How to Date a Cancer Woman or Man

The Basics

June 22- July 22

A Cancer can be a very loyal and caring person. They also can be clingy and too sensitive. They tend to be very observant of the people and situations around them. This can make them adaptable. There are two sides to a Cancer. On one side, they can be self sufficient and able to provide for themselves. This makes them independent in that regard. On the other hand, they depend on others for emotional stability. Cancers need support and care from others and thrive off of encouragement. This will make them feel better about themselves.

If you show love and support to a Cancer as well as appreciation, you will gain a very loyal friend that will stick by your side. They love to show how much they care about you and will strive to make you feel loved and good about yourself. You can trust a Cancer to be there for you if you need someone to lean on and talk to. Although they are great listeners, they have trouble being able to express their own feelings. This is because they fear rejection. A Cancer can get deeply hurt because of their strong feelings and emotions. To avoid this, they tend to shy away from being emotionally attached and try to appear cool and calm.

If you offend a Cancer, you will probably never know it because they will try not to bring it up in fear of being hurt more. As a result, they will hold on to things for a long time because the issue won't get resolved. Also expect this person to have a great memory as well having a strong intuitive sense.

Dating a Cancer Man

• If a Cancer man will have the tendency to fall in love quickly and deeply with someone he cares about. If he does, then you can expect him to make you the center of his universe.

• Don't expect him to very direct for he will take things very cautious and slow. Why is this? Well, the Cancer man is so afraid of rejection that he would rather not attempt to step out of his shell. Do not be afraid to be the first one to suggest going on a date.

• Once you two become an item, do not be surprised if he becomes possessive or jealous. This is because he really cares about you and he is afraid to get hurt. Being hurt is his worse fear.

• If you are extremely passionate and romantic, then this is the guy for you. He will look after you, take care of you and make that you are happy.

• He is an affectionate person who loves to touch and be touched. This is a symbol of his love and care.

Dating a Cancer Woman

• The sensual and sweet Cancer woman is a perfect match for the man who thrives on doing romantic gestures for a woman.

• Although it will take a lot of patience and time to bring her feelings to the surface, she is a very passionate, emotional woman.

• Make her feel secure. This will help her become more comfortable and open up a bit more.

• She will not be forward with you about how she feels so it is important to make the first step in the relationship. She won't do it.

• Prepare to do a lot of work to get her. This might take some time, but it will be worth it in the end. She will give you unconditional love.

Cancer Compatibility - How Cancerians Get on with Other Star Signs

Sun Signs categorise people as 'types' and through these general characteristics, an idea can be formed as to how the Signs communicate with each other. For a more detailed analysis look up my articles on Cancer with each individual star sign. Remember too that true relationship compatibility in astrology would take into account planets and aspects of two charts combined.

Cancer with Aries
Aries is impulsive, fiery and energetic. Cancer is sensitive, more cautious and exceedingly sensitive. Aries doesn't always have time for heart-to-hearts. Cancer is perhaps too thin-skinned and easily hurt for the impervious Aries!

Cancer with Taurus
Both want similar things out of a relationship: loyalty, trust, emotional security. This should work well although Taurus may have to learn how to understand the ultra-sensitive side of the Cancerian's nature.

Cancer with Gemini
Cancer isn't the type of person who would settle for a casual or light-hearted fling. They need a stronger, more permanent and secure relationship. Gemini may not be ready for that kind of long-term commitment. Generally, their needs and views differ.

Cancer with Cancer
Two Cancerians will understand each other through and through. They will make an affectionate and loving couple and both will stand by each other no matter what.

Cancer with Leo
Leo will enjoy the cheerful side of Cancer's nature but sometimes Cancer can get sulky and low; that's when Leo will become impatient. It's important for Cancer to find a partner who understands their need for security and who is sensitive to their moods and feelings. Leo may not be the one!

Cancer with Virgo
Cancer is full of warmth and affection even though their complex nature can be difficult to understand. Virgo does not mind complexities and will overlook Cancerian's moodiness as there will be trust, faithfulness and respect in this relationship.

Cancer with Libra
Libra would introduce Cancer to a socially active and lively lifestyle but is this really what Cancer wants? Libra is perhaps too freedom-loving to satisfy Cancerian's innate need for security.

Cancer with Scorpio
Both Cancer and Scorpio are Water signs. In the Scorpio, Cancer will find someone who understands their intuitive and perceptive nature. For both romance and friendship this is a good combination.

Cancer with Sagittarius
The freedom loving Archer is likely to conflict with Cancerian's home-loving tendencies. It might seem as if they have very little in common.

Cancer with Capricorn
Capricorn is the sign opposite Cancer and Capricorn could well provide the security and stability Cancer always dreams of.

Cancer with Aquarius
Aquarius is sociable, outgoing and independent. Aquarius needs a degree of freedom in relationships but Cancer can get clingy and possessive. The Aquarius temperament does not seem to match Cancerian's more retiring and emotional nature.

Cancer with Pisces
Two Water signs will be emotionally and physically compatible. Both will understand each other well and this could be a marriage made in Heaven.