(June 22 - July 22)

Quick Profile!

Crabs live in the inter-tidal zone of the oceans, where tides rise and fall twice every day. This is the most dynamic and changeful place on earth, but also the most nutrient rich. Because of the constant change, Cancer have developed a hard outer shell for protection. Cancer can use the hard outer shell of your home as your protection. But it's more than just that. Typically, your sensitive Cancer can hold your feelings quietly behind your own walls.

Crabs also have large pinching claws, and Cancer can hold onto things, especially from the past. Cancer are fiercely loyal and have a difficult time letting go. But Cancer are also quick to bring those you love inside the safety of your outer shell while you nurture them. Cancer love is protective, but unless tempered, can be smothering.

Cancer motto could be, "A good defense is the best offense." Like a Crab in its cave, your attack can consist of baiting your opponent into your territory. What appears to be a retreat to others can be your best aggressive tactic. As you feel your way through life, building your security by developing your home and family relationships, remember that unexpressed anger can turn into resentment and depression, so find someone you can trust and share your feelings.

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Superlative Careers:

Psychotherapist, Social Worker, Chef, Counselor, Commercial Fisher, Obstetrician, or Teacher.

Birthstones:

Emerald ; Pearl and Moonstone (June) ; Ruby (July)

Colors:

Silver and Sea green

Gemstones:

Moonstone ; Emerald

Metal:

Silver

Countries:

Greece, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Netherlands, Scotland, New Zealand, West African

Linked Traits:

• Tenacious ; Retentive ; Resourceful
• Home-loving ^; Loyal
• Intuitive ; Generous ; Conservative
• Emotional ; Loving^; Shrewd
• Sensitive ; Protective ; Cautious
• Purposeful * Wise * Easily flattered
• Romantic^] * Imaginative * Security-oriented
• Warm * Sympathetic * Patriotic
• Sentimental * Caring * Maternal instincts
• Sincere * Kind

The same person, however, is prone to being:

• Changeable or moody
• Devious * Dominating
• Coldness * Madness * Depressive * Lacking in stability
• Dogmatic * Over eccentric * Controlling

Physical Guise:

Astrologers associate Cancer's physical characteristics with being above average height, having an athletic body and long legs. This athletic build allows for strong, confident people. They see Cancers as usually having brown hair, a well-defined face, a tan complexion, a prominent forehead, penetrating eyes of green or blue, a shortish nose that curves straight or slightly up, and a full mouth with full lips and a wide smile, as well as long arms and fingers resting on defined hands. In essence, the upper body is proportionally well balanced in proportion to the lower, which may make for a rather smooth-going, attractive athletic appearance

Zodiac Element:

Water

Lucky Day:

Monday , Thursday