The G.O.A.T.

As Capricorn season comes to a close I want to take a moment to honor Cap Girls. Our sign, the mountain goat, is known as the hard as nails tough type. Allegedly, we’re stubborn, brash, cold, too serious, workaholics, who take no bullshit, are perfectionists, blunt, unforgiving, materialistic, and control freaks. Well, don’t we sound like a delightful bunch?

Unfortunately, this infamous spotlight tends to shine on what can be a Cap's worst qualities. The reality is, Cap girls get shit done. Our methods may vary, but they get results. We are resilient AF. A few years ago my NYE resolution was to, “Come from a place of love.” Yes, I said this aloud within a group of 2 friends, mostly strangers, before the clock struck midnight. Back then, “coming from love” meant I would try to love all people, in spite of. It meant choosing to be firm, but not too harsh and not holding others to the same standards I hold myself to. See, I had become wrapped up in being “too independent” and “not nice enough,” and bruising the male ego was a no-no. I still choose to “come from love,” but not because I’m tired of being perceived as someone I am not. At this stage of life, it isn’t about being nice, fuck nice. People will think whatever they want. We cannot change other people’s habits, actions, thought patterns etc. That’s on them; it’s literally their responsibility. My responsibility is to speak my truth and be authentic to myself. If I am not true to me, I’m cheating myself out of a great life; and if I’m doing this, how can I expect to achieve the grandest vision of my life?

Now, “coming from love” means making choices from a place of love as opposed to fear.  It means not viewing the world as black and white, or even in shades of grey, but as the colorful welcoming place, it can be. It means choosing to consistently see the best in others.  It means being comfortable with duality; both strong and soft. I’ve embraced being a multifaceted being. Within the last year, I took this a step further. As I’ve said before, I’m learning (it’s a long journey y'all) to be gentle with myself. Sinking deep into the part of me that extends grace, the softer and kinder parts of me. For me, being vulnerable is to be brave. Melting those harsh layers and meeting people exactly where they are, while being careful not to bend over backward or overextend myself.

So, my fellow Capricorns, and those of you with dear friends who are Cappies, challenge yourself to flip the negative connotations. Be persistent, bold, distinguished, honest, and visionary. Wear these words like a badge of honor.

Cheers darling, may you continue to shine well into the next Cap season!

Are you a Cap girl, or do you have any Capricorn friends? Do you agree with these stereotypes, or is it just hearsay? Sound off in the comments below.