Could you tell me more about...?

my sign (Cancer)?

TBH I've always thought that horoscopes were generalized to "fit" people. But after reading a post about Cancers in this section... I am interested in finding out more general information to see if the info is accurate. The few traits that were described were very accurate (it's incredible...). Thank you!

Wow... thanks everyone! Very interesting information. A lot of it is right on! It's kind of scary! ^_^

Sun in Cancer natives have a strong survival instinct. They are protective of those they care about, and of themselves too. They are often quite reticent about sharing their inner selves to the rest of the world, and are often caught up in reminisce.

Cancers have a reputation for moodiness, although this trait is most evident when the Moon is in Cancer. Cancer needs roots. They resist change to an extent, and concern themselves about being secure and safe in most everything they do.

Cancers can be quite intrigued by objects with history attached to them 鈥?antiques, photos, souvenirs, and the like.

Cancer is a very sensitive sign, and they don't always appreciate it when you are blunt with them. Their reactions to hurt will depend on how thick a shell they have developed. Most Cancers react by withdrawing or retreating. Some have developed an ability to manipulate others to get what they want. They avoid direct confrontations almost as a rule.

Cancers are, in fact, quite yielding and soft when you have them in the right mood. They are one of the more hospitable signs of the zodiac. Sure, they can be touchy and indirect, but they are also very dependable, caring souls.

The Cancer person is very protective, fearless, tenacious, retentive, resourceful, self-contained, defensive, family- and home-oriented, maternal, intuitive, shy, honest, generous, humorous, physically beautiful, quiet, traditional, emotional, loving, shrewd, proud, sensitive, protective, nurturing, cautious, helpful, purposeful, social, wise, easily flattered, hard-working, dedicated, romantic, imaginative, into heritage and history, security-oriented, nurturing, warm, sympathetic, patriotic, sentimental, caring, and extremely protective of loved ones.

Cancers are prone to changeability, hyper-sensitivity, awfully moody, touchy, patriotic, clingy, tenacious, devious, dominating, secretive, cold, insensitivity, madness, overcritical, harsh, suspicious, jealous, quick-tempered, violent, volatility, control issues, dependency issues, depression deceitful, lack stability, mean, aloof, dogmatic, eccentric, over-dramatic, controlling. The Cancer person is known to explode and lose their temper.

Astrology goes much further than just your sun sign. Its a combination of all planet in different signs and in different aspects to one another. Regular horoscopes are generalized due to the sun taking a month to move thru each sign so you specific horoscope would be more accurate if you had the m/d/y and time that you were born. You can get your chart @ astrology.com or a more defined one at astro.com. Get a book and start reading.

The Crab

Modality: Cardinal
Element: Water
Ruler: the Moon
Season: Summer
4th Sign of Zodiac

Metal: Silver
Stone: Pearl, Opal
Color: White, Yellow
Anatomy: Breasts, stomach

Keywords: gentle, conservative, feeling, nurturing, defensive, contemplative.

Comparison with the Cancer symbol, the Crab:

A crab is able to walk or run sideways. Similarly, Cancer natives can sometimes "move about" in life, in a figurative sense, in an indirect manner. The crab's body is covered by a carapace (shell). Cancer natives are self-protective and sensitive, and often retreat into themselves when hurt. Crabs are able to resist changes in the environment, thereby protecting themselves from hostile elements in various habitats. Similarly, Cancer natives are thought to avoid too much change, and to be on the defensive. Crabs have "complex behavior patterns" (1). The inner world of Cancer natives is thought to be rather quirky and complex. Some crabs "conceal themselves by decorating their bodies with plants and animals" (2). Cancer natives tend to try to blend in with their environments, preferring not to make a big splash in life.

Cancer's glyph, or symbol, may represent the breasts as a symbol of the nurturing qualities of the sign.

Time Length (June 22-July 22)
Ruler- The Moon
Symbol- The Crab
Element- Water
Quality- Cardinal
Season- Early Summer
Motto- I Feel
Colors- White, cream, pale colors
Mode- Feeling
Cancer Body Areas- Breasts, diaphragm, stomach, skin
Human Age Length- 21-28

Strentghs- Protective, home-like, dreamy, patient, sensual
Weaknesses- Over protective, moody, angered

Born on this sign- Julies Caesar, Carlos Santana, Meryl Streep, Peace Pilgrim, Princess Diana, Mike Tyson, Rembrandt, Angelica Houston, Sylvester Stallone, Tom Cruise, Danny Glover, Ruben Blades, Buddy Rich, Brian May, Cat Stevens, Robin Williams, Thurgood Marshall