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Mars in Capricorn: The Power of a Volcano

I was discussing mars in Capricorn with a friend recently. She told me they are designed for elegant efficiency and i was thinking…yes, this is true, definitely. But there’s more to it. People with mars in Capricorn always leave me with this sense for layers, you know. But not in the complex way Scorpio or Gemini or Pisces are layered, no, it’s different. The main difference is you just don’t feel it’s up for exploration. With other signs, you get the idea that they would like to share their depths, to be known by the people they choose…their complexities and depths feel like a beautifully decorated museum where you explore room after room full of many intricacies and curiosities. Mars in Capricorn doesn’t feel inviting. It doesn’t feel accessible either. Their depth is not for show, it’s for use only - they don’t have various rooms of complexities, they possess layers after layers after layers that they’ve created. And that whole overwhelming structure creates their core, the core of mars in Capricorn. That’s where they take their energy from. This is what one might call “the powerhouse of the cell”. Depths they’ve designed and know better than the back of their hand, this is what creates the tremendous amounts of energy they channel into the ruthless efficiency with which they pursue their goals. That core exists so they can get what they want. And access for exploration is not something that can be easily granted to anybody.

This is why mars in Capricorn is most like a volcano out of the mars signs. I mean, one usually associates lava with fire, so explosions are seen as something of the fire realm, but with volcanos the thing is fire comes from the earth. The fire (mars) core exists beneath layers and layers of earth so it can keep together this whole high-functioning mechanism of the planet that we live on. this is why mars exalts in Capricorn - this is not a single destructive explosion of anger and will, this is a deep, deep core of power that fuels constructive and incessant action.

Two of the most important people in my life have mars in Capricorn and honestly…it feels incredible to be with someone like this. A little off-astrology, but according to human design i’m a projector so basically i’m a non-energy type and i seek out other people whose energy i can access and direct. Basically, the more open centers you have - and i have almost all of them - the more you can sample and taste other people’s energy to consider which one is best fitting for your guidance. With mars in Capricorn ppl, the feeling is kind of overwhelming for me. it’s like…i can smell it under the surface, that energy core which keeps them wired and i feel pulled towards it as if towards some sort of abyss. With my ex it really felt as if for the first time in my life i have the energy to do things. unlimited energy. Well, ofc i kept doing pointless stuff - come on, i’m a projector, i’ve never had a drop of energy in my life, what do you expect me to do with it all of a sudden lmfao. But it was an amazing feeling.

It’s not all strength and resilience though. Some people with mars in Capricorn may be going through life with the feeling that there is something locked deep down inside them, something so powerful it frightens them. This is the case especially when mars is afflicted with difficult aspects (square, opposition, quincunx, sometimes conjunction) with Saturn or Neptune. There is a feeling for power one cannot yield properly and wastes away. With difficult aspects with Pluto or Uranus the individual might feel as if they can access their own power but they’re much too frightened to use it as it bears a twisted quality to it. These aspects often bring a feeling shame connected to sexual preferences and a feeling that the individual is twisted or sick in some way, they might feel as if their desires are dirty and no good. Mars in Capricorn is a very potent placement, so it can be difficult to make use of and depending on the rest of the chart it can either bring strong fulfillment and ability to go after what you want or the sense of wasted potential. F.e. it can be pretty difficult for someone with a lot of Venus influence in the chart to have mars in Capricorn and it can lead to hyper identification with either Martian or Venusian energy and total disregard of the opposite one. If the individual with mars in Capricorn identifies too much with it in an attempt to run away from the Venus side that is trying to suffocate it they may act out, become workaholic, live goal to goal, promising themselves rest which never comes until they reach a complete burn out, try to control people all the time or even get addicted to sex. So yeah, especially with the exalted placements it’s important to remember one has to integrate their polarities fully. And try to not get lost in what feels like power if it cripples you of other aspects of your authentic self.

REVENGE ANGER

FEAR REGRET

These bygone products. via r/TheWayWeWere by @BB_67

part of becoming confident with yourself is just… posting it anyway. writing it anyway. even if you feel like it won’t be recognized, the process is just as important as the results. if you like what you do and who you are that validation will come naturally. shit won’t feel forced either.

‚The Apotheosis of war‘

Vereshchagin

– „To all great conquerors, past, present and to come“

Fixed Signs & Loyalty

I just want to talk a bit further about the fixed signs and how they feel about loyalty as well as being betrayed. As we head through the fixed signs, it’s as though the more stubborn traits become weaker almost? For example within archetypes, Taurus is the bull, the most openly stubborn fixed sign you can find. Then as we hit Aquarius, it becomes internal and their stubbornness will not be as exaggerated. (Sun & Mars mostly but others should be considered)

Taurus: People with personal planets in Taurus see loyalty as a given. They automatically trust everyone & will stay that way unless something drastic changes their mind. They’re the most loyal people you can find and will literally stick by your side through thick and thin, even if you wouldn’t necessarily do the same. They’re fiercely protective of their loved ones and things they care about. If you betray or shame them or people they love, they will turn, and become the bull they’re ever so famous for being. They’ll keep a cool head while ripping you apart. Don’t cross them. 

Leo: People with personal planets in Leo see trust and loyalty as something that needs to be earned, and won’t give it out to just anyone. They, like Taurus, are fiercely protective of loved ones and will waste no time in crushing anyone that crosses them. They will attack when their ego is bruised, or if you try to test the fact that they’re above everyone else. Leo will knock you down several sizes if you try to square up, providing you can even reach their level. Watch yourself. 

Scorpio: People with personal planets in Scorpio are literally ride or die for their loved ones, but you won’t ever hear about it. You’ll see it when someone crosses you and Scorpio is there to take the hits and sting them right back. You’ll feel it when you find out that one person that was talking behind your back, no longer talks. You have a constant protector, and a fierce one at that. They’ll stare into someone’s soul and set it on fire right in front of your eyes. Be careful. 

Aquarius: People with personal planets in Aquarius are the silent defenders. Their loyalty is shown through being there if you need them rather than being there all the time. They’re the people you can call if you’re stuck and they’re by your side within 5 minutes. They’re the people who will say yes to anything you suggest, just because they want you to be happy. They won’t attack for you, but god help you if you cross them or ones they care about. They’ll destroy anyone in their path, but only ever on the defense. Tread lightly.

a text that would change my mood is needed.

Jenny Slate, Little Weirds

Gustave Doré illustrations.