Energy: Feminine / Yin / Negative Element: Water Quality: Cardinal Ruling Planet: Moon - governs emotions and intuitive behavior Symbol: The Crab Phrase: I FEEL Parts of body: Breasts and stomach - love to eat and fight overweight. Digestive ailments caused by tension and emotional stress. Lucky Day: Monday Lucky Numbers: 3 and 7 Birthstone: Pearl Colors: Green and silver Metal: Silver Cancer is the fourth Sign of the Zodiac. Cancers are homebodies at heart. They are very close to family traditions and their roots. There is a maternal instinct that comes with the Cancer. They are very sentimental, devoted and nurturing. The emotions can run high with this bunch. They are quick to help someone in need. Cancers like to let things settle around them, not making many waves. The Crab is the symbol and Cancers are associated with the Element of Water. The sensitive nature of this sign may drive them into their shells. They can be very moody. This can confuse the rest of us at times. There is a lot of deep introspection. Their moods can change as fast as the planet that rules them (the Moon). Never underestimate the mood of the Crab, they may appear timid at times but will react on a large scale especially if their home is threatened. Crabs may come off as being shy in the beginning of a relationship. They like to test the waters and observe their surroundings. Once they are warmed up, they come out of their shells. But once out they still may have a hard time sharing feelings with others. It is easy to make the Crab crawl back into its shell. Try not to cross the Crab for you may get it returned tenfold. But don't let that fool you, they are one of the most generous signs, just stay friendly and they can be your best ally. Cancers are emotionally needy. Their feelings run deep and sometimes they can dwell on them. Cancer is the "I FEEL" sign. Sometimes the Crab can be selfish and feel sorry for themselves. The quickest way to the Crab’s heart is his stomach. They love food and would enjoy an evening of fine dining with a tasty wine. Crabs are just as content, if not happier, to stay home and cook a feast with somebody special. Family dinners and gatherings are high on Cancer’s list. Cancers can seem moody at times mixed in with a little irritability. Also they can be a bit clingy and possessive. On the other hand, Crabs have a great imagination, are tender, sensitive, and caring. These qualities make them a wonderful candidate for friendship and maybe more.