Okay, so today I wanted to mess around with understanding my birth chart a bit better, specifically looking at my rising and sun signs. I’m a Capricorn sun, which I’ve always kind of identified with – you know, the whole ambitious, hardworking, slightly-too-serious thing. But my rising sign is Leo, and honestly, I’ve always been a bit confused about how that fits in.
First, I pulled up my birth chart. I used to do time passages for this . It was super easy, I just plugged in my birth date, time, and place, and boom – there it was. Seeing it all laid out visually helped a lot.
Then I started digging into what each sign actually means. I already had a basic understanding of Capricorn, but Leo was a bit more mysterious. I found some stuff online, a bunch of different websites and forums. I realized I needed to take notes to organize the mess in my head.
- Capricorn Sun: Practical, disciplined, reserved, ambitious, focused on long-term goals. Kind of a “slow and steady wins the race” vibe.
- Leo Rising: Confident, outgoing, loves attention, creative, generous, a bit dramatic. Basically, the life of the party.
The descriptions were good, I started thinking about how these two energies manifest in my own life.
The Internal Struggle
It’s like there’s this constant tug-of-war going on. Part of me wants to put my head down, grind away at my goals, and avoid any unnecessary attention (very Capricorn). But then another part of me craves connection, wants to express myself creatively, and yeah, maybe even enjoys being in the spotlight a little bit (hello, Leo!).
For example, at work, I’m often the one taking charge, organizing projects, and making sure things get done efficiently. I’m comfortable with responsibility, and I like the feeling of accomplishment. But at the same time, I also find myself wanting to be more visible, to share my ideas more openly, and to connect with my colleagues on a more personal level.
I used to get super nervous about public speaking, and I definitely avoided situations where I’d be the center of attention. But lately, I’ve been pushing myself to step outside of my comfort zone. I volunteered to lead a presentation at work last month, and even though I was terrified beforehand, I actually ended up enjoying it. It felt good to share my knowledge and to connect with the audience.
Finding the Balance
It is like figuring out how to blend these two seemingly opposite energies. It’s not about choosing one over the other, but about finding a way to integrate them.
I’ve started to embrace my Leo rising a bit more, allowing myself to be more expressive and to take more risks.I think it is about finding a balance between my Capricorn practicality and my Leo desire for expression.
It’s a work in progress, for sure. But just understanding these aspects of my birth chart has given me a new perspective on myself and my motivations. It is a reminder that we’re all complex beings, and that embracing all parts of ourselves is key to living a more fulfilling life.
