Cancer

Cancer is the fourth sign, a cardinal water sign ruled by the Moon. It embodies the archetype of the mother, the home, and the emotional foundations of life. Cancer energy is deeply intuitive, fiercely protective, and profoundly connected to family, memory, and belonging. At its best, Cancer offers unconditional nurturing and emotional intelligence. Its challenges include moodiness, over-attachment to the past, and a tendency toward emotional manipulation when feeling threatened. Cancer initiates through feeling.