Personality Traits of a Cancer

**credits to aQrAm**

The Crab - June 22 to July 22

Emotional and loving

Intuitive and imaginative

Shrewd and cautious

Protective and sympathetic

On the dark side....

Changeable and moody

Overemotional and touchy

Clinging and unable to let go

The fourth sign of the zodiac is Cancer and it is represented by the crab. Appropriately enough, Cancers can seem easygoing, sympathetic, and patient one minute, then cranky and irritable the next. Because of this ability to make a sudden change, Cancer is the least predictable of all signs.

They are ruled by the moon and have water as their element, so their mood swings can be compared to the turbulence of the shifting tides. If they feel they need to, they will retreat to their own emotional shell to keep others out. However, Cancers can be very sympathetic to others and readily show their affection. Cancers are also very emotional and sensitive, which may be why they are so empathetic towards others.

Cancers need a lot of attention due to their unpredictable character, but if you give them the support they need, they will offer you their undying loyalty and love. Once you have won their trust, nothing anyone else can say will sway them against you.

Sidesteppers

Just like a crab, Cancers are often known for sidestepping. They rarely take the direct approach to what they want, but eventually they get what they are after. Cancers are better judged by what they do and not what they say. When asked to help, their first response might be no, but in the end, they always come through. They can often be hard on the outside, but soft on the inside. The hard shell they show to the world is only there to protect themselves from being hurt.

Cancer is also the sign of home and family life. They seek out relationships and are happiest when with those they love because it gives them a sense of security.

Psychic

Cancers are very intuitive, almost to the point of being psychic. They are able to spot even the smallest change in another's behavior, so it is hard to deceive them. They are very insightful and most have a photographic memory. The combination of these two skills plus their excellent observation skills makes them very aware of the ulterior motives of others.

Weaknesses

Cancers are often seen as moody, cranky, and unpredictable. Because of their sensitivity, they can be seen as overemotional and touchy, almost to the point of being clingy. They tend to be possessive of those they have allowed in their world. Cancers can shut people out if they feel uncomfortable and "going into their shell" is seen as being introverted.Parts of the Body Ruled by CancerThe breasts and stomach - Because they love to overeat, Cancers may have to fight the battle of the bulge their entire lives. They are also prone to digestion problems that may be caused by stress or tension.

Famous Cancers

Actors/ Entertainers

* Sylvester Stone

* Bill Cosby

* Harrison Ford

* Milton Berle

* Tom Cruise

* Robin Williams

* Tom Hanks

* Pamela Anderson

Musicians/ Singers

* Ringo Starr

* Courtney Love

* Huey Lewis

* Deborah Harry (Blondie)

* Carlos Santana

Artists/ Writers

* Rembrandt

* Ernest Hemingway

* George Orwell

Politicians/ Leaders

* Henry VIII

* Nelson Mandela

* George W. Bush

* Prince William

* Princess Diana

* John Quincy Adams

* Gerald Ford

* Calvin Coolidge

Cancers may seem hard on the outside, but do not take that to heart. Once you get to know them, they can be very loving and insightful of your feelings. They love to be with family and their families love them despite their turbulent mood changes.

LIKES

* Hobbies

* Romance

* Children

* Home and Country

* Parties

DISLIKES

* Aggravating situations

* Failure

* Opposition

* Being told what to do ;)

* Advice (good or bad)