Jun 22 to Jul 23
OR CANCER RISING (Ruled by the Moon)
Cancer is the fourth sign of the zodiac and its symbol is the Crab.
Positive Expression
For Cancerians, family obligations are paramount (极为重要的) and they are the most nurturing and protective of all the signs of the zodiac. Sympathetic, softhearted, deeply feeling and nurturing are the foremost attributes of the sign. They possess a true gift of imagination, intuition and insight and the ability to get in touch with their inner feelings. They tend to develop mutually dependent ties with people whom they care about and expect to be looked after in return.
Negative Expression
Hypersensitivity (超敏性) and indulging in self- pity (自怜)is something Cancerians find impossible to avoid. Since they are overly emotional, touchy (暴躁的) and easily hurt they've 'learned' how to master their turbulent (狂暴的) moods by being secretive and suspicious of others. Cancerians are also good at developing psychological defenses when it comes to avoiding confrontation but be warned, when they attack they would rather lose a claw than release their prey.
Physical and Sexual Characteristics
Since the Moon rules this sign, their face resembles the oval of the Full Moon. They often have large liquid eyes, pale complexion and silver, gray and off white colours usually dominate their wardrobe. They make romantic and devoted lovers but, watch out for their possessiveness and emotional insecurity.
Romance Profiles
Home is where the heart is for Cancer, a great nurturer and protector of family, home and tradition. This sign is ruled by the Moon, and the Crab's emotions often swing with the cycle of that shimmering orb (天体). Catch that mood on an upswing (高涨) and you are likely to encounter a caring and devoted soul who can easily take the lead in romance. The strong-willed (意志坚强的), persistent Crab will usually get its way, but that's not a bad thing, since it usually means being drawn into a "shell" which is rife (普遍的) with carnal pleasures. As is natural to a Water sign, Cancer's moods can flow like a meandering river or rage like the highest seas. Either way, the Crab rewards brave sailors with a seductive nest in which to test many moods, feelings and emotions.Romance
Where the romance dance is concerned, the Crab enjoys being the initiator in the game of love. Gentle, tender probing can soon turn to heightened passion, and few will be able to resist Cancer's charms, which is just fine. Romance here often involves a beautifully prepared meal, since those born under this sign have an innate feel for the comforts of home and the joys they can bring. This love of physical and emotional well-being which the Crab must have is a duty which a partner must help to fulfill. If this isn't achieved, the Crab might retreat into its pesky (烦恼的) shell. When Cancerians are in full flower, they can make their lover feel like the center of the universe, and might feel the same way themselves.
Relationships
Call it a sixth sense, good gut or intuition, but whatever the name, the Crab has it. Members of this sign have an excellent instinct for which partner will serve them well, and once they hone in, it's a laser beam shot. Cancer's charm and magnetism are qualities which will prove most alluring (迷人的 ) to a lover, and coupled with their nurturing need, will prove hard to resist. The Crab loves to feel secure, so a lover who remembers birthdays and other special days, or simply pops a bottle of champagne for no special reason, will be rewarded with tenderness and affection. If the Crab tests a lover with occasional bouts of jealousy, it's only because a stronger emotional response is craved. The ideal Cancer soul mate can spoon on the couch and watch TV all night long.
Love
A slow, yet smoldering, courtship is what the Crab loves. What's the rush, anyway? The Crab is determined to win, so the prelims should go on for as long as possible. Once love is in the air, Cancerians prove themselves devoted lovers, protective of the object of their affections and unusually helpful and sympathetic. The Crab is an emotional bag of tricks and will feel most things very strongly, so don't be the one to cross them. That said, Cancer may be the perfect sign for a lover seeking pampering and seduction, someone who is willing to learn a thing or two in the game of love. An honest love, and lover, become Cancer, for it is in this safe environment that they are best able to create a warm home and indulge their nurturing instincts.
What Cancer Needs
What Cancer wants most is a partner who can take things slow and easy, secure in the knowledge that the ultimate victory will be sweet for both. An exchange of emotions is also ideal for the Crab, whether it's through sex, sports or some passionately-penned correspondence. Cancerians are great one-on-one and love that type of interaction, but they are also good at parties and enjoy dazzling a crowd. Consequently, an understanding lover is key. A partner as intuitive as the Crab will also help to draw them out of their shell and keep them out. In the end, a strong partner who can set the table and be there for the Crab is heaven-sent (天赋的), and if they know how to retreat when necessary, even better.
The nest is the most natural place for the affectionate Crab to be, and if they can share that space with someone special...well, that's hard to beat. The emotions of this winning sign help to make Cancerians empathetic and caring lovers, the sort of people who glow like the moon and flow like the sea.