8 Big Tips for Successfully Dating a Cancer Zodiac Sign

Those born under the sign of Cancer are well-known for their loyalty, intuition and protective natures, often exuding a magnetic charm that's impossible to resist. If you're developing feelings for a special Cancer in your life, we totally get it.

Those born between June 21 and July 22 have Cancer as their sun sign, and there's a good reason they're symbolized by a crab. They're known for keeping most people at a distance and maintaining a tough outward appearance, while in reality, they're super sensitive, caring and prone to getting hurt when they're not careful with their emotions. It can take a long time for a Cancer to let you in, but once they do, they make devoted relationship partners who won't ever want to let you go. Whatever stage you're at in winning a Cancer's heart, we have some tips for you to help it go as smoothly as possible.

Patience Is Key

Chances are good that the Cancer you have your eyes on won't open up to you right away. The sign is known for putting up defenses so they don't get their hearts broken, and so it'll take some time to work for their trust and earn their confidence. Just be patient, and show them again and again that you're there for them and that you're someone worthy of their affections. It'll all be worth it in the end, because once a Cancer has your heart, it's not something they'll let go of easily.

 

Be Prepared to Commit

Just because it might take a long while to finally woo the Cancer in your life doesn't mean that you shouldn't be prepared to fully commit to them once that happens. With Cancer, you need to be ready and willing to go all in, because the sign doesn't do anything halfway. It's important that their relationships are built on authentic connection and that most will be in it for the long-haul. What they call devotion, others might label as clinginess. Don't mess things up by being wishy-washy or unsure, because they do not forgive a broken heart easily.

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Work to Understand Their Emotional Needs

Cancer is a water sign, meaning they're highly in tune with their feelings, and they can be an emotional bunch. While at times they can come off as moody or overly sensitive, those who truly get them understand that this is just their powerful empathy at play. It's critical that Cancer's partners are also emotionally intelligent and willing to provide a listening ear as well as a few words of encouragement when things get tough. Though their powerful intuition rarely steers them wrong, on the occasions it does, they might imagine that people dislike them or did something to hurt their feelings on purpose, even when that couldn't be further from the truth.

 

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A Little Reassurance Can Go a Long Way

As we've mentioned, Cancers can have their feelings hurt quite easily. Because a misplaced word or backhanded compliment can easily get under their skin, don't forget to reassure them as much as you can when they've done a great job, initiated a random act of kindness or just made you smile. Their generosity and caring nature is one of their biggest strengths, so be sure to compliment them and let them know you see how much good they're doing in the world. It'll help them focus on the positives even when they're having a tough time.

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Emotional Openness Is Essential

Once a Cancer opens up to you, they're going to hold very little back, and to have an equal partnership, you're going to need to be just as open with your feelings. When it comes to more difficult emotions, be willing to cry, express anger and work through what you're feeling. With the positive emotions, don't hold anything back! Because Cancer is so empathetic, they'll also be able to tell when you're not doing well or hiding things, and continuing to keep those emotions to yourself is only going to make them suspicious and hurt the trust you share.

 

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Help Them Stay Present

Sentimental and nostalgic Cancers can have a tendency to dwell on the past, which can make it difficult for them to fully appreciate the present—including your relationship. While it's not your responsibility to keep them grounded in the moment,  it can be helpful to redirect their focus, reminding them of all of the wonderful things they have going for them in the here and now, letting go of past events and people that are no longer serving them.

 

Don't Be Afraid to Ask Questions

Cancer's unique empathy and intuition can put them into unusual situations. Since they often don't need to ask many questions to fully understand a situation, or to figure out how someone else is feeling, they assume that others are the same way. Since they can basically read other people's minds, they wonder why no one else ever bothers to read theirs—when, in fact, their true thoughts can be some of the toughest to crack. Instead of guessing at every step, take the lead and ask questions to get to know them as well as possible. Be literal and direct to get the answers you need to fill in the blanks.

 

Be Their Biggest Cheerleader

One of the best ways to show your support for a Cancer is to make them feel safe and be their biggest cheerleader. Cancers often feel like they have to hide their true selves as a means of protection, but you can do a lot to remind them that the world can be a place full of goodness and joy and help them find their way out of their shell. Things won't always be easy for them, but when they're given the chance to really bask in the good times, they can find their greatest peace.

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