Cancer is the Sign of home and hearth, while Gemini is the thinker. Gemini is very protective of Cancer and takes care of them; they can be the Cancerian's knights in shining armor. In return, Cancer provides Gemini with a happy domestic life and emotional security. Sometimes Cancer might build an idealized image of their Gemini partner or be overly possessive. Gemini can help by reassuring the Cancer partner that they are loved and cherished. Additionally, Gemini needs to listen to Cancer.  The Crab is strongly instinctive, and their advice can help Gemini avoid emotional dramas and remain in situations where they are needed.

             Gemini is ruled by the Planet Mercury and Cancer is ruled by the Moon. Gemini has an open, expressive nature that appeals to Cancer, who often stifles feelings and emotions. Cancer can be store up intense, feminine energy, and Gemini can help them learn to release this energy. The Moon controls tides of the Earth, quietly affecting all life; and Cancer emanates powerful feelings while Gemini bubbles with ideas. Cancer tends to be intuitive, and can teach Gemini to slow down and appreciate life instead of rushing on to the next thing.

             Gemini is an Air Sign and Cancer is a Water Sign. These two elements can be a great combination if they work together, using emotional drive and intellect to get things done. Cancer can help Gemini warm up and learn to be gentle, while Gemini teaches Cancer to come out of their shell. But Cancer can be emotionally overpowering, too much Water dampening Geminis enthusiasm. Conversely, too much Air can blow ripples across the Water and leave Cancer emotionally tattered.   Gemini and Cancer must talk openly and freely to ensure their balance is maintained.

             Gemini is a Mutable Sign and Cancer is a Cardinal Signs. Cancer is an initiator while Gemini is more open to other ideas.   They make a great team when they work together. On the surface, Gemini is the leader, bravely facing a challenge, but Cancer will be indirectly in charge through emotion and the ability to weigh the situation. It's important for both to be willing to meet halfway. And each must learn to accept giving in at the right time.

             The best aspect of the Gemini-Cancer relationship is that -- once they realize they're allies -- they can soar to great heights together. Gemini is thinking ahead and Cancer is quietly supporting these ideas behind the scenes. Each partners ability to provide what the other is lacking makes his or hers a fulfilling relationship.