Cancer

June 21-July 22
“I Feel”
Yin Energies: Receptivity, Emotions, Mothering

Energetic polarities and imbalances with the Sun in Cancer:
Mothering vs. Smothering
Grounded vs Restless
Emotional Courage vs Worry
Direct vs Passive Aggressive
Magnetic vs Moody
Sensitive vs Fearful
Generous vs Grasping
Peaceful vs Insecure
Allowing vs Unable to Let Go
Domestic vs Stay at Home

Cancer Overview

by Samantha on August 12, 2010

This watery sign, ruled by the Moon, is washed with family, the past, ancestors, the tribe, its country.  Mom, motherhood, nurturing others, home and security are paramount.  Ancestors, and heredity, real estate, and land are important. Like the crab, its symbolic animal, Cancers scuttle under a shell when frightened or nervous.  They tend to move [...]

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Summer Solstice

by Samantha on June 21, 2010

The Summer Solstice occurs usually June 21st, at zero degrees of Cancer, the day the Sun reaches its greatest Northern declination. The sun seems to literally standstill,(sol/sun sistere/to stand still) for three days, a time when the Ancients celebrated through the night(s.) From this point, the pole begins its tilt in the opposite direction, making [...]

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Moon Ruled

by Samantha on June 20, 2010

Any poses, and or eating habits that support good digestion, feed Cancer needs, as the Moon rules the stomach in the physical body. Her body appreciates deep twists because they quiet her hidden nervousness, bringing a sense of well being to the core Being the first of the water signs, Cancer understanding of the world [...]

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Emotional Perceptions

by Samantha on January 12, 2010

Cancer is an energy known for its highly developed emotional perceptions. They feel as much or more than they think in order to find their way. Because feelings run strong, being thin-skinned is part of what they need to balance. It is not always personal, nor is it always about YOU, dearest Crab. “It seeks [...]

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Lunar Ruled Cancer

by Samantha on January 12, 2010

This watery sign, ruled by the Moon, is washed with family, the past, ancestors, the tribe, its country. Mom, motherhood, nurturing others, home and security are paramount. Ancestors, and heredity, real estate, and land are important.  Cancers often make wonderful mothers, unless they smother.  The excell at real estate,  and other land/home businesses. Like the [...]

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