Cancer: Feminine, Cardinal, Water

June 21 - July 22

Cancer is cardinal water, so it's good at beginning things, like emotions and families. It's also the most privacy-oriented sign. Cancer types are emotionally vulnerable, sensitive, and easily hurt. They need safe "nests" to return to when the world gets to be too much. Cancer types say "I love you" by tending to your need for food, warmth, or a place to sleep. The problem is that they can become needy, dependent, or unable to function unless they feel someone or something needs them. Cancer rules the home and family. It's also in charge of emotions, so expect Cancers to operate "from the gut" most of the time.