Symbol: The Crab

Element: Water | Modality: Cardinal | Ruling Planet: The Moon

Dates: June 21 – July 21 for 2023

About Cancer Personality

A Cancer’s personality is like wading chest deep in a lake of warm water. It feels sparkling and cool while you're in the shallow end, but you know that if you were to dive in, it would feel warm.

The self-awareness of a Cancer is like the tides–constantly moving in and out of focus. Their personalities are layered. Cancers have many moods, some of which are contradictory, but they also have a deep, core self that persists.

Cancers are weighed down by their own sorrows and the sorrows of those around them. They are frequently haunted by grief. It’s hard for them to share their pain with others, and they are often afraid to be vulnerable because they carry a fear that people will use their weaknesses against them. Cancers have learned to hide their pain to avoid burdening anyone else. They pretend they’re okay when they’re not.

Their emotions are like an exposed nerve. Cancers can feel everything. They’re like a tuning fork that vibrates at the slightest provocation. They tend to carry deep grudges because they can’t forget the emotional sting of even a slight.

Famous Indian Cancers

• Deepika Padukone
• Amitabh Bachchan
• Mahendra Singh Dhoni
• Katrina Kaif

Best Careers for Cancers

• Emotional Therapist
• Creative Artist
• Teacher or Mentor
• Social Worker
• Counselor or Psychologist

Cancer in Love and Romance

Cancers are homebodies and drawn to stability and routine. They like to feel part of a bigger plan and prefer predictable environments. They don't fall in love easily, but when they do, they become a vessel for that emotion, carrying romantic feelings for a lifetime. However, they can be shy and slow to forgive.

Cancer's soulmate is often someone with a stronger personality who can provide them with emotional intimacy and security.

Cancer in Friendship

Cancers can be stubborn and slow to forgive, but they are also caring and deeply invested in their relationships. They may have a need for control to create a harmonious environment that reflects their inner world. As friends, Cancers are supportive and affectionate.

Conclusion

Cancers, the sensitive and caring souls of the cosmos, find comfort in emotional connections and close relationships. They thrive on love and security and often seek reassurance from their loved ones. While their sensitivity and vulnerability can make them prone to deep emotional experiences, it is through understanding and acceptance that they can truly flourish.