Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Zodiac and is represented by The Crab. A crab is the perfect representation of Cancer, with its hard outer shell, soft underbelly, and its sideway motion. Cancer is considered a feminine or negative sign. Feminine signs are considered more passive, receptive and sensitive than masculine/positive signs.


Element: Water

Cancer is one of 3 water signs in the Zodiac, all of which share similar characteristics. Water signs are typically sensitive, emotional, creative, sensitive and melancholic. The other water signs in the Zodiac that share these characteristics are Pisces and Scorpio.


Planet: Moon

Since the Moon is closest to Earth it influences us more deeply than any other Planet. The effect is very personal, very intimate. Whereas the Sun gives us our spirit, it's the Moon which gives us our soul. The Moon is goddess-like in that it symbolizes mother and the relationship between woman and child. The moon (also known as a luminary) speaks to the women in one's life and their role as nurturer.




Personality Trait: "I Feel"

The Cancer person is protective, sensitive, compassionate, tenacious, empathetic, a great leader, charming, family and home oriented, musical, emotional, and loving. They can also be touchy, clingy, over-protective, moody and crabby. Those born under the sign of Cancer are ruled by the Moon, one of the Zodiacs great enigmas. Most Cancers are a bundle of contradictions. Caring and compassionate with family and loved ones one moment, they can cut to the bone the next with their jealous remarks and changeable moods. Eccentric on one hand, while on the other, they tend to be insecure about how others see them. Like their symbol, the Crab, they might seem hard or insensitive on the outside while deep down there is a softness and sensitivity.


Also like to Moon, as it goes through cycles and phases, Cancers also always experiencing changes. Life doesn’t stand still for a Cancer, even when they do, because so much of their life is based on their internal emotions. The Moon often makes it impossible for them to live out their lives on an even keel everyday. Much like a roller coaster, Cancer feels one way for a moment, then something completely different the next. This can be part of their charm for those who know them well.


Romance and love are what matter most for Cancer. No other sign in the Zodiac does romantic relationships better, and conversely, no other sign takes it so badly when those relationship end on a sour note.


Cancer Quick Facts

Symbol: The Crab
Element: Air
Ruling Planet: The Moon
Birthstones: Alexandrite, Ruby
Colors: Pale Blue, Silver, Pearl, White
Gemstones: Emerald, Cat's Eye, Pearl, Moonstone
Flowers: Poppy, Water Lily, White Rose, Moonwort
Metals: Silver
Body: Stomach, Breasts, Lungs