Cancer

It’s a feminine, cardinal water sign, its metal is silver and its subtle color is green. The gem is emerald, black onyx or moonstone; the verb that characterizes it is “to feel”.
It represents the principle of eternal life, the gate of the soul, being in analogy with the mother, the family, the people, the nation.
Cancer temperament is rather phlegmatic, they have a complex psychology, dominated by a special intelligence, an outstanding intuition and the possibility to easily adapt in any situation.
They are affable, diplomatic, skilful, refined, artistically inclined, interested in music, poetry, theatre, interior design and painting. They are constantly restless and lie in waiting out of an instinct of self defense.
Cancer natives are very sensitive, romantic and dreamy, but they hide this side of their personality under an impenetrable mask; sometimes they may seem tough, when actually they are really timid. They take interest in the past, in history, geography and foreign languages, being attracted to journeys that they will make only on an imaginary level, as they are very attached to their home.
The world of feelings is their favorite domain; they are very gifted in analyzing even the most intimate and subtle states of mind and emotions, being an accurate psychologist. The have an easy to impress nature, they hate loneliness and tend to get attached, either to someone or to their work. They are stubborn and persevering when following their goals. They know both how to wait for and how to use the right moment.
Natives are conceited, precautious, good strategists and excellent negotiators. They are attracted to comfort and luxury, habits, like to receive visits but less to pay them and are hospitable hosts.
They have few friends, even if they know many people and are pretty known and popular themselves. They are fairly egocentric, but this is much covered up by their care not to bother others and their conciliatory nature. They know how to show their worth and to obtain what they want.
Recommended professions are in teaching and education, psychology, sociology, law, diplomacy and politics.
A sentimental nature, Cancers need loads of love; they have vivid imagination and a refined sensuality. They may be excellent partners in life, but they are grabbing and jealous, permanently requesting from their partners proof of their attachment.
Pathology is related to the chest area, the digestive and lymphatic system. Generally, they have great longevity. They are inclined to obesity.