No kin love their own as much as the Cancer in their clan!
To say Cancer is “family oriented” is like saying water is wet. You are the nurturer who gives hugs “just because”. Your home can accommodate crowds of family, and friends who seem like family. You probably live within walking distance of parents or siblings. They’re your strength, your touchstone, your anchor.
Yes, you probably talk to them every day, but why not do something extra special for them? Use your culinary talent to create a comforting dinner for the clan. How about crusty French bread and a big pot of cioppino—served family style, of course!
Don’t let your sweet Cancerian nature become sickening…
You are considerate, empathetic, and compassionate—and who doesn’t need a little more of those qualities in their life? You want to encase a partner in a protective shell of comfort and security and feel just as nurtured by him or her.
If you know that you belong to another person, as well as to a location and a loyal group of friends and/or relatives, you are contented. Your caution is to take care that the mothering doesn’t turn into smothering. You want to embrace another gently, not cling for dear life.
Crabs have what it takes to find true love…
All you have to do is listen to your true Cancer heart.
You’re choosy. Unlike some other signs, you set your partner priorities and stick to them. Where others rush into love, you’re content to bide your time.
You’re honest. You may not open up easily or often, but when you do, you say what you mean and mean what you say.
You trust your instincts. You don’t hang around if someone is cold or indifferent. You’re intuitive, so you get the message and move on.
You’re cautious. Sometimes “chemistry” isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Just because you see a stunner across the room, that doesn’t mean the person is good partner material!
The unmistakable sign that a Cancer is smitten…
Would there even be family units if there were no Cancers? Their world centers on partner, kids, siblings, parents. “Loyalty” is Cancer’s middle name, and it remains undying toward any person or persons who help the Crab feel secure and loved.
But it isn’t easy for Cancers to trust another person. That’s why they have that tough shell, after all—to protect their soft, vulnerable core. The ultimate sign of potential Crab commitment is an invitation to meet the parents or those from their inner circle. Get a glimpse of that gooey, sentimental heart and you know you’re in for keeps.
The super easy way Cancers can make more friends…
You know you aren’t a chatterbox like Gemini, but you aren’t alone if you find it hard to talk to strangers of the opposite sex. A study found that 45% of men say their biggest dating problem is that they don’t know how to start a conversation with a woman!
Setting aside the obvious “hello,” you can help ease the anxiety by being prepared with your own arsenal of engaging topics the next time you go to a party, out with friends, or on a date with a new guy or gal. It doesn’t have to be astrophysics (and it’s probably better if it isn’t) but steer clear of politics and religion until you get to know each other better!
There’s one type of date you should never say no to…
Thoughtful, romantic Cancer loves good food, so a quiet bistro with excellent cuisine will never be off the mark. Listen to your companion’s deepest thoughts and craziest ideas—no one exudes sympathetic agreeability like the Crab. And bask in the well-deserved compliments you’ll receive in return.
A concert, opera, or theatrical performance is also a good choice for this expressive, emotional sign. Lucky you, if you’re asked out on a date by a Cancer. By the end of the evening you will feel loved, cared for, and understood.
What to look for in a happy, stylish, cozy home…
Cancer is the sign most closely associated with domesticity and family life. As such, your ideal home needs ample space for entertaining, perhaps with an open living or kitchen area where people can talk, cook, and enjoy being together.
A huge dining table, comfortable chairs, and utilitarian floor coverings will foster convivial crowds with minimal fuss. Embellish with a seaside theme or family photos and heirlooms, important to Cancer.
You also cherish your privacy, so a comfy bedroom in clean, crisp whites, aquatic hues, or deep blues provides the perfect sanctuary for the Crab.
You really can “catch” this common health affliction…
Poor, sensitive Crab! Ruled by the Moon, your moods can soar up and come crashing down all in the course of one day. Your loving, nurturing nature is a gift, but all that empathy can make you susceptible to the toxic moods of others. Research suggests that just being around anxious people may be hazardous to your health.
Do what they tell you to do on airplanes and put on your oxygen mask first. Not literally, of course, but employ whatever relaxation technique works for you to calm yourself down. Only then can you help your anxious friend.
Cancers get major benefits from this health trend…
You already know that yoga improves balance and tones muscles, but the benefits don’t stop there! It can increase energy, ease stress, regulate the immune system, help you lose weight, and help you find balance even off the mat.
It may sound like hype from a late-night TV commercial, but research shows that doing even gentle yoga regularly helps people lose pounds and keep them off. It’s less about sweating off calories than it is about changing behavior and the way the brain reacts to stress. Even if you don’t need to lose weight, it never hurts to become more mindful!
How Cancers can quickly alleviate stress and tension…
You tend to worry and are prone to nervous tension and emotional stress. A furrowed brow isn’t the secret to radiant beauty! While you don’t need to live crablike in seclusion, you can reap health benefits by relaxing in a sea-like place.
In a restricted stimulation/isolation tank, you’ll float weightlessly in salty, shallow water inside a dark, warm chamber. Some say you can achieve a state of relaxation not unlike deep meditation. Traffic, deadlines, or a peevish partner suddenly seems no big deal. And you’ll sleep better. The effects of one session can last a week!