With the Sun shifting from loquacious Gemini to the more sensitive but ever-resilient Cancer, let’s all exercise a little compassion for ourselves and others.
Cancer can be characterized as intuitive and caring. But the crabs of the zodiac can be slow to come out of their shells, and when hurt they can be defensive or snippy. Ruled by the Moon, Cancer can be emotional, and those emotions sometimes get chaotic. But the truth is, those born under this sign care very deeply, especially about their friends and loved ones.
While other signs may be self-centered, or just oblivious, Cancer is ever anticipating the needs of others. To be on the good side of a Cancer is a joy.
But while they’re watching out for everyone else, who is watching out for them? They need and deserve just as much care as they show the world around them. Meet the Cancers in your life with compassion and thank them for the things they do for you — it’s their birthday month, and the gift they want is appreciation.
ARIES
March 21 – April 19
If life gives you an opportunity to rest and recuperate, take it. Those moments are going to be few and far between for you.
TAURUS
April 20 – May 20
Letting your intuition guide you is not quite the same as letting your emotions rule you. Find a happy medium between trusting your gut and being emotionally reactive — that will save you from some strife this week.
GEMINI
May 21 – June 20
Giving space for your relationships to grow sometimes requires giving your relationships space. By letting things settle this week, you may just discover how much growth you’re capable of.
CANCER
June 21 – July 22
This week starts your season of celebration. The stories you tell and the people you choose to tell them to will play big roles in how this month will play out for you. Speak kindly of yourself.
LEO
July 23 – Aug. 22
The care and feeding of others is what will nourish your soul this week. Let the needs of others allow that, but remember, you’re blessed or cursed by the company you keep.
VIRGO
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Conflict is productive only if the goal is resolution. What conflicts in your life need to be resolved? What steps can you take to that end? If you’re moving through difficult territory, you will surely be better for it.
LIBRA
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
The people you choose to share your time, love, and affection with will determine how much you receive in return. It’s important to invest in those who can be generous.
SCORPIO
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
You’re allowed to enjoy the finer things and treat yourself every now and then. Maybe that will make you more able to care for others. It’s important to explore that.
SAGITTARIUS
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Trust your intuition about the character and motivations of others. When you sense deceit, sometimes you just play along. Better to call it out, and quickly.
CAPRICORN
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
Sometimes your pragmatic nature makes you seem cold, but you know you’re just trying to be efficient. Communicating clearly is a safeguard against coming across as uncaring.
AQUARIUS
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
Caring is not a feeling, it’s a practice. Show up fully and authentically and you’ll see. So will those you spend time with; they deserve real care as much as you do.
PISCES
Feb. 19 – March 20
Try celebrating your effort and taking pride in your work. Shame is an ineffective motivator; remember that when you’re practicing self-talk. If you wouldn’t say it to a close friend, don’t say it to yourself. Nobody’s perfect.
