8 Sentimental and Soothing Types of Gifts Any Cancer Zodiac Will Love
The Cancer zodiac season is just around the corner, marking the official start of summer—and a month of birthdays for some of the most loyal, caring and thoughtful people we know.
The sun will be in Cancer from June 21 to July 22, marking a time for reflection, connection and relaxation, and we're planning on making the most of it. If you have folks with Cancer zodiac signs in your life, it's never too early to start browsing for the perfect celebratory gifts to put big smiles on their faces, and we have some suggestions for you, inspired by the sign's best-known qualities.
Earbuds
Cancers are water signs, making them highly attuned with their emotions, and as music lovers, they're attracted to songs that make them really feel something. With a great pair of high-quality earbuds, you can help them hear every intention in every piece of music in a whole new way. Options with noise-canceling tech are also excellent from when they want to hone in on the experience, and you can make the gift even more special by sharing a personalized playlist you've made just for them.
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Sensory Deprivation Tools
Sometimes, Cancer's sensitivity doesn't just pertain to their emotions, but to their sensations as well. They can be easily overstimulated and overwhelmed, but with the right tools to temporarily shield themselves from this stimulation, they can ground themselves and create their own sanctuaries. The noise-canceling earbuds we've mentioned can be helpful here, as can earplugs and weighted eye masks, or even UV-blocking sunglasses when bright lights get to be too much. They might also appreciate a book on meditation and mindfulness to make the most out of those unplugged moments.
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An Astrology Guide
Water signs are also recognized for their intuition, with an almost psychic sense about things, which is one reason Cancers are often drawn to the metaphysical and esoteric. Even if they don't fully believe in astrology, they probably have a passing interest in it, so help them explore the subject deeper with tools to learn about the stars, as well as their own astrological influences. Self-understanding can help to bring them further balance and peace, and even better if you can gift a personalized guide that discusses their planetary alignments and what they might mean.
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Art Supplies
All Cancers should have some kind of creative outlet in order to process their ideas and express themselves, so why not help that process along? If they're already artsy types, chat with them about the supplied they're might need for the project they're working on, or tools that could help them get back into the habit. If not, gift them a learn-to-crochet kit, diamond or paint-by-numbers sets or just a coloring book and some nice markers. They'd also seriously appreciate if you offer to learn up on their hobbies so you can do projects side-by-side and keep each other's company in the process.
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A Cookbook
Cancers have a reputation for being homebodies. They're often at their happiest in the comfort of their own spaces, and they love the warm and fuzzy feelings that can accompany nostalgia. If they're major foodies, appeal to their sense of taste with a cookbook—particularly one focusing on hearty comfort meals and decadent desserts that'll warm them from the inside out. Often, Cancers don't shy award from carbs, starches and sugary treats, but know your audience and give the Cancer in your life something that will appeal to their tastes and dietary restrictions. Join them in on the cooking fun and throw a hangout to make the experience even more memorable.
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Cozy Loungewear
Speaking of coziness and comfort, buttery soft and breathable loungewear is basically Cancer's uniform when they're at home—and they wouldn't rather be anywhere else. These days, there are countless options that are equal parts chic, practically and ridiculously comfy, and Cancer can never have too many sets. The best pieces are super versatile, just as good for snuggling up on the couch, running errands or working out, so be on the lookout for pieces that will work for their lifestyle as well as their personal style.
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A Light Therapy Lamp
Cancers are truly in their element during Cancer season, kicking off the long days of the summer season, but they're not so good a dealing with the dreary weather and extended evenings that come with winter. During the cold season, they can struggle, suffering from irritability and fatigue because they're not getting their regular natural sunlight. When that's the case, a light therapy lamp can do them wonders, fighting seasonal affective disorder by helping them keep their circadian rhythm on point. These days, there are lots of varieties with smart options so they can just set it and forget it for improved sleep and happier days, even when they can't get outside.
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A Photography Book
Cancers rarely have any free memory on their phones, in part because their camera rolls are loaded with thousands of sentimental photos they refuse to delete. While you can't convince them to finally sit down and export all of their images somewhere safe, you can help them make every image even better by gifting them a book on photography and how to enhance their skills. As they learn techniques and snap more intentionally curated images, every precious moment they capture will be that more iconic—and they can make them even lovelier with some editing know-how.
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