What are the good points and bad points of the sign Cancer?

Question

Not that I believe in everything they say about the signs , it depends on the person but I was curious of people's opinion.

Answer 1

In the eyes of a Cancer female, marriage can be a status symbol and it is not unusual for this woman to consider giving up quite a passionate romance in favor of a more stable and conventional partnership. As a sweetheart, she tends to be somewhat clinging...too much so for some types of men...but she possesses the very feminine ability of making any male feel as though he is ten feet tall. The Cancer woman likes to mother the men in her life when given the chance, although she usually appreciates being told not to overly fuss, for if a man takes too much advantage of her, she can turn around and accuse him of being lazy, selfish and degenerate. The Cancer woman likes to be mastered and is not particularly eager to win every argument or come out on top every time. This female is essentially feminine in her mannerisms and posture. She will probably be far more seductive in the true sense of the word than any other female of the Zodiac, but this is often an unconscious trait and is seldom planned. Ruled as she is by the Moon, the moods of a Cancer woman will change as often as that satellite's phases. Being extremely sensitive and jealous, Cancer females are frequently cruel and vindictive, sharply resenting any personal criticism and prone to fly into a rage at some imagined slight. Pride is so strongly marked in this woman that she will never accept the offer of pity or sympathy. Though they often claim to be the paragons of truth, women who fall under the jurisdiction of Cancer are inclined to much fabrication and will gossip about personal affairs, often divulging family secrets even to those who are almost strangers to them. Thus, it is never truly safe to confide in the Cancer woman.
While often fickle in love affairs, the maternal elements of the Cancer female are usually highly developed and she customarily makes for a devoted wife and parent. In marriage, the woman who falls under the jurisdiction of this Sign should be allowed to go her own way in every small matter and told what to do in the larger ones. She will provide an attractive and artistic home, but will not always want to stay in it. Being a female of the Moon, this woman will be an excellent housekeeper but is likely to constantly rearrange the furniture. Nevertheless, she will be neat and orderly at all times. As a mother, she is far from dominating or demanding. In fact, she often neglects to understand the nuances of her children's different characteristics. Despite the maternal instincts of the Cancer woman, her patience with children is not always reliable for this female can be temperamental. The Cancer mother is at her best with little children, babies and todlers, but is prone to resent the increasing independence shown by older children. She is also likely to be impatient of what she considers "strange adolescent ways." That having been said, it should be noted that the Cancer female does possess a strong and tender love for children, as well as tenderness for all creatures of the animal world. There is normally a marked gift for intuition with this woman which enables her to recognize friend from foe, and she is almost sure to form any likes or dislikes based on first impressions.

Cancer women have a great talent for music and drama. They also have a strong inclination to engage in literary pursuits. It is into such arts that they can throw all the natural pathos inherent in this Sign's character. These females possess a most charming personality. Being emotional and vivacious by nature, they are fond of company and tend to select companions much older than themselves. However, they do not find it easy to make friends with their own sex. The changeable nature of the woman ruled by Cancer is often displayed in her relationships with friends and associates. There is an unfortunate tendency to discard old and pleasant friendships at a moment's notice without either warning or reason. This female is also fully capable of feeling and showing bitter enmity to those who were formerly close to her, and friendships sacrificed in this manner are rarely (if ever) renewed. However, for the most part, the Cancer woman is of a happy and talkative disposition, brilliant in conversation...one who delights in all types of amusements, public ceremonies and ostentatious display. Women governed by the Sign of Cancer are quite cheeful when the sun shines, but on cloudy or rainy days are apt to become sad and depressed, particularly so in the quiet aura of the country or if left alone at night.

The Cancer female needs an anchor in life...a man who will always be reliable in the emotional sense. She needs a shoulder to cry on and likes to share her laughter. Since this is almost certainly by nature the most feminine of the female Zodiac Signs, she prefers her partner to extremely masculine. It is important that this woman be treated in a loving manner...in short, "an iron fist within a velvet glove." Her opinions and views should be respected and it will be necessary to keep arguments to a minimum, especially over something trivial, or any mate could find himself coming off the worst. The Cancer female appears to be more self-confident that she actually is...constant reassurance will always be the order of the day. It is not unusual for females who fall under the jurisdiction of Cancer to marry more than once and they are usually destined to have many children.

Cancer is the Fourth Sign of the Zodiac. Its name derives from the Latin "cancer...literally "the crab." Cancer individuals are "tried and true." They tend to cling to tradition as though they were a part of it, yet their moods and even their purposes may become as changeable as this Sign's ruling celestial body...the Moon. Thus, such self-contradiction is understandable, given that it is part of the Cancer person's innate nature. Much like their representative symbol, the Crab, Cancers are well protected on the outside but are prone to be soft on the inside. They are good at sustaining others and appear to have a mission to take care of not only people in and of themselves, but also their means of making a living. The association of this Sign with water dates back to the very emergence of astrology itself and is Babylonian in origin. In Egypt, Cancer was represented by two turtles known as the "Stars of the Water" and occasionally as an obscure aquatic creature known as Allul. Perhaps more than any other Sign, Cancer is symbolic of the passive, receptive but profoundly powerful and emcompassing female force in nature...the all-nourishing or all-devouring mother. The Crab itself is associated with the sea...the cradle of life. Those born under the Sign of Cancer should strive to find a safe haven in which their exquisite sensitivity can bloom and flourish. If this is not achieved, then they will find themselves dominated by the prickly and grasping aspect of the Cancer personality.
The origin of the symbol...or glyph...of Cancer has been given diverse interpretations. Some sources describe it as a representation of the breasts, an area of the anatomy ruled by Cancer and which is also indicative of the inherent nurturing nature of this Sign. Other sources liken the glyph to a pair of crab claws, intertwined in such a manner as to represent the dual nature of the Cancer individual. In this latter interpretation, it could well be considered similar to the Asian symbol of the Yin and the Yang. In Vedic Astrology, this glyph signifies the Womb of Time, in which all manifestation takes place and is symbolic of the caring qualities associated with motherhood, as well as spiritual creativity.


Also known as the Sign of the Prophet or Teacher, Cancer is Negative in polarity (as are Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces). The general characteristics of Negative Signs lean toward introversion and prefer to draw upon personal resources rather than look for external stimuli. Such individuals are naturally more receptive, sensitive and nurturing than are the Zodiac Signs of Positive polarity (Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius). However, Negative Signs are also likely to be much more cautious, retiring and standoffish than their Positive counterparts with a tendency to keep personal feelings under tight control. Taurus is the most introverted of the Negative Signs (with Virgo a close second).

All Zodiac Signs governed by the Elements of Earth and Water are considered to be Feminine in nature. Thus, Cancer (ruled by water) is considered Feminine (as are Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces). Feminine Signs are traditionally conceived as being more receptive and less active than their Masculine counterparts which are ruled by the Elements of Fire and Air (the Zodiac Signs of Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius). Feminine Signs focus primarily on the emotional and material world with particular attention to sensitivity and depth of feeling. Feminine Signs are said to be noctural or night-oriented. Therefore, the term "feminine" should be viewed in the same light as the Yin (or dark) Polarity of the Tao.

Cancer is the natural ruler of the Fourth House of the Zodiac, commonly referred to as the "House of Family and Home" and known in Vedic Astrology as the "Subterraneous Place." This is the field which represents the childhood home and all that such implies. It is the place of an individual's deepest personal roots. It is also the house of tradition and the location of a person's most intimate and ingrained nurturing. In addition, this house is the place of human ending..."from dust we come and to dust we go," thus completing the mortal circle. The Fourth House has been classified as the "Womb of Eternity," where all things come into being and pass out of being at the appointed time. It is the House of Genesis and also of Nemesis. This house contains the basic and symbolic foundation of an individual...the side of a person that decorates and maintains a home, deciding what such a home will look like and how much privacy will be needed. The Fourth House also deals with matters of real estate but most importantly, it is the house where emotional memories are stored and from which an individual operates on a subconscious level. The Fourth House is governed by the Planet Moon...not truly a "planet," but classified as such for the purposes of continuity in the Science of Astrology.

The opposite sign to Cancer is Capricorn. From Capricorn, Cancer can learn to get things into a proper perspective and take a realistic view of life. Thus, can Cancer natives learn how to make good judgments.

Positive Traits: kind, loving, emotional, intuitive, imaginative, shrewd, cautious, protective and sympathetic.

Negative Traits: changeable, moody, over-emotional, touchy, untidy, clinging, unable to "let go," and a tendency to wallow in self-pity.

Likes: hobbies, romance, children, parties, home and country.

Dislikes: failure, opposition, aggravating situations, being told what to do and being given advice...whether good or bad.



Spiritual Goal: To learn how to take a balanced view of things
Spiritual Correspondence: The Dominations
Apostle: Andrew
Prophet: Amos
Anatomy: Rules the chest, breasts and stomach
Corresponding Tarot Card: The Chariot
Associated Countries: Scotland, Holland and New Zealand
Associated Cities: New York, Venice and Amsterdam
Animals: Crustaceans, Otter, Seal, Turtle, Stag, Unicorn and Sphinx
Watchword: Sympathy
Keynote: Patience
Physical Manifestation: Flexibility
Mental Manifestation: Imagination
Motto: The Tide Will Turn
Quote: I Feel


Im a cancer

Answer 2

Spiritual Goal for star-sign Cancer
To learn how to take a balanced view of things.

Positive Factors
Friends are, in many ways, regarded as family possessions themselves and are treated as such, with loving care, protective hospitality, sensitive consideration, and great tenderness. Although some friends may come and go, friends from younger days are the most precious.

Negative Factors
When he or she is hurt by a friend, the Cancerian anger may last for a long time and the friend may be abandoned. However, if the friend is an old friend, then the emotional attachment will finally lead to reconciliation. Cancerians do tend to set their own standards by the progress their friends are making.

I hope that gives you some insight : )

Love & Blessings
Milly

Answer 3

i'm a cancer, so here's the thing:
they're mostly feminines, fond at cooking, and famous as being...crabby. they get emotional easily, and have ALOT of moodswingsXD.
the cancerian female are often...flat chested (hey, i read that thing in some website okay? no offense to those pple who are cancerians too..). they really need care, and the opposite of this sign is Capricorn. Speaking of which... the Cancer is called the "mother of zodiacs" and the Capricorn is called "the father of zodiacs".. they make a good, extremely good couple. Cancerians are "soft" and tender. They are extremely loyal, if a lover leaves them and come back to them, they will still forgive that person (wow). The cancerian always keep secrets inside (smart idea huh) and always have a good income with money. They are good with businesses and they know people relle well. when i mean people i mean that no secrets can be hidden from them.
i guess that's all about me
ps: oh yeah and also, they hate to be judged! the hell with judging.. pfttt.. bleh!
lol ehehhee

Answer 4

Well I have 3 relatives that are Cancers 2 are females 1 a male, they are sensitive and get offended easily. Self centered to a fault, selfish, all their roommates ended up leaving due to their refusal to share equally in expenses. They are controlling, and materialistic and shallow. All astrological signs have work to do as far as our characteristics are concerned. Thats what astrologers do, they help us to see where we need to work on ourselves in order to be a better person and to have a better world.

Answer 5

good; tend to be family oriented

bad; clingy, sensitive, possessive, vindictive, hold grudges.
bad housekeepers


[ There is an unfortunate tendency to discard old and pleasant friendships at a moment's notice without either warning or reason. This female is also fully capable of feeling and showing bitter enmity to those who were formerly close to her, and friendships sacrificed in this manner are rarely (if ever) renewed.]


my step mom has fallen out with most all of her female relatives in her own as well as my fathers family.

Answer 6

The God Yahweh does warn us in The Old Testament to stay away from fortune tellers and those who speak to the dead. But I am also guilty of reading my daily horoscope since one of them years ago told me to look to them for God's guidance for a new discovery I've made concerning proving that Yahweh exists. Which I have been and some have given me goose bumps after reading them.

Answer 7

"Cancer are inclined to much fabrication and will gossip about personal affairs, often divulging family secrets even to those who are almost strangers to them. Thus, it is never truly safe to confide in the Cancer woman."

OH. MY. GOD!!! This is my mother to the t (she's a cancer). She'll tell all our family business to anyone but what's really annoying is that she'll tell other people's business but she'll never tell her own. Within an hour of meeting my brother's fiance she told her about how crazy our family is, all my brother's embarrassing moments, our medical history, etc..lol. I never knew this was a common trait amongst Cancers!

Answer 8

Bad points are moodiness, clingyness, stinginess, too sensitive

Good points, loyal, faithful, playful, tenacious, metiulous,

Answer 9

We are loyal, thoughtful and kind to our friends.
We are very sensitive and our feelings get hurt easily.
We remember people who were nice to us and we hold a grudge against those who wrong us.
We can be moody and crabby sometimes. (ha ha)
Sometimes it takes us a while to make up our minds.

Answer 10

I am a cancer and this sounds exactly like me. How crazy!

Answer 11

wow my bf is a cancer and all of this sounds just like him even the stingyness