Saturn in Capricorn
Self-preservation instincts are strong with Saturn in Capricorn. You are far more responsible than most people, but you can have a love-hate relationship with this side of you. In fact, you may set such high standards for yourself that it can feel much more comfortable to denounce ambition and material success entirely. Walking away can give you a sense of being in control, and fear of not being in control can be a driving force in your life! However, this can be limiting and can serve only to feed your insecurities. In truth, there can be strong desires for success buried deep inside you, but you have a hard time accepting your ambitious side. You need to watch carefully, too, for internalizing all of this and becoming somewhat pessimistic, discouraged, or bitter.
In truth, you have a heightened sense of responsibility, and it’s greater than it is for most people. Because it’s so weighty, it can mess you up, and you end up feeling overwhelmed and frustrated, bowing out of things too quickly because you sense they will be far too much to handle. Giving up before you start is a common issue with this natal position. You can be harsher on yourself than is warranted, and this can prevent you from entering a commitment that would otherwise benefit you. Looking around you, you may feel that others seem far less burdened or responsible, and it can seem that life is easier for them. Fear of failure can be a persistent issue in your life, and you can do much to protect yourself from the risks of failing–a defense mechanism that ultimately limits you in critical ways.
Watch for a side of you that is too stern or law-abiding than is healthy for you. You may have absorbed impossible standards for yourself, and it’s best to work on detaching yourself from these, without going too far in the opposite direction. When you were young, people may have treated you as more mature for your age, but this may have put too much pressure on you. In your career, you may struggle with the idea of working for someone, internally rejecting authority. Still, you may struggle with insecurity about being your own boss, as you feel safer when things are predictable. Bones–especially teeth and knees–can be vulnerable parts of the body. If Saturn is well-aspected, this position points to loads of common sense, practicality, and realism. Others appreciate you as a responsible and reasonable person.
