The Sun is the planet that zodiac novices are most interested in. But the moon is equally important in a chart. This planet relates to the world of emotions, including the nature embedded by nature, nurture and memory. It resides in the subconscious and deals with how a person relates to those around them. The characteristics in this sign might not be apparent to the person they refer to since they reside so deeply in the mind. Others are often better able to recognize these traits, as they are put out there into the world more than they are reflected upon.

A zodiac Moon in Cancer makes for an individual that is dependent on the acceptance and recognition of others. Their deep sensitivity can cause a brooding, moody nature to show through from time to time. Not the fastest learners in the zodiac, they do have exceptional memories. Once a lesson is learned, it is there to stay. This person has no great need to be intellectually superior to others but they do feel the need to be educated enough to escape negative judgment. They rely more on instinct than thought to get through life anyway.

There is no question that the heart overrules the head in this sign. In fact, the head barely even gets to enter the fight. It is difficult for them to make a confident decision since rational thought is not their strong suit. But they do have a strong intuition and trust that above and beyond even their own naturally distrusting and suspicious thoughts. In order to hear that instinctive voice in the back of their head, they usually will need to clear away all of the other emotional chaos that goes on in their mind. That can be done more easily if there isn't a decision waiting on the other side of clarity.

Their sensitivity is so acute that the emotions and attitudes of their surroundings can influence their own mood. The heart is on the sleeve but they spend great amounts of time crafting a shell over it so that others can't spot the vulnerability. How they are perceived is so important that they may have a genuine fear of showing weakness. These changing moods can make it difficult for maintaining a relationship. That's unfortunate, considering how much importance these people put on family and the security of home.

In a loving relationship, the person born under a Cancer Moon is gentle and romantic, greatly protective over their castle. They can be so protective that it crosses the line and becomes controlling. Anything that has to do with securing the home is given the utmost importance. This can include people, material possessions, money and traditions. Things to challenge the security of the home are not appreciated. Sudden change, risks or divergent opinions will be rejected and treated with apprehension. It may be a hard lesson they have to learn that holding on to things tightly doesn't always ensure they will be around forever.