Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces: Compassion, Desire and Integrity

In astrology, the three signs associated with the element of water are Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Water is considered to relate to the human function of emotions. Water-sign people are adept with therapy, cooking, creativity and accommodation. See if you recognize yourself in the key qualities and traits of the water signs below.

Cancer-Soft on the Inside, June 21 - July 22

Cancers are known to be among the most sensitive people of the zodiac. Cancers don't often show their compassionate nature, which is sometimes perceived as vulnerability, and makes them seem very complex. They prefer to appear strong. Cancers are secretive about their tenderness and concern for others, so sometimes they are misunderstood.

Cancers are primarily interested in establishing security at home and defending their family life. Because of their protective and nurturing tendencies, Cancers can come across as smothering or possessive. They prefer to be straightforward and will shun unnecessary things. If a Cancer speaks about a difficult subject with someone, you will notice him or her to be tactful and sympathetic about it. Honesty and equality, as well as reputation and hard work are important to Cancers. Cancers make judgments carefully through emotion and intuition, rather than reason and logic.

Cancers are passionate about food, cooking and restaurants. Interestingly, this sign rules the stomach. Because of their sensitivity, they are prone to stomach upset or diet related issues. Cancers typically enjoy the public. If so, they will be fun, witty and approachable at a party. They will also be inclusive and recognize common emotional bonds. If opposed to others Cancers will start off with a strategy of passive resistance, but if pushed will become combative. Cancers can be moody and easily hurt but also easily consoled.

Cancer is a Cardinal sign and thus has an outward focus. Cancers are impulsive, expressive and like to start things. In the progression of the zodiac, Cancer merges the self discovery of Aries, the resolve of Taurus and the duality of Gemini into a harmonic unified whole. Cancers are quite idealistic, and may have difficulty facing ideals which can't be realized.

Cancers are devoted, patient, and forgiving. They will often lament about the past, old friends, and good times.

Scorpio- The Sign of Desire, October 23 - November 21

Scorpio is a water sign associated with the ocean. People born under the Scorpio sign are deep and unfathomable. The sign is concerned with healing and the desire to be pure. Scorpios make excellent doctors. Many Scorpios wrestle with an unwanted or inescapable aspect of their lives. They usually have to go through changes that are forced upon them in life. They have a never-give-up attitude and can be resourceful when it comes to getting out of a bind. People of this sign are often obsessive in their search to find the parts themselves that are unknown or unlived. In this process, they can be fatalistic, sinking into modes of despair, struggle and sacrifice.

Scorpios are known for the way they celebrate living. They have high-spirited, dynamic personalities. They usually are highly sexual and have a great deal of will power when it comes to overcoming emotional issues. Brave and generous, they are devoted romantic seducers, even while being uncertain in relationships.

As Scorpios grow older, the spiritual path they must follow becomes important. They focus on their inner qualities as they seek their ideals. They are driven to let old parts of themselves die off as they embrace a new state of aliveness and responsibility. The challenge for Scorpio is to see the beauty, love and power of life on the other side of letting go.

Scorpios can be secretive and can be trusted to keep a secret. They love time alone. Don't expect them to be terribly revealing of themselves. Unique and brilliant, they are less talkative than most, but amiable. Scorpios are quietly powerful. They're not too responsive to praise. They only get angry when provoked, and then they might be vindictive. Scorpios can be also described as intense, sarcastic, suspicious, inquisitive and unpredictable. Scorpios have a strong sense of integrity. They are hardworking, honest, patient and difficult to fathom because they think so differently from others.

Physically, the nose, bladder and sex organs are tender areas for Scorpios.

Pisces-The Sign of Integrity, Feb. 20 - March 20

Pisces is ruled by Neptune, a planet concerned with social obligation. Pisces often feel the pressures of cultural demands. They have high expectations of others. They are compelled to serve the ethnic, religious or social groups to which they belong. Sometimes they take on the guilt of the group's failings or play the role of the martyr. Some Pisces deal with social pressure or conditioning through unhealthy ways of escape. Pisces are notoriously involved with institutions and charitable causes.

Pisces are sensitive and psychic. They delve deeply into spiritual growth. They are sympathetic and responsive to the thoughts and feelings of others. They are bothered if members of a group don't get along or a party isn't going well. Pisces prefer not to engage in strenuous activity or aggressive sports.

Pisces represents the water of a river, fluid and moving. Pisces fluctuates- shallow then deep, slow then quick, pessimistic one day, optimistic the next. Emotionally, Pisces are known to be shy, vulnerable, secretive, moody and reserved. Once they are comfortable with you, they'll want your attention!

People appreciate the honesty and generosity Pisces insist upon in relationships. Pisces scrutinize conversations for any signs of false truth. They have little tolerance for self deception or lack of integrity. Pisces always want to do the right thing.

Pisces choose partners hastily. They are affectionate, understanding, and apologetic. Generally they will surrender in an argument. They like peace and serenity. Often they are musically talented or artistic, and enjoy being involved with home decor. Pisces love to fantasize and travel.

In the body, Pisces rules the feet and the glands.

About the Author:

New York based psychic and symbolist Derek Calibre is the host of Comcast's Psychic Workshop. He specializes in careers, relationships and decisions. Learn more about what the universe holds for you here => http://www.derekcalibre.com In private sessions, Derek uses clairvoyance and tarot in conjunction with a chart of the astrological houses.

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