What is Cancer’s temperament like? Cancer needs security and tenderness above all. For Cancer, intimacy is an extension of the emotional bond. When it feels loved and accepted, it opens up and shows enormous potential for passion.
- Dates: June 21 – July 22
- Element: Water
- Ruling planet: Moon
The Cancer woman in bed
The Cancer woman has great erotic potential, although she likes her partner to take the initiative. She cannot stand monotony or a macho pose. Sometimes what matters most to her is cuddling and talking – a partner who understands this gains her complete trust.
The Cancer man in bed
The Cancer man often wonders whether he is a good lover, and his partner’s satisfaction is the best confirmation for him. He loves to be caressed and pampered. He needs a partner with whom he can be sensitive.
Cancer in a long-term relationship
In a long-term relationship Cancer blossoms when it feels safe. The greater the trust, the more courage and passion it shows. It remembers every tender moment, so small gestures – a hug for no reason, a warm word – mean a great deal to it.
How to ignite Cancer
- A sense of safety and acceptance
- Cuddles and tender words
- Soft, dim light
- Patience and gentleness
What to avoid with Cancer
- Coldness and distance
- Mocking his or her sensitivity
- A tough-guy pose and lack of gentleness
Who does Cancer have the strongest chemistry with?
Astrology gives the strongest attraction to signs of the same element and to the opposite sign:
- Scorpio – same element, natural understanding
- Capricorn – the attraction of opposites
- Pisces – same element, natural understanding
Frequently asked questions
Is Cancer a passionate sign?
Cancer needs security and tenderness above all. A lot depends on the whole birth chart, though – especially on the positions of Venus and Mars.
See also: Cancer in marriage and Cancer in love – who is Cancer compatible with?
Daily, weekly and monthly horoscope: Cancer horoscope.
First published (Polish original): 26 December 2008. Written by astrologers and esoteric specialists working with our editorial team; edited and translated for HOROSCOP.SPACE. © All rights reserved.