricorn are amazing! Their name says it all:

C for confident
A for analytical
P for practical
R for responsible
I for intelligent
C for caring
O for organized
R for realistic
N for neat

Capricorn Greatest Gifts

Capricorn is intelligent, detail-oriented, and will not take no for an answer when they want something. Their hard working attitude is an inspiration to all, and they truly believe they can achieve anything with hard work. Capricorn is always ready to learn new skills, and sees something they don’t know—like changing a tire or boiling the perfect egg—as a challenge they must undertake. This attitude makes them a master of all trades, and they have esoteric knowledge that is impressive to all who know them.

Capricorn Greatest Challenges

Capricorns can be incredibly hard on themselves, and just as hard on other people. They can hold grudges and hold other people in their lives to impossible standards. Capricorns sometimes see one narrow way of doing something, and broadening their horizons and perspective can be incredibly helpful in giving them and others a break.

Capricorn Secret Weapon

Their tenacity. They believe that they truly can do anything, and they will dig in and get it done, no matter how exhausting or tedious the task. Capricorn will stay up all night if necessary and are almost superhuman in terms of being able to ignore exhaustion and laser focus on the task at hand.

The 5 Top Reasons to Love Being a Capricorn

1. Your bank account balance is enviable. You don’t get overly tempted by purchases, and have a gift for investing and saving.
2. Your mind is like a steel trap. You never forget anything or anyone, and can recall conversations from years ago.
3. Your home looks like it belongs on HGTV. Whether it’s a rental or you own it, you have an exacting eye for design, and know the exact touches to make anywhere—even a hotel room—seem like a home.
4. You never lose anything, and always have the important files, passwords, and papers close at hand. Your organization saves your time and sanity.
5. You are polished. You never don’t know what to say and seem to avoid awkward situations as you are an expert at small talk, and also really good at knowing exactly what to say to make other people feel good.

Classic (Famous) Capricorns

John Legend, Bradley Cooper, Kate Middleton, Liam Hemsworth, Michelle Obama, Ellen Degeneres

Capricorn Friend Compatibility

Capricorn Friendship Style

Loyal, loving, and all about tradition, inside jokes, and the shared stories that make up friendship, Capricorn takes friendships incredibly seriously. They love taking care of their friends, and may make dinner, clean their closet, or use whatever their Capricorn strengths are to help make their friends lives better. Capricorn pushes their friends to the max, and isn’t afraid to let their friends know if they are disappointed in their actions and behaviors. Capricorn will not let bad behavior go unnoticed, and will gently call out a friend who may have forgotten a birthday, complete with a reminder—like a gift of a calendar—to ensure it won’t happen again. A Capricorn knows that they may not always be the “fun” friend—if they go on a friend trip or bachelor or bachelorette party, they want to be in bed by ten—but they also know that they bring some pretty great gifts to the table. A Capricorn inspires and challenges their friends, and expects the same in return.

Best Friend Match for Capricorn: Taurus

Both Earth signs, Capricorn and Taurus are a natural match, and like getting into a routine together. These friends are great at going after goals—they may meet and become fast friends in a marathon training group, for example. Taurus and Capricorn can both be stubborn and unforgiving, and a disagreement might end up in a frosty silent treatment situation. However, Capricorn and Taurus also have big hearts and are willing to forgive and forget, and also laugh a bit about their mutual stubborn streak. These friends may have instinctively found themselves as toddlers, and become almost sibling-like in their relationship. They both like frequent check-ins and gifts, and like to text and speak on the phone frequently. Constant connection keeps them close.

How to Make Friends with a Capricorn

Be persistent. A Capricorn may seem distant, but they really just don’t want to invest until they know it’s worth it. A Capricorn is always observing you, and is always sussing out whether or not you might be a good fit for their inner circle. Character matters a lot to Capricorn; being honest, rolling up your sleeves, and working hard are all impressive skills. Invite a Capricorn to do something with you. They sometimes don’t see the “point” to a coffee or wine date, but would love going for a walk, run, or hike, or accompanying you to a class or lecture.

How to Stay Friends with a Capricorn

Stay in touch. Remember their birthday, check in, ask how they’re doing, and send presents every so often—only beautiful, sustainable things, please. A Capricorn doesn’t like when friends disappear, and even if you and your Capricorn pal are separated by long distances, it’s important to show you care by frequently texting and having a continuous conversation over text. A Capricorn loves ritual and shared stories, and can play the “remember when” game for hours. And even if they don’t seem sentimental, they are—printing out photos and getting one framed will go a long way in showing a Capricorn just how much you care about them.

3 Reasons Why Capricorns Make Great Friends

1. They are loyal. They will always have your back, even if they don’t agree with what you are doing. They may get a bit parental in giving you lectures, but it’s only because they care and want what is best for you.
2. They remember everything. When you come to their house, your favorite wine is chilling, and they never have to guess your shoe or shirt size for birthdays. They remember the names of every family member and every ex—for better or worse—and you sometimes feel like they know your history even better than you know your own.
3. They recognize your gifts and strengths. Sometimes, it feels like the Capricorn in your life is a therapist/guidance counselor, but they can push you to where you want to be, even providing action plans and checklists for how to get there.

Capricorn Love Compatibility

Capricorn Love Style

Ruled by strict Saturn, Capricorn knows, expects, and even relishes the tough parts of relationships. They are in it for the long haul, and know the best relationships have storms. It’s not as if they are fatalistic—but Capricorns are realistic and aren’t going to have a rosy view of romance.

That said, Capricorns are expansive and generous in love, and adore being wined and dined. They love the formality of early dating, and may be quite strict about following “the rules” of romance—even if those rules are made up. Typically, they may follow gender norms of dating, expecting the man to call first and the man to pay on the first date, but Capricorn isn’t strict, and is always willing to consider another path or another way. Capricorns can be regimented, and love having a specific night of the week for date night. Capricorns thrive on routine, and may love staying at home on weekends, under the covers, with nothing but them and their lover. Capricorns love spending time only with their lover, especially in the early stages of a relationship, which can be frustrating to their friends and family.

Capricorns are serious monogamists, and although they can be cautious in every other aspect of their lives, they are the sign who is likely to fall deeply in love with someone, and it’s not unusual for a Capricorn to get married after only several months of dating. They know their hearts well, and don’t hesitate to lock things down when they know that the relationship is right. And their instincts are on point—loyal Capricorns stay in relationships for the long haul. They aren’t afraid of therapy if their relationship needs help, and approach problems as a bump in the road, capable of fixing with honesty, trust, and hard work from both partners.

Best Zodiac Love Matches for Capricorn

Taurus: These two earth signs are anchored in friends and family, have clear goals, and are good at taking the steps achieved to reach them. These two earth signs are also passionate within the confines of their relationship—they may not have earth-shattering first date sex, but will have incredible sex for decades to come.

Virgo: Serious, loyal, and committed, these two signs are all about passion in predictability. What’s wrong with a standing Saturday date night if it leads to explosive sex later, guaranteed?

Pisces: Dreamy Pisces can help Capricorn learn to love their imagination, and Capricorn can help Pisces get their heads out of the clouds and back to reality. There is never a dull moment with these two signs, and their commitment and love to each other ensures they stay together.

Favorite Date Nights For Capricorn

Wine date for two, please. Capricorn likes to keep it classic and classy, and expects a first date to dress up and pull out the charm. A Capricorn is turned off by lack of plans, and showing up for a date with dirty sneakers and a “I guess we could go here” attitude turns them off.

Capricorns love old school glamour, and love going to elegant cocktail bars—bonus if there’s a piano player in the corner. As a Capricorn gets more comfortable with their partner, they may prefer to stay at home on date nights. They tend to love cooking, and a well-made meal, a bottle of wine, and a movie can be the perfect night for Capricorn. And while Capricorn thrive in a routine, it may be helpful for a partner to help bring them out of their shells and shake things up a bit. Capricorns are so detail-oriented and on top of every other aspect of their lives that it’s a true treat for them to take the backseat,and allow their partner to do all the planning. Setting up reservations, so all they have to do is show up, is one small action that can make a Capricorn feel deeply cared for and cherished.

The Deal with Capricorn and Fire Signs

It’s common for earth sign Capricorn to become downright obsessed with fire signs—the sign they aren’t supposed to go for. So why the attraction, and can it ever work?

Fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittrarius) speak to Capricorn’s deep need for excitement. Capricorn is fascinated with the unknown, and wants to tame things that are wild. Capricorn sees a fire sign as a challenge, and may want to subdue them to become their perfect partner. Capricorn is also entranced by the unpredictability of a fire sign’s approach to life. There is never a dull moment, and this can be pretty enticing for Capricorn, who always has their life planned and mapped out for the future. But despite the initial attraction, there are, well, sparks! Fire signs feel stifled by Capricorn’s need to know every move; Capricorns are driven crazy by the fact that they just can’t seem to know what the fire sign will do next. So, can this match ever work?

In short, yes! The trick is for each sign to give each other space to breathe, space to do their thing, and find compromise in the middle. Caps can be spontaneous, and fire signs can hold a standing Thursday date. Meeting in the middle is a sign of caring.

Both sign pairs also value respect above all else, so if the two signs are too different to be a match, both parties will come to that understanding sooner rather than later. If both can put aside pride and elevate mutual admiration, they may even be able to remain friends long after the romance has faded.

How to Seduce a Capricorn

Save the big moves for a fire sign. A Capricorn wants to see steadiness from a potential partner, and being there when you say you will be goes far in a Capricorn’s book to prove your loyalty. They love being wined and dined, but within reason—take them to a five-star restaurant, don’t book a first class ticket to a five star restaurant in another country if you’ve only just met. Be slow and steady, and recognize that they may need space and time to allow you into their lives. Their life is well-crafted and curated long before they met you, and for a Capricorn, it’s not that easy to just have you tag along to parties with friends. It takes time for them to allow you into their inner circle and life, and realizing this can be helpful in learning how to hold back. Here, three more ways to seduce a Capricorn.

• Know your wine: In general, Capricorns aren’t big drinkers, but they do appreciate knowledge of wine. Knowing your labels, or learning different types of wine together, by going to a wine-tasting, can be a huge turn-on to a Cap.
• Build them a chair: Earth sign Caps love DIY, and are obsessed with people who make things with their hands. They appreciate the hard work that goes into craftsmanship, so making something—or offering to fix or repair something in their house—goes a long way.
• Have a life: Success is an aphrodisiac to a Capricorn, and they love seeing you working hard and building a successful life. The busier you are, the more impressed they’ll be.

How to Make Love to a Capricorn

Capricorn may have a reputation as being buttoned up, but that isn’t entirely true. Capricorns are slow to warm up, and they prefer having an emotional connection to their partners. They love slow burn sex, where flirty texts, plenty of time to shower solo, and a long dinner with plenty of compliments lead up to time in the bedroom together.

Capricorn is a generous lover, and expects the favor to be reciprocated. They love having a lover spend hours savoring every inch of their body, and feels like lovemaking is a gift to be savored. They aren’t huge fans of quickie sex, but will do so to keep the connection alive. As earth signs, physicality is very important to Capricorns, and regular sex is a key part of their connection to their partner.

Capricorn isn’t a huge fan of new toys or positions, and prefers to stick to tried and true. That said, they have a “why not” philosophy, and their curiosity may lead them to trying new things, especially if it’s something their partner wants to try. And while sex is serious to a Capricorn, they also appreciate the silly side, and giggling in bed is one of their favorite things. After all, sex is one of the ways a Capricorn lets off steam, and they like a no-holds-barred bedroom where emotions of all forms can run rampant.

If You Love a Capricorn Woman

Be your best self. A Capricorn woman loves to see a partner who is continually striving to be the best person they can be, and wants their partner to also push them. If you date a Capricorn woman, know she doesn’t “need” you, and when she chooses to spend time with you, she has plenty of other things she could have done. Do not take a Capricorn woman’s time for granted! If you love a Capricorn woman, it’s important to know she relishes periods of time by herself, even when she is madly in love with you. She needs downtime in order to be her best self. Be aware that she may approach your relationship like a job, but that doesn’t mean that it’s a drag to her—it just means that checklists, performance reviews (aka “state of the union addresses”) and consistent communication are the ways she approaches everything, even relationships. Learning to speak frankly about what could be better in your relationship truly can make it the best it can be.

How to Communicate With a Capricorn Woman

Be honest and be direct. Capricorn women may have a reputation as being unemotional, that’s not the truth, though. Capricorn women have a deep wealth and reservoir of emotion, but they tend to work best with logistics and rationality. They want to hear facts, and they may not want a long drawn out period of hashing out emotions. Capricorn thrives on compliments, and regular I love you’s are important for Capricorn to hear. They also love traditions and small ways for you to show your love. Capricorn is so used to taking charge and being in control that they adore when their partner takes that work on the home front. Capricorn likes when a home runs smoothly and not being tidy or not cooking dinner when you say you will may be seen as a personal affront by a Capricorn.

If You Love a Capricorn Man

A Capricorn man may seem pretty straightforward, but he has a lot of layers—if you’re lucky enough to uncover them. It’s important to learn his love language and coach him on yours—a Capricorn man will want to learn, but may need some help knowing how he can support you. For example, a Capricorn man is often focused on fixing things. If you complain about an issue at work, he may seem like he isn’t on your side, but he’s really just seeing the issue from a logical point of view and trying to troubleshoot. Letting him know that sometimes you don’t need a “fix,” you just need a shoulder to cry on can be helpful. And let him let you take care of him. A Capricorn man wants to be in control and be the provider, and he can be, but drawing a bath, planning a weekend away, or otherwise taking control can be incredibly welcome for a Capricorn man. Finally, don’t tell a Capricorn man what to do. Should he be working 80 hours a week? Probably not, but nagging does nothing. Far better is to recognize that Caps are sometimes obsessive about projects, but their interest usually fluctuates, and he will soon have 80 hours a week for you.

How to Communicate With a Capricorn Man

It’s important to be direct with a Capricorn man—they won’t pick up on subtlety or passive-aggressive behavior. If you’re unhappy with them, tell them, and they will do their best to fix it. It’s also important to keep the focus on the future—while Cap guys can be sentimental, and love a trip down memory lane and playing the “remember when” game, a Capricorn man doesn’t like when old fights are brought back up, and don’t have a lot of patience for grudges. They love working on a project together—always having a goal or project, from running a half marathon together to getting better in the kitchen—can make you both closer.

Should You Marry a Capricorn?

Yes! Loyal, honest, and committed to family and partnership, a Capricorn can help you be your best self, while creating a comfortable home that you both will love. A Capricorn loves those closest to them, and may be working incredibly hard—but only because they want to make a comfortable home for their family. A Capricorn considers you both a team, and will do anything for you. A Capricorn prizes romance, and can create an unbreakable bond for decades to come.

Signs That a Capricorn Is Playing for Keeps

Capricorn may seem aloof, and may play their cards close to their chest. It may take awhile for them to say “I love you,” and a decision to move in together can be made maddening with spreadsheets, bank account statements, and other ephemera to try to justify the choice as an economic one. Here, three signs that a Capricorn is serious about a relationship.

1. They stop paying you back. Caps are all about fairness, and in other signs, this could be a sign of a mooch. But if you pick up ice cream and they don’t offer you money, it’s a sign they see you as a unit, and know the money will eventually be paid back down the road.
2. They skip Wednesday night yoga class. Or Saturday spin, whatever. A Capricorn thrives on routine, and elevates that above all else. If they skip that routine for you, it’s a sign that you have their heart.
3. They make space in their home for you. A place for everything and everything in its place is a Capricorn motto. If they clear a drawer, suggest you leave a toothbrush, or allow you to bring in an accessory, decoration, or plant, it’s a sign they truly see you as a part of their life.

Capricorn Relationship Red Flags

A Capricorn’s first instinct is to speak up if there is a problem, but a Capricorn won’t keep sounding the alarm. Don’t assume that everything is back to normal just because they’re no longer talking about any problems or issues. A Capricorn may already be disengaging, but the process can take a bit of time, since cautious Capricorn wants to make sure they have all their i’s dotted and t’s crossed. They don’t want to pull the rug from under a relationship prematurely, and also want to make sure you will be okay. They do care about your feelings, and will do everything they can to make sure that you will be able to move on, both emotionally and financially. To that end, they may ask friends to check up on you, or may give you a generous check at the end of a relationship. A move like this may seem callous, but they are doing so because they want to provide for you. Capricorn red flags include being cagey about schedules, suddenly having reasons or excuses to be out of the house on weekends, and constantly critiquing or harping on your appearance, behaviors, or likes and dislikes.

How Capricorn Deals With a Broken Heart

A Capricorn may seem stoic, and only their very closest friends may know how much a Cap is hurting inside. To try to suss out how a Cap’s emotions are post-breakup, look at their calendar. The busier they seem to be, the more broken up they are inside. A Cap deals with their sadness by action, so a Cap who has experienced a broken heart may start burning the midnight oil at work, or may start training for a half marathon or taking a French class. A Capricorn also may seem to pick up new activities or drop old friends and behaviors after a breakup. A Capricorn sometimes becomes symbiotic with their partner, and when a breakup occurs, a Capricorn frequently sees the split as an opportunity for self transformation.

The Capricorn Lifestyle

For the Capricorn In Your Life

Best gifts: Candles! Candles make a house a home, and even though Capricorn is a minimalist, they can’t resist eco-friendly soy candles in muted colors, that are often lit everywhere in the house.

Best spa package: Manicure. Buffed, polished, with plenty of hand lotion, Capricorns are never without neat hands, and love low-key luxury. The color they choose may be nude or clear, but both male and female Caps love having elegant fingers.

Best cocktail: Pinot grigio. A simple white wine, sipped and savored over the course of the meal, is usually what a Capricorn appreciates. But sparkling water is also a close second—Caps don’t like to lose control, and may save imbibing for (very) special occasions.

How Capricorn Unwinds

Capricorn adores to-do lists and may love bullet journaling. To them, it’s not an administrative task, it’s a way of making sense of their world. A Capricorn loves feeling accomplished, and for a Capricorn, tackling a DIY home project or complicated cooking project can be a great way for them to let their mind wander. An earth sign, Capricorn loves using their hands, and loves making things. A Capricorn loves being busy and loves a goal — to a Capricorn, training for a marathon or triathlon is an ideal way to unwind.

Capricorn Social Life

Capricorn has a set, small group of friends, and the friends they have now may well be friends they made when they were toddlers. Capricorns truly believe in the power of lifelong friendship, and love having a very small circle of friends they have a long history with, who they trust implicitly. Capricorns tend to prefer doing things one on one or in small groups, and don’t love going to parties. Capricorns can be hard to get to know, but once you have one in your inner circle, you have a friend for life. Capricorns are so intense and busy in their lives that they are often happy to spend downtime by themselves—they’re not lonely, they’re recharging.

Capricorn Favorite Season

Even though their birthdays are in the dead of winter, Capricorns love summer, and love camping, hiking, and spending all night under the stars. Capricorns can be fastidious, and can bring camping to the next level, but being in nature can help tame Capricorn’s intensity. Capricorns love spending days outside soaking up Vitamin D and will always choose to have a meal outside rather than in if there is any sort of option.

The Best Vacations for Capricorn

Capricorn loves self-improvement, so any vacation with that element is an A plus in their book. Capricorns are big on wellness retreats, and love the idea of learning a new skill while they are on vacation. A cooking class in the South of France, for example, is a great way for Capricorns to learn while indulging—the best of both worlds for a Capricorn.

Capricorn Power Colors

Intelligent, cool, logical and connected to the earth, Capricorn does best with grounding colors that speak to their cool intensity and can help them connect to their rational self. Here, the best colors for Capricorn.

Dark blue: A dark blue speaks to Capricorn’s depth of intelligence, and also speaks to the intensity lying below Capricorn’s smooth surface. While Capricorn seems placid and in control, like the ocean, there’s a lot swirling just out of view.

White: Caps see the world in black and white and strive for perfection. White is a great color to speak to Capricorn’s constant push to be the best.

Brown: An earth sign, Caps can wear brown like no other sign can, and can truly bring out the beauty and intensity of all brown shades, while the color can help ground a Cap.

Green: Another earthy color, Capricorns like this shade to help ground them and keep their feet on the ground, especially when life around them seems crazy and unstable.

The colors that Capricorn should avoid are:

Red: Red can be too intense for the practical, low-key vibe Capricorn tries to espouse.

Gold: Caps don’t love glitter, and may feel showy and overpowered in metallic shades.

Orange: Similar to red, orange can be too overpowering and excite Capricorn, instead of calming them down and allowing them to play to their strengths of logic and perserverence.

Capricorn Health & Wellness

Capricorn Ailments: Knee pain is common; ACL injuries can often be seen in Capricorns. In addition, Capricorns show their stress on their skin, and breakouts, eczema, and rashes are unfortunately all too common.
Capricorn Strengths: Sheer force of will. Capricorns will not accept physical limitations, and often drive their doctors crazy by not following.
Capricorn Weaknesses: Capricorns can sometimes get annoyed at their body, and may need to really learn how to focus on tuning into their body and what it needs. Mind-body awareness can help keep certain physical ailments at bay, and more importantly, can help Caps catch a problem before it becomes a major issue.

The Best Fitness Routines for Capricorns

SLT classes. A combination of cardio and Pilates, SLT keeps your heart pumping, your mind engaged, and the mental stamina it takes can make it feel more like meditation—which is just what you need.

About Those Capricorn Skin Flare Ups

Capricorns have a ton of skin products, can recommend them to others better than any employee at a makeup counter, and can have complicated clinical discussions with their dermatologists, but they also seem to struggle with flare ups, despite their knowledge and skincare routine. What gives? Why do Capricorns have skin issues? The answer lies in the mind-body connection, or lack of it. Capricorns are experts at keeping their emotions to themselves, but they have to come out somewhere, and it’s often via the skin. In addition, Capricorns can stress themselves, and their skin, out. Capricorns are such creatures of habit that small deviations, like eating a different selection of food than they’re used to, can cause skin eruptions. Capricorns should stick to what works, routine wise, and working with a dermatologist and recognizing triggers, including emotional ones, can help Caps stay on top of any skin issues that may come up in their lives.

The Top 10 Ways Capricorn Beats the Blues

Capricorns can get frustrated when life isn’t going their way. They can be optimistic, but hate when their emotions—bad or good—get the best of them. Here, how Capricorns beat the blues and get out of whatever mood is getting them down.

1. Read a book. Caps love engaging their minds, and find that often helps them escape any low mood.
2. Talk to family. For Caps, family is everything, and talking to their relatives is one way to remind them that they have a ton of people who have their back.
3. Declutter. Caps hate clutter. Going through the closet with a garbage bag and a donation spot in mind can help elevate the mood of a Capricorn like nothing else.
4. Cook. Earthy Caps love touching and smelling ingredients, and getting busy in the kitchen helps them beat a bad mood.
5. Take a bath. Caps don’t do this enough! A bath isn’t an indulgence, it’s a necessity, and doing so can help Caps clear their mental clutter.
6. Redecorate. Caps are deeply affected by their home environment, and often, cleaning and rearranging their house can help them emerge in a better mood.
7. Take a yoga class. Confession: Caps tend to hate the first few yoga classes they attend, but the more they keep going, the more they find it helpful for their mind and body.
8. Get a cup of coffee. Caps thrive on caffeine, and also love the ritual of going to a coffee shop. Elevate the experience and make it a treat by ordering a latte or mocha instead of your usual cup of joe.
9. Head to a museum. Caps appreciate art, and walking around a museum—preferably solo—can help shift their perspective.
10. Volunteer. Deeply conscientious Caps have a strong social justice streak, and volunteering is a great way for them to help remember the world exists beyond their routines and to-do lists.

Healing Herbs for Capricorn’s moods:

These are the best herbs for Capricorn, and can help them focus on the best parts of themselves.

rosemary: Not only can this herb help soothe aching joints, it can also give mental clarity to Capricorns.

tarragon: Caps sometimes feel their brain spinning, especially when it’s time to go to sleep. Tarragon can help them calm down and get some much needed rest.

marjoram: This spice can help a Cap snap out of a bad mood and can help them continually see the bright side and remember that tomorrow is always another day.

chamomile: Like tarragon, chamomile can help calm the overactive mind of a Capricorn. In addition, chamomile is an anti-inflammatory, which is very important to sporty Caps.

Capricorn Spirituality

The Best Crystals for Capricorn: Azurite. This stone can help Capricorn elevate to their higher self, and is also a great stone for Capricorns to accept other people as they are and invite them into their lives.

Capricorn Healing Mantra: “I make my own reality.”

Capricorn Spirit Color: A dark blue speaks to the deep depths and deep intelligence of the Capricorn soul, and is a great color to help them tune into their deeper, “knowing” side—which is sometimes at odds with the logical checklist side they often follow.

Capricorn Spiritual Side

Capricorn is practical and initially skeptical of certain religious tenets. That said, Capricorns can be incredibly spiritual and may also be leaders in religious institutions, as they love the scholarship and history of diving deep into religious texts. They also have a certainty and surety that is incredibly comforting to parishioners.

Capricorn may find themselves going through a period of deep disbelief in adolescence or their twenties, and they may find that their spiritual journey is full of twists and turns. They may find several months, years, or even decades of their lives where they may not feel they have an active spiritual practice, but it’s unusual to find a Capricorn who has never had some sort of relationship to the Divine—whatever that means for them.

For Capricorns, solo time is spiritual, and even if they don’t have a strict “belief system,” they do find that having solo rituals, even if it’s just a silent cup of coffee, is everything for their mood and their success.

Capricorn Karma Boosters

Every sign has to deal with unfinished business. For Capricorn, it’s learning to accept “good enough”—both in themselves and others. While striving for perfection often leads Capricorn to success, it may lead to others feeling like they can never live up to Capricorn’s exacting expectations. Here, karma boosters Capricorns can incorporate into their lives.

1. Ignore the to-do list. Just for today. Things will get done, and you may find that interesting things happen when you’re not racing from point A to point B.
2. Be five minutes late. This is especially good if you’re meeting someone who is chronically late. You know you always wait for them—leave them waiting for awhile. It may help you cut others some slack, and give you more freedom in your schedule.
3. Do something you’re bad at. Not good at drawing? That’s the best reason to bust out a crayon and paper. Not everything needs to be professional quality to be worth it, and for a Cap, giving themselves permission to suck—for lack of a better word—can be enormously liberating.
4. Work with kids. Volunteering with kids can help Caps get out of their heads and focus on freedom, playfulness, and having fun. Kids are the experts at going with the flow, and Caps could learn a lot from them.
5. Donate money. Caps can have a pretty tight handle on their finances, but donating money can help them realize that they can be generous and still have plenty of money left over.

Capricorn Career, Money & Success

Capricorn Career Mantra: “I can achieve anything I set my mind to?”

Capricorn greatest career strength: Determination. A Capricorn will push themselves beyond their limits to get a job done on time. A Capricorn will not take “no” for an answer, either from themselves or from an underling, and knows that there is always a way to do the impossible.

Capricorn greatest career challenge: Rigidity. Capricorn can follow the rules of a job to a T, but may be passed over for promotions because they may not think outside the box. Capricorns are staid rule followers, and may need to work on thinking beyond the boundaries of a job or task to truly prove their leadership and innovation potential.

Capricorn Work Style

Slow, steady, and methodical, a Capricorn is dependable in the office, and is often first in and last out. A Capricorn never waits until the last minute, and it’s not unusual for a Capricorn to begin a project the day it’s assigned.

A Capricorn seems to be able to take it all on, and gravitates toward careers, like law or finance, where the pressure is on. Capricorn thrives under pressure, and loves the challenge of seeing just how much they can fit in a 24 hour day. Capricorns are very good at setting boundaries, and don’t let emotion get in the way of their work life. A Capricorn is a fair, exacting boss, who expects their reports to be just as hardworking as they are. Personal excuses don’t go far with Capricorns, and they truly just want to see the work done, and done well.

Capricorn can get frustrated when peers don’t seem to work as hard, yet sail ahead, and sometimes get stuck on work projects that require imagination or out of the box thinking. Art classes, or other creative pursuits outside the office can help them achieve these soft skills, which can help their supervisors see them as the rockstars they are.

Capricorns are adept at office politics, and never have a problem finding or keeping a job. They get a lot out of their employment, and see work as one avenue to find meaning and purpose in their lives and world.

Capricorn Dream Careers

CEO: Capricorn is a natural leader and great at facing a board and making strategic moves to make a company successful.

Lawyer: Bring on the long hours and intense focus on document review. Capricorn use their keen attention to detail to find spots other people may have missed, and usually are great in the field of law.

Hedge fund manager: Caps naturally love money, and don’t get stressed managing large amounts. They love the science and craft behind financial management, and like working under the intense pressure of a hedge fund.

Research scientist: Intelligent Capricorns are incredibly brainy, and love getting caught up in research; the more obscure the field, the better.

Architect: With an eye for detail and natural mathematical abilities, Caps are great architects, who can come up with unique concepts for both home and commercial properties.

Capricorn and Money

Capricorn is good at making money and excellent at saving money. They have a keen mind for investments, and genuinely love putting aside money for a rainy day. A Capricorn knows the value of a dollar, and loves couponing and saving money, even if they don’t “need” to do so. A Capricorn may comparison shop for ages until they finally bite the bullet and buy a product, and a Capricorn doesn’t like spending unnecessary money, and may need to be coaxed into spending money on luxuries—and for a Capricorn, even a coffee bought out is a luxury.

A Capricorn is good at investments, and may see it as a hobby. That said, Capricorns may need to be coaxed into contributing financially to charity; something that they genuinely enjoy once they actually open their wallet.

A Capricorn is good at negotiating, but while they are great making money in a corporate setting, they may not be as entrepreneurial as other signs, because they don’t want to take a risk, and they don’t want to put their own money into their ideas. This may limit their financial possibility. Learning to take smart financial risks can be a very good lesson for cautious Capricorn.

If You Work for a Capricorn Boss

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work. Capricorn bosses demand excellence, and want their reports to work just as hard as they do. They expect people to come early, stay late, and never, ever give an excuse for why a project won’t be done in time. A Capricorn boss doesn’t care about personal excuses, and doesn’t necessarily want you to bring your personal life into the office. Capricorn bosses can be aloof, and will only warm up once you prove yourself to them.

Capricorn bosses may not give praise easily. The best way to know you’re doing good work for a Capricorn boss is to pay attention to how they treat you. If a Capricorn boss piles work on your desk, it’s actually a compliment, as it means they trust you. A Capricorn boss may also pick apart details, but not to shame you—they are obsessed with details and imagine everyone else is too. Here, other Capricorn boss traits:

Hard working: Even if they’re the CEO, a Capricorn boss is usually found at their desk, doing work. They won’t take advantage of their position to come late or leave early.

Aloof: A Capricorn boss believes in clear demarcations between work and social life, and is unlikely to regularly socialize with people outside work hours, especially if they are a manger. A Capricorn will be friendly, but prefers to have their private life be private.

Neat: Don’t expect to find much personal ephemera on the desk of a Capricorn. A Capricorn prefers to leave their desk as personality-free as possible; a small black and white photo in a frame may be all you see of their “real” life.

Intelligent: A Capricorn boss may quiz you on headlines or obscure knowledge. It’s not as if they are trying to throw you under a bus or prove their knowledge, it’s just that intelligent Caps assume everyone else has as wide a range of interests and knowledge as they do.

Success oriented: A Capricorn wants to succeed, and they want you to do so, too. Partnering with a Capricorn and asking them for help on how to get to the next level benefits you both: Capricorns love sharing their experience and knowledge, and you’ll learn a lot from this hardworking sign.

What Success Means to a Capricorn

A Capricorn sees their success by their job title and the amount of money in their bank account, and it may take another sign to help them shift their perspective and see that success can take other forms, too. A Capricorn will be personally hurt by a job loss, even if it was part of a general restructuring, and doesn’t feel useful unless they have some sort of job. A Capricorn may make work a priority over family and friends, and again, it may be up to other signs to help them shift perspective. Capricorn prides themselves on how hard they work, and will give their all, even to a volunteer opportunity or internship. Capricorn will never half-ass a job, and truly believes that a job well done is its own reward.

Awakening the Inner Capricorn Goat

Smart, fleet-footed, and available to survive pretty much anywhere, the goat is a noble symbol for Capricorn. Here, how to tap into the inner Capricorn goat.

Do something solo: Independent Caps thrive on solo time, but they also love spending time with a partner. If a Capricorn ever feels on edge or unsure of where they stand, a date with themselves can help them feel better.

Go mountain climbing. A bit literal? Sure! But a Capricorn, like it’s goat spirit animal, thrives on outdoor activities and adventure, and rock climbing can help a Cap focus and shift their thoughts like nothing else.

Make dinner: You know how goats eat tin cans and can make anything dinner? Just watch a Cap with a refrigerator of leftovers! Caps have a huge reserve of resourcefulness, and cobbling together a meal from nothing can help a Cap remember just how much they can do.

Play: You know how goats have playful fights to reach the top of a mountain or hill? Caps can sometimes get way too caught up in the seriousness of life. Learning how to play—throwing one-liners back and forth or blowing off steam through a game of pickup basketball—can help a Cap blow off steam and can help them truly appreciate their whole lives.

All of the above are especially powerful in a month that manifests a full moon in Capricorn!

Capricorn Parent & Child

The Best Toys for a Capricorn Child

A toy kitchen, a toy car, a toy mop and broom set (or a real one!) Capricorns love pretending to be grown ups, and can engage in imaginative play for hours with a play kitchen or play grocery store. Encourage their imagination, and focus on games that are open ended, where there is no winner.

The Best Activities for a Capricorn Child

Capricorn kids are wise beyond their years and tend to enjoy the company of adults. They love helping their mom and dads, and are happy doing chores. That said, it’s important to help Capricorn kids become friends with other kids their own age. They may hang back on the playground, so a parent of a Capricorn may have to help their kid out of their shell. Playing imaginative, open-ended games is a great idea; Cap kids can get overly competitive, and a game of tag can lead them to tears. Learning how to play cooperatively will make for a happy, friendly Capricorn.

Books Every Capricorn Child Must Read

Smart, bookish, and in love with the written word, it’s not hard to introduce Capricorn to the joys of reading. Here, some of the books that will especially resonate with Capricorns. Below, the best books for Capricorn:

Horton Hatches the Egg, Dr. Seuss. The story of an elephant who sits on an egg until it hatches will resonate with determined Capricorn kids—especially the repeated line in the story: I said what I said, and I meant what I meant, an elephant’s faithful, 100%. Just like Capricorn!

Llama, Llama, Mad at Mama, Anna Dewdney. The story of a little llama who gets angry at the supermarket will speak to the tendency of Capricorn kids to have temper tantrums. They can learn that it’s okay to get mad, and it’s okay to apologize, too.

Divergent, Veronica Roth. Determined and feisty Capricorn tweens and teens will inhale this sci-fi series, which will touch on the sense of duty Capricorns feel from the earliest age.

The Best Names for a Capricorn Child

Capricorn Personality: Determined, ambitious, and practical, a Capricorn can do anything they set their mind to—even as a kid. Intelligent and often wise beyond their years, the Cap baby merits a name with some gravitas.

The Best Names for Capricorn Boys: Capricorns wear last names as first names particularly well. If there aren’t any that stand out in your own family, consider a strong last name from your heritage or a country you admire: Adler (German, meaning eagle), Cohen (meaning priest), and West can be great places to start. And don’t cross off Biblical stalwarts like Peter, Paul, Saul, and Mark, which have withstood the test of time and are worthy of baby Goats.

The Best Names for Capricorn Girls: Names from the Old Testament, Bible, or Koran fit Capricorn babies very well. Think Eve, Laila, Maida, or Hannah. As with Capricorn boys, gender-neutral names that could be last names also work well: Think Quinn, Madison, or Kennedy.

How to Parent the Capricorn Child

Intense, intelligent, and serious, parents frequently hear that their Capricorn child is wise beyond their years. Capricorn children may be a serious from an early age, asking deep questions as a toddler, and they may also be quite sensitive to loud noises, routine deviation, and being watched by people other than their parents. Capricorn kids can become pretty obsessive about their interests—it’s not uncommon for a Capricorn kid to know the name of every single dinosaur or type of train. Help enable and ignite these interests by showing your enthusiasm and learning alongside your little goat!

Capricorn may be obsessed by what’s fair and what isn’t, especially if they have siblings. Older Capricorns may almost act like third parents, and it’s important not to give them too much responsibility. If a parent isn’t paying attention, they may treat a Capricorn kid as a mini adult, which doesn’t do any good for anyone.

Capricorn has a strong sense of fairness and social justice, and they may be quite critical of their parents when they become teens. Try not to take it too personally. It can be helpful to have some common interest or activity to help you both through the teen years. For example, reading together, even as a teen, can be helpful. You may not be reading books out loud, but sharing the same paperback and talking about themes and events in the book can be an easier way to connect than talking about actual feelings, which Capricorn shies away from.

Capricorn kids do have a silly, funny streak, and it’s helpful to draw it out. Encourage your Capricorn kid to play, and focus on collaborative activities, rather than competitive ones, at home. You can grow your Capricorn kid’s confidence by letting them follow their interests—a Capricorn kid may become the unofficial chef of your family. If it’s something they enjoy and it’s not interfering with their schoolwork, why not? Encourage their interests, give them plenty of room to grow, and a lot of love, and you’ll raise a confident, courageous, caring Capricorn.

Help them find their tribe. Capricorn children often have the temperament of little adults from an early age. These kids are more likely to be caught with their nose in a book than goofing off with other children, so placing your Capricorn child in group activities will ensure they have an outlet to express their sillier side.

Encourage their ambition. Baby Caps are go-getters and love to be the best. Encourage this ambitious trait, but also be prepared to do a lot of explaining and consoling when things don’t go so well.

Explain why. These children are far from rebels, but they can get pretty headstrong when they don’t understand the reasoning behind a rule you’ve set. Instead of relying on “because I said so,” try and take the time to give your little Capricorn the “why” behind your decision.

All About the Capricorn Teenager

A Capricorn teenager won’t cause trouble—at least not at school or with the police. But even though outsiders might see them as “good,” that doesn’t mean they’re not challenging. While a Capricorn works hard at school and gets a lot out of accolades and straight A’s, they may be especially critical, veering on mean, about their parents at home, and they may also close off to parents.

This can be frustrating, but trust that it’s in a Capricorn teen’s nature—they need to figure things out on their own, and may not yet have the words to describe what they’re feeling or experiencing. Capricorn teens, in particular, have trouble expressing their feelings. Giving them plenty of outlets is key. A Capricorn kid loves sports, and may really excel and be able to get their emotions out on the playing field. A Capricorn teen can become very myopic about their definition of success, and it’s up to a parent to help them shift their perspective. For example, a Capricorn kid may be caught up in getting all A’s in school. Having a parent who reminds them that grades aren’t the most important thing can be very helpful for Capricorn kids.

The adolescent years can be a challenge for Capricorn teens and their parents, and it’s very important as a parent to remind your Capricorn kid that you have their back no matter what. A Capricorn kid appreciates a parent who is honest and direct with them and who doesn’t hide “the real world” from them. A Capricorn teen and their parents can also connect over the news and real world events, which a Capricorn enjoys debating.

A Capricorn Teen Likes

Family: A Capricorn teen isn’t embarrassed by their parents, and finds reassurance in doing the same traditions they did as a kid. Keeping traditions the same year to year, and frequently looking at old family photos, can help anchor a Capricorn teenager.

Excellence: A Capricorn teen wants to be the best, and may stay up all night studying. It’s important for a parent to help a Capricorn teen learn some perspective.

Rules: A Capricorn teen doesn’t do well without structure, and likes rules and expectations. If you give them a curfew, they won’t miss it. If you tell them to come home whenever, they will feel insecure and unsure—for a Capricorn, a rule is love.

A Capricorn Teen’s Dislikes

Being stereotyped as a teen: Nothing drives a Capricorn kid more nuts than being seen as a “teenager.” They think of themselves as adults and would like others to recognize that.

School spirit days. While Caps love school and are also good at team sports, they hate the rituals with both, and may bristle at wearing school colors or uniforms on a certain day.

Surprises. Capricorn teens hate surprises, even good ones. The best way to make a Capricorn kid happy is to give them plenty of advance notice, and, if necessary, input as well. While any teenager would love a car for their birthday, Capricorn would appreciate picking it out—and is likely to choose the most budget-friendly choice, too!

Capricorn as Parents

How does a Capricorn personality mesh (or clash) with their offspring’s? Here’s how any Capricorn be an amazing parent to any kid in the zodiac:

Capricorn Parent, Aries Child

Capricorn parents love the intelligence and spirit of their Aries offspring, but occasionally wish they could settle down and follow the rules a little more. Aries kids learn discipline from their Capricorn parents.

Capricorn Parent, Taurus Child

Both earth signs, this is a great match. Both signs understand their need to be anchored, and appreciate that a life well lived doesn’t need to be crazy or unscripted. Tiny Taurus needs a lot of hugs and physical reassurance, which can be a learning curve for taciturn Capricorn.

Capricorn Parent, Gemini Child

Both intelligent and imaginative, these two signs can bond well over their love of life. Capricorn may want to reign Gemini in; Gemini can get frustrated by the same-old routine their Capricorn parent constructs.

Capricorn Parent, Cancer Child

These signs seem very different, but the beauty of this match is both signs draw the other out. Cancer children can help Capricorn parents become more in touch with their emotions; Capricorn can help Cancer learn to harness their potential and really focus it on a goal.

Capricorn Parent, Leo Child

These signs lock horns—a lot—but there’s a lot of love and respect on both sides. Once a Capricorn parent learns they can’t tame a Leo, a Leo will settle down and learn a lot from their Capricorn parent.

Capricorn Parent, Virgo Child

These two earth signs have a lot in common, but may have trouble connecting. Both taciturn and sometimes shy about talking through emotions, these signs can be oddly formal with each other. Learning some sort of common language—maybe by talking about books, music, or movies—can lead to a closer connection.

Capricorn Parent, Libra Child

Curious and intelligent, Capricorn parents see a lot of raw potential in their Libra kids, but just wish they could stop flitting around and really settle and home in on skills. Libra kids like that the rules are firmly laid out by their Capricorn parents, but sometimes will rail against them.

Capricorn Parent, Scorpio Child

This pair can be intense, but can also be pretty powerful for both parent and child. Capricorn parents may feel like their Scorpio kids are deliberately trying to torture them by breaking every single rule, but the more Capricorn can relax and see their Scorpio kids as unique individuals, the better. Meanwhile, Scorpio can help Capricorn think outside the box.

Capricorn Parent, Sagittarius Child

This can be a tricky dynamic, as Capricorn parents may feel their Sagittarius kids are a little too all over the map and wish they would settle down a bit. But Sagittarius is such a happy, optimistic sign that Capricorn can’t resist a Sagittarius smile, and Capricorn also learns it’s okay to ignore the to-do list and go with the flow.

Capricorn Parent, Capricorn Child

Capricorn parents expect a lot from their Capricorn kids—and vice versa. These signs can frequently disappoint each other, and the silent treatment is a regular punishment both dole out. But it’s not all gloom and doom. These signs work well working toward a project together, and are a pretty unstoppable team once they have a joint focus they can work toward.

Capricorn Parent, Aquarius Child

Capricorns are in awe of their little Aquarians, but may need some extra tools in order to connect with them. Aquarians, like their Capricorn parents, aren’t always forthcoming in their affection, so having a mutual project or interest can tighten this parent-child pair bond.

Capricorn Parent, Pisces Child

Capricorns are mystified by their Pisces kids, but also inspired to go deeper than they may have otherwise into their psyches. Pisces kids are intuitive and emotionally intelligent, and can get their Capricorn parents talking about their feelings like few others can, helping “soften” their Capricorn parent.