To describe Cancerians one would have to say they are the most sensitive sign of the zodiac. They have a wonderful big heart with a great deal of softness when it comes to family and friends. Personal and material security goals are important to them and, once they decide on a particular course of action, they usually follow it through to the end and tough it out if they need to.  Although they can be very career-oriented, they are probably suited to master their domestic duties and cope with housework and running the domestic front. They will always want a comfortable home of their own and will work long hours to achieve this. Nothing will please them more than to be financially and domestically independent; they have the instinctive knack of knowing where everything is, if and when other people ask. Their natural desire to care for others makes them a valuable asset in fields such as teaching, childcare, nursing, housekeeping, hospitality and health. Being such protective and basically conservative people, they could also do well in matters relating to managing other people's money and assets, business and administration. They seem to have a wonderful inner strength when the going gets rough. Although they are born worriers and appear to make many mountains out of molehills, they seem to know intuitively that everything will work out to their advantage in the long run. Psychologically, the primitive urge in them is to protect and nourish.

Cancerians can certainly astonish and delight their partner with their love and emotions. Although they give the impression of shyness on the exterior of their personality, the internal aspect possesses a delightful package of surprises and that highly physical sexual side to their character appears to throb with the lust of desire. This combination will be very hard for any member of the opposite sex to resist. Cancerians are very desirable people and they can deliver a great deal when they become involved in a partnership; they are extremely sensuous in the basic sense. What they want they usually get, if not today then next week, and their possessive side will not let go once they get what they want. Their insecurity with love can at times make them rather selfish and jealous, and they like to rule the roost and have things moving on their terms. They must learn to love without trying to own the people they love and, above all, they must become skilled as to when a relationship needs freedom or independence. When they fall in love, they fall hard, but they are also cautious and at times put the brakes on, as impulsiveness makes them very uncomfortable.

Cancerians take love very seriously and need to be pampered by their partner, then slowly seduced. They will not tolerate a rushed affair, as they like to be fussed over, cuddled and wooed. They certainly don't have the style of a roll in the hay or a one-night stand; love is more important to them than a casual affair. Fantasies are part of their character and they can run some hot sex scenes in their head; however, they need a partner who will supply them with both emotional and material security, who is also a steady, reliable lover and definitely not inhibited.

Cancer rules the breast and stomach, lung and heart membranes, eyes, bone marrow, bladder, liver and pituitary gland. Giving way to excessive emotion and sensitivity often causes Cancerians to suffer from gastric or stomach troubles. Pleurisy, dropsy and all water and inflammatory diseases are associated with this sign. Vitality is not overly strong at times; therefore they should eat much pure, well-cooked fresh food. Fatty food and stimulants should be taken in moderation. Alcohol and drugs of all kinds should be avoided.

Cancer's spirit is a combination of adventurer and seeker of stability. They will be very ambitious and will work hard to reach their goals. Cancerians could excel as directors of a corporation, while also participating in the technical operations, including law. In other words, they will be versatile and able to excel in several different areas, giving them a broad scope of expertise in their field of business or profession. If they become a factory owner or interior designers they will know every aspect of their factory or place of work. If they are creative craftspeople, they will also sell their own products; if they are actors or musicians, they will be their own manager. If Cancerians work for another person they will rarely agree with the boss. Their sense of authority will often conflict with rules or methods imposed by others. Cancerians must learn to trust their own initiative and to work in a persevering way to turn their ideas into reality. There will be money in their future and they will show their love for it. A Cancer career choice could be to become one of the following: manager, accountant, craftsperson, computer programmer, baker, designer, decorator, architect, broadcaster, author, publisher, law enforcement officer, member of the military, doctor, mechanic, postal employee, railway worker, schoolteacher, newsagent, taxi driver, hairdresser, typist, transportation worker, nanny, hospitality worker, housemaid, palmist, actor, public servant, landowner, self-employed tradesperson, second-hand dealer, fire-fighter.

The main point is that Cancerians will learn to do many things and will develop themselves in many different ways, becoming effective as employees as well as employers. Once they decide on a profession, career or job, they will give it all they have and can be quite a perfectionist if they wish to. Their reliable and caring abilities will give them much satisfaction in any job that requires care of and attention to others. They may even enjoy all aspects related to food and nutrition and would make an excellent naturopath or dietician, or a superb chef or restaurateur. Many Cancerians prefer the land and make wonderful farmers, market gardeners or food store wholesalers and retailers. Being such careful and insecure people, money will always be an important issue with them and much joy could be achieved working in the fields of finance, investment counselling and business administration. They will always possess a wonderful inner strength and determination when it comes to setting career goals and they will be recognised by their bosses and superiors for their successful achievements. In most cases they will always finish what they start and are unlikely to be swayed by those who endeavour to change their course of action. They certainly are suited to working with adults and children.

The Cancerian woman has a very special quality of character. She is emotional, changeable, fascinating and very loving. Home and family matters are important to her; she may also resist major change in her daily routine. Cancer women can be unpredictable, possessive and reluctant to let go of a situation. Their psychic awareness is often spot-on and, in most cases, they are fully aware of things before they happen. Cancerians need emotional and financial security; they can be extremely dramatic, self-indulgent and quite selfish. Cancer women love to have familiar things around them at home: photographs, collector's items, old books and antiques. They are very protective of family and friends and always seem to attract other people's problems. They find it difficult not to worry about others when, in actual fact, they should keep their nose in their own backyard. For when Cancer women worry on goes the weight, through overindulgence with food.

Cancer women are overly protective of their siblings, to the point of smothering them. Drama is Cancer's middle name, and not a day goes by without something to worry her or a downright emergency. The Cancer woman lives in a state of continual anxiety, making mountains out of molehills. Gardening or pottering around the home relieves her of daily tension. It is important for her to take regular exercise or play some form of sport to reduce the waistline and lower the stress. Cancerians are known to be manipulative. Nothing is too mundane or insignificant to launch her imagination into the fourth dimension. She can be very thin-skinned, petty, secretive and vengeful at times. Cancerians are also vulnerable to criticism and aggression when they are uncomfortable with a situation, especially when around people who lack social conscience or personal sensitivity. Cancer women are packed with a highly sexual, sensual side to their personality, which the opposite sex finds hard to resist. In fact, the Cancer woman is a very desirable partner who commits herself fully to the person she loves. Sex is something she lives and breathes. With her mysterious deep personality she always creates mystery in the way she walks, loves and smiles. If a Cancer woman loves you, she is yours for life.

The Cancerian man is deep, complex, emotional, intuitive and reserved. He takes life seriously. When he sets his heart on a goal he is capable of dedicated follow-through. Security, both emotional and material, is important to the Cancer man; he is very practical in these matters. Settling in and putting down roots to nurture and raise his family in a safe, sheltered environment is one of his primary objectives. He will pour loving, devoted energy into this high-priority goal in his life; the home and family will be a source of infinite joy and fulfilment for him. Cancer man can be stubborn; if you push him he will dig in his heels and make things difficult. Cancer withdraws into himself; needing privacy. He also needs to retreat when hurt. Cancerians can be moody and, at times, even stormy, restless or touchy, and you may not be sure how to approach them. They can also be somewhat negative, depressed and defeatist in attitude.

The Cancer man can be sexy. His loving nature is sensual, intense and sometimes very possessive. Never cross a Cancerian; they have a memory like an elephant and will always remind you of your past escapades. Home comforts are important to the Cancer man; his home will be his haven, a cosy refuge of peace, comfort and warmth, and a place to store his knick-knacks. Some Cancerians are hoarders of old goods; they don't like throwing things away. These men love a touch of luxury and appreciate the best, although they hate to spend their hard-earned cash. Some have champagne tastes on a beer income.

Socialising is a joy for the Cancer man. He is an extremely gregarious person and loves to circulate and catch up with his friends and acquaintances. When frequenting his favourite cafe, hotel or club he will usually sit at his favourite table or stand in his favourite corner. Compliments give him a buzz; they provide his morale and confidence with a pleasant lift. Peaceful, harmonious relations are a profound joy for him. Indeed, he places great value on harmony. Cancerians are true friends with both men and women. They are light hearted, with a great spirit, and respond to positive energy in others. Showing and receiving kindness gives them much pleasure. Prestige, status and position mean a great deal to them. Cancer men make good in any career that brings them before the public.

With the Sun, Mercury and Jupiter opposite your own sign at the beginning of this year and lovable Venus in big trouble with Saturn and Uranus, you can rest assured that major changes regarding partnerships, marriage, close personal or business relationships, friendships, competition and open enemies will play a major role in your year ahead.  Most of your stress throughout 2008 will be caused through events in your most personal and intimate aspects of life, especially where romance, partnership and domestic matters are concerned. Avoid troubled waters with romantic and family issues whenever you can, you may have a tendency to dominate or wish to control everything that is going on around you. For some, this year may bring emotional issues to a head and you may consider a home or environment change, or you could decide to sell up or leave your present dwelling and move to another district or travel overseas. A settled family life may be threatened by separation or divorce, or there could be an accident and under extreme situations some ones death.

With so much happening suddenly or unexpectedly in your destiny throughout 2008 the deepest, most internal personal aspects of your life seem to be no longer reliable and unchanging and this will cause you much stress. Old ties with the past may be broken and you may feel you have lost your roots and problems and tensions that you have not dealt with before will probably surface now. Saturn planet of fate, physical and emotional adjustment, will transit your sector of communication, short journeys, email, correspondence, errands, discussions, family and close relatives for the whole year and some difficulties will be foreseen in these areas mentioned. Be extra careful this year with all monetary transactions, joint financial endeavours, insurances, pension funds, investments and confidential matters. A strict budget and a tightening of your wallet will be necessary due to heavy expenditure and debts that seems to accumulate through interest rates rises and general day to day joint expenditure. Unexpected travel could also cost your dearly so be prepared.

During March until May with energetic Mars in your sign, you can expect a very busy time of new beginnings, attending to your daily routine and the commencement of refurbishing and clearing program as you rid yourself of the entire deadwood from your most recent past. You can be assured of one thing; you will soon see the light at the end of the tunnel. If you have encountered previous personal loss or disappointment, you can now look forward to a major clean up and a change of direction in your destiny. Don’t be in a hurry to step out into this new direction; it may be necessary for you to finish up anything that was not done in the past several years, before you venture into new territory. This is a year to rid yourself of anything that has held you back from achieving your personal goals. It may be tempting at times to fall into despair over the past failures, or you may feel guilty and brood about your inadequacies. Fortunately, lucky Jupiter the problem-solving planet will counter and relinquish many serious problems that come your way and will act like a guardian angel, assisting you to remove your foot from the door before it slams on your toes.

This is a year you will get to know yourself and your friends better and you will find your direction as to what you can really accomplish on your own.  Jupiter implies the need for a philosophical or sometimes religious consistency between what you are doing physically and what you believe you should be doing ethically or morally. A number of deep personal, family or friendship issues will be addressed by you this year, your goals may include a new relationship or career, educational pursuits which will enhance career potential, a change of place or dwelling, or travel to somewhere different or exotic, where nobody knows you. One thing is for sure, you are now entering into one of your most important development cycles and by the end of this year you will be thrilled with some of the changes that eventuate in your destiny.

During the last four months of 2008, expect the tempo of your daily routine to equal out and your whole life will open up and improve, especially on the philosophical level and your personal achievements will be great. Life is certainly going to be very different from this year onward, others will notice a major change in your personality as you break away from the past and encounter a new you. Important friends may be crucial to the goals you set during the year; they can also directly assist you or help you to make the necessary connections. It might be more important whom you know, rather than what you know and therefore networking is to your advantage. 2008 is a year to rethink your future and take corrective action where necessary; you will certainly score significant success if you stay practical in all your dealings. You will exhibit a very positive kind of temperament although somewhat a little uncertain at times about matters. You will be intuitive with above average intelligence and can organizing almost anything if you put your mind too it. Spiritual matters are much more important to you than material ones, especially towards the close of this year.

With Mercury, Venus and Mars influencing change on the home front and mirroring your career sector in the month of September, expect things to gather momentum. To top matters off, Jupiter will change direction from retrograde to a direct motion and your physical stamina will be stronger. Avoid stubbornness during this cycle and you may find it difficult to break some of those undesirable habits and behaviour patterns you seem to have. Independence and freedom is highlighted from this month on and anything that shocks or surprises others will hardly faze you, as you will be more detached in nature. Your interests in people, humanitarian efforts and the rights of others will be at the top of your list of things to do. There is an increased ability to attract new friends and acquaintances into your life, and more dramatic changes can now be introduced into your life, or making changes just for the sake of change. These changes will come suddenly, and quite out of the blue.

There will be a noticeable increase in restlessness this year, especially if there is no physical or mental stimulation for you. You may have a leaning towards professional study of science, medicine, technology, computers, architecture, law, commerce, small business, hospitality, real estate, music, theatre, design, writing, defence forces, agriculture and some may decide to settle on the land. Getting away for that annual break will not be so difficult this year, providing you budget for it. However, with so much happening in your daily routine up until November 2008, perhaps a December holiday may be the answer. However, the months of March, April, May, June and July are the next best options if you can find the time, as Venus will ensure you of a comfortable and happy time. It is during these times you may wish to slip away with your family or love one to somewhere out of the way and enjoy a well-earned break where you can enjoy doing your own thing at your own pace, or you may decide to book into a health farm, if you are that way inclined. This is an excellent year to get value for your dollar and you will certainly enjoy what you pay for throughout 2008. This could be a five star, champagne holiday year on a beer budget if you shop around.

If you are encountering major relationship problems this year, they can be resolved in one of two ways, an amicable reconciliation or a separation and divorce and it will be up to you. You will have lucky Jupiter in transit through Capricorn your sector of partnerships, unions and business associations for the whole year and this will be extremely useful for you. Expect a wonderful expansive period of happiness, emotional understanding and contentment with your relationship connections, immaterial of any present difficulties you may be encountering. Your emotions will be deep and very lasting. You will enjoy sharing intensely your feelings with your companion and you will give yourself to love entirely, both in the physical and in the spiritual plane. You will not necessarily show a great deal of jealousy and possessiveness, you want to share everything with your friends and the one you love all the time. However as Mars the planet of conflicts makes a stressful connection with many planetary aspects throughout this year, standby for tense situations that could arise. Venus will also connect with Saturn, disruptive Uranus, illusional Neptune and possessive Pluto in the months of January, March, April, May, June, August, October and November, so you can see this year a little compromise may be necessary during these periods or you could be the one who could become manipulative and attempt to dominate your partner through your emotions or controlling attitude. Try to act with moderation, patience and understanding because if not, your romantic life will be very stormy during these months.

When impulsive and aggressive Mars transits your sign from March to May expect a boost in your energy levels and you may be very direct with your opinions and will not beat around the bush over emotional issues. During this time you will be rather sensitive and may react to various emotional situations and issues with that gusto of anger or aggressiveness. You will not tolerate anyone or anything that gets in your way, so be extra careful with grudges and whatever you do, forget about that desire for revenge or unjust situations that you have endured in the past. You must learn to forgive and forget in order to live with more freedom and harmony for the future. Mars will also effect your emotions in the months of May and June and any relationship hassles with your mother or other members of your family, including friends that have been unsatisfactory. 

For young singles, this is a fascinating year for love and romance and it is probable that you will have a few fleeting romances and you may attract to someone either much older or younger than yourself and it is also possible you may be attracted to someone with a cultural or background difference. There could also be the odd scandal and up evil because of jealousy. Some will experience love to the highest degree and may experience true sexual gratification for the first time. Safe sex is advised, with Jupiter mirroring the fertility sector of your sign, pregnancies are a certainty if you are flippant and don’t wish to take precautions. For those who are happily married or in a permanent relationship and wish to start a family, you could not pick a better year to have children as this is your turning point in life. This year favours matrimony for singles and offers great personal satisfaction and long lasting relationship through love with the right partner. Your sex appeal will shine throughout this year and you will attract everyone from saint to sinners. At your place of employment a few surprises could be frequent, there is the possibility that sexual intrigue could apply at your work place, such as having a sexual attraction between you and your boss, or a co-worker. Some may have an affair with their close neighbour or a friend of the family. A hidden passion, fear, jealousies, longings, desires, or needs surface in you now and can stir up trouble in your closest relationships. You are a little prone to be compulsive or demanding in a close relationship, to be emotionally driven and to force things to a head in some emotionally laden situation. This will certainly be an emotionally unexpected change year for you, so keep alert and at the ready.

Pluto, planet of breaking down and rebuilding will continue its long transit through Sagittarius this year and don’t be at all surprised if you become very fed up with your employment, duties and daily routine. The various problems, obstacles, opportunities, and successes you encounter connected with your employment or daily routine will be completely under your control, immaterial of the various day-to-day problems or obstacles that may occur. Your future security will be an important factor when making decisions or changes in your career, or duties you perform.  Venus the planet of nice happenings will meet Pluto during the months of January, March, April, May, August, September and November. During these cycles you can expect great changes to take place within you and you may have the opportunity to change your job or career. Don’t hesitate to grab every new opportunity that comes your way, sometimes your lack of confidence may hold you back and cause you to miss out completely. Forget about your security this year, it is guaranteed, so don’t make excuses or procrastinate.

A few may entertain the idea of quitting their present job and become self-employed with a partner in some type of service industry. From January 30, and for the remainder of this year Mars will develop much pace throughout the zodiac without retrograding and this will have you on your toes in regard to your work, responsibilities and your daily routine. Throughout 2008 you can expect periods of hard work, tension and difficulty with partners, bosses and co-workers, your best solution may be to manoeuvre yourself into a position where you don’t have to work with or for others any more than necessary. You may be given an opportunity to work alone or without direct supervision, or you may find yourself in seclusion burning the midnight oil with studies for a future promotion. It is important throughout this year to trust your own initiative and work persistently to fulfil your dreams. You may have a strong desire throughout 2008 to tear something down in order to build something new, such as an established way of doing things. New vocational choices can be achieved through greater personal achievement and satisfaction mainly through your own initiative. Sudden or unexpected opportunities may come your way so be prepared.

For the first time in twelve years, lucky Jupiter will transit Capricorn and oppose your own sign. This will not be your luckiest year, nor will it be your worst. Steady as she goes is the name of the game, especially with speculation, gambling, stock markets, bonds, investments and other activities where the element of chance is involved. Although you will have to take care with the way you handle you money throughout 2008, expect some small to medium gains this year, as good fortune and luck may greet you quite unexpectedly from time to time. With Jupiter in transit through your sector of marriage and partnerships and you decide to end things, you may receive a settlement or if in business, you may buy out your partner or visa versa. With friends, entertainment, social activities and the good times, you may find yourself trying to keep up with the “Jones” and you may end up spending more than you can afford. Status and luxuries will be very important to you and you will probably spend a lot of money on social pleasures.

The most favoured months for increasing your finances are the months of February, March, July and August. During these periods, you may receive a windfall, substantial bonus, commission, inheritance, insurance claim, redundancy package, superannuation payout, a legal settlement, or be granted a substantial bank loan or extended credit facilities. For those self employed, you may decide to sell up your business, retire and enjoy the fruits of life. This is a profitable investment year however for real estate or games of chance, providing you are cautions and avoid impulsive attitudes. Some will have excellent opportunities to make money and increase their income through education, writing, art or entertainment. If you are selling your home for a profit, you may make improvements that will maximize the return on your investment. Remember this and keep it in your diary, whatever you do in 2008, never loan money to anyone, nor should you stand guarantor for any person, otherwise big trouble could brew in the future and this could cause you great legal expense and loss of profits.

Astrologically, this should be a healthy year for you, the only problem is Jupiter will influence weight gain and overindulgence may be a problem for many, due to much social enjoyment. The stomach area is a target for Mars throughout 2008 due to excessive worry and stress and seasonal inflammatory conditions may also be problem for some which may affect the function of the nervous and respiratory systems. Typically you could experience colds, flu, bronchitis, asthma, pneumonia, stress and all the problems caused by physical exhaustion. Fresh vegetables and a balanced diet of meat products may be the key, as a lack of iron deficiency may show up in your system this year. For some, you may encounter inconsistent changes in life, with intense emotions and aggressiveness and there may be a need for hormone replacement therapy. If negative emotions are not released or changed, physical problems will appear. Some may have problems with their energy and vitality, it is important that you remember to consume products rich in proteins and amino acids. Also, you must take care to get the necessary rest without having to sleep more than 8 hours a day. Some will have problems related to your body's bone structure, the skin or the hair and there is a tendency with Pluto’s influence to cause deterioration with back, thigh and joint problems.

Contact with the sun and fresh air will be beneficial for your general well being. Keep in mind; many of your emotional unbalances may not be produced by external situations or experiences but by blood disorders. The lack of some nutrients or intoxication or other excesses, can often cause changes in your system and lead to depression, anguish, fatigue or aggressiveness. Because of that, if you want to be happy, do not neglect your body and give it the best nutrition possible. Better still, visit your doctor or naturopath and give yourself a full check up and adhere the practitioner’s recommendations for better health. Don’t forget that dental appointment is 2008 either?