I am CANCER: Nourish me – Ruled by the Moon

CANCER is famous for moods. Like the MOON that rules them, they have cycles, moods, ebbs and flows. Their watery depths beg for exploration, and fascinating though they are, they are equally inscrutable. Like the secrets locked away in the tides of the ocean’s movements, the CRAB’S temperament is simultaneously mesmerizing and changeable.

Also similar to the waves, CANCER contains within it much of the nurturing, cradling life-force that we associate with the vast expanses of the ocean’s waters. From the ocean is where life began on this planet, and CANCER contains within it the psychological aspects of motherhood.

Contrary to popular belief this does not make the male MOON-CHILD feminine. Quite the contrary, male CRABS are defenders of honor, loyal, duty-bound and deeply present for those they care for. And CANCER’S care, above all else they care for, nurture, soothe and protect those whom they become attached to.

Some say that the CRAB is grabby, or clingy. The truth is that the CANCER feels things so deeply and profoundly, and has such a fear of loss, abandonment and separation that once they have found something or someone that gives them comfort, they hang on for dear life. Like a baby with their favorite blankie, the CANCER may hang onto their possessions, habits, or even you! But it’s not so bad, the MOON-CHILD will be sure to make you feel equally safe and secure – after all that is what they are seeking and creating in life.

The important thing to understand about the CRAB native is that this is a karma associated with abandonment and loss of some sort. And while this is sad on some level, it is also the destiny of CANCER to learn to nourish themselves, and in so doing they nourish others, which in turn nourishes them back. These people are here to learn what really matters in life and what is merely empty calories. Learning to identify and fulfill our true and real needs – on all levels – is the domain of the CANCER. In so doing they shed their shells like the hermit crab and learn to let go of old meaningless associations and approach life with a true understanding of their own strength, a strength that they are glad to lend to you. If you need someone to lean on the CRAB will be there, hanky in hand, offering you their broad shoulders, or ample bosom to lean on.

Warm and comfortable, approachable, welcoming, and safe are all hallmarks of your local CRAB, but don’t forget, they do have a hard shell and claws. Hurt a MOON-BABIES feelings and watch out! You won’t even see that zinger coming. You see CRAB’S lurch sideways and shuffle erratically, reaching out unexpectedly to either grab a hold of something (or someone) they want or to throw a left hook in self-defense. All that zigging and zagging, and seemingly random meandering has a purpose. A CRAB always times his move for maximum effect, and for better or worse, you’ll feel it. Fortunately CANCER’S are rarely vengeful or even interested in a protracted fight — unless of course. their security is threatened. Thank goodness, or else one could wind up with permanent claw marks in their right shoulder!

A CANCER always learns through it’s opposite sign CAPRICORN, who embodies stoicalness, tradition, authority, the measure of time, as well as structure. Ultimately the CRAB native learns to form some sort of structure within which to hold all that watery feeling stuff, so that it doesn’t wind up spilling all over the place and creating an emotional, muddy morass filled with quicksand. Emotion has great power — just like water, especially when contained and focused, this lesson is part of the CRAB’S journey, however crooked that walk winds up being.

If you love a MOON-CHILD, feed him or her, stroke their tummy and give them warm loving hugs. Make them feel safe. They will return to you doting affection, undying support, fierce loyalty, and deep, watery, sensitive lovemaking that touches you to the core, and washes over you like a tidal wave.

Did you need me to tell you that water was passionate?