Cancer

Cancer

Protective, caring and deeply intuitive

Dates
June 22 - July 22
Element
Water
Modality
Cardinal
Ruling planet
Moon

Overview

Cancer is ruled by the Moon, and moods can shift like the tides. This is the sign of home, family, memory and care. Cancers notice what other people need, often before they ask.

A strong Cancer Sun is nurturing and protective, with a hard shell on the outside and a very tender heart inside.

Strengths

  • Caring and emotionally intelligent
  • Loyal to family and close friends
  • Strong intuition
  • Good at creating a safe, warm home

Challenges

  • Mood swings and taking things personally
  • Holding on to past hurts
  • Retreating into the shell instead of talking

In love

Cancer loves with devotion. They want emotional safety, a sense of home and a partner who is open about feelings. When they feel secure they are among the most caring partners in the zodiac.

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