Capricorn: The Cardinal Earth Sign of the Zodiac

Capricorns is the cardinal earth sign of the zodiac. They are thoroughly practical, in the end the Goat always reaches the heights, beating others who are faster but less determined. All Capricorns must learn to understand the needs and feelings of others. They usually have good organizing skills and high, but realistic standards. They give sound advice, are fearless, loyal to tradition, and very hard working. Their negative characteristics include their tendency to believe their way is always the best and they are perfectionists who are never satisfied. They tend to take a very critical view to everything and can be egotistical and unforgiving. A typical Capricorn can not stand to be embarrased in public and is usually very secretive with personal affairs.

In love, Capricorn is a secret romantic who wants a perfect and secure love in his or her life. For them, love is the source of all inspiration. Capricorn is slow to make approaches and never flirts for fun. They only say "I love you" when it is really meant and they see no reason to keep repeating it. The only way Capricorn can enjoy love is if he or she feels financially secure. They expect to be admired and taken seriously by the loved one. Typically, they want a long-term commitment to make a home and family. They dislike divorce and will try for a very long time to keep their marriage or relationship holding on. However, if they do realized they have made a mistake in choosing to be with a partner, they will leave and it will be final and abrupt.

Young Capricorns may look older than their actual age. However, later in life, they tend to look younger than what they really are. The physical appearance of the Capricorn usually consists of a narrow forrehead between the temples, with deep frown lines. They also tend to have a swift style of walking, as they pay great attention to where they put their feet with each step they take. Capricorn men are usually stocky, have penetrating eyes, and very strong white teeth, but rarely smiles. They are very polite, and will take their time sizing other people up before they will relax enough to share their inner warmth. On the other hand, women have very small and well shaped bodies with slender necks. They too, have deep, serious eyes and cery white teeth. They are very self-conscious, can not stand to be teased, run well-kept homes, and always behave in a ladylike manner in public.

Capricorns like hot, simple food, sexual love, expensive gemstones, and whatever is regarded as the best, such as a Rolex. They do not like being teased, surprises, loneliness, or being made to feel useless. The opposite sign of Capricorn is Cancer, the Crab. They are both strong willed and may battle for supremacy concerning organization. Cancer can teach Capricorn how to sense other people's needs and feelings, and how to express his or her own emotions. Capricorns are such genuine people and very easy to talk to and get along with once they get to know a person. They can be moody and high strung at times, but overall they make great friends and lovers.