Logic versus emotion. Heart versus head. Sensitive versus stiff. No, I’m not describing the tumultuous experience that happens to your mind and body during that time of that month, but if you went there, trust me, I get it.
And it’s a fair assumption because your first thought when reading these comparisons was probably something along the lines of, ugh, no thank you. But alas, I’m actually describing the differing personality traits of the Cancer and the Capricorn. And from an outsider’s perspective, it doesn’t sound great, does it?
Sure, everyone has their moments of overthinking things or taking something too personal. People aren’t so black and white that they’ll only feel one spectrum of emotions. However, certain signs tend to lean in one direction.
If you had to break it down, Cancers are emotional, Capricorns are logical. And remember–your personality traits can be enhanced depending on who you spend your time with. Someone direct, offering criticism to someone emotional, can be perceived as rude, while the person reacting can be perceived as sensitive.
This is why it’s important to consider who you’re spending your time with. Not everyone will think that you’re overly emotional because you like to talk about your feelings, but some very well might. Oftentimes, this would be someone who has opposite personality traits and doesn’t understand where you’re coming from.
But what if I told you that’s not always the case? That sometimes it’s more than okay to spend time with someone who is the opposite of you.
Maybe it’s not always a bad thing to share time with someone who enhances your qualities, especially if you both can learn from one another, like you two, Cancer and Capricorn. If opposites attract, that’s you two, so let’s explore how this connection works!
Cancer
Cancer, you’re ruled by the moon, the planet that dominates intuition, emotion, and intention. (And speaking of that time of the month, if you’re a Cancer woman, you may discover that you struggle emotionally when you have your period, more so than your other friends. Researchers have found that women’s menstrual cycles align with the cycle of the moon, and since the moon rules your sign, you’re more inclined to feel your emotions more intensely during this time.)
You’re an emotional person, in tune with how you feel, and empathic enough to pick up on how others feel also. Your symbol is the crab, which represents your homebody nature–you live in a shell–and often need to return there to recharge.
But this shell doesn’t just represent your introverted tendencies. It’s also a barrier between you and the outside world. Although you crave connection, you have a guard up and won’t fully express yourself to the people you care about until you trust them. And when you do, you’re just about as loyal as they come.
Capricorn
Capricorn, you’re ruled by Saturn, the planet of timing, discipline, and overcoming obstacles. You’re regimented Capricorn, but only because you’re constantly pursuing success.
That doesn’t mean you’re materialistic, though. Your ambition stems purely from the fact that you detest laziness and you know that even when you reach the top, there’s always another level to step up to.
This doesn’t just refer to your professional life, however. You want to surround yourself with friendships that you consider successful, cars that don’t break down, and a routine that allows you to be the best version of yourself.
You don’t have time for drama that could knock you off your path and you have no problem dropping people from your life.
Fortunately, you won’t have to do that often, because your core group of friends is composed of people you trust, and it takes a lot for someone to reach that level of importance in your life.
You’re an earth sign, so you’re grounded and realistic about your goal, but you’re also a cardinal sign, making you a go-getter, someone who pursues what they want.
Cancer and Capricorn in Friendship
Upon first meeting, you’re both going to be turned off. It’s kind of like how I described these traits at the start.
Capricorn is going to see Cancer as way too sensitive, and Cancer, you’ll see Capricorn’s abrasiveness as cold.
But there’s something that will keep you two hanging out, and you won’t really be able to pin it down.
Friend Date: Mani/Pedi or Streaking on the Beach at Midnight?
You’ll realize that you share the same interests–mainly that you two have no problem staying inside and sharing pleasant conversations over going out and socializing with a large group of people.
You’re both cardinal signs, so you’ll enjoy coming up with ideas for things to do or talk about, but because you’re a water sign, Cancer, you’re a bit more flexible than Capricorn and will be happy to let them take the lead.
Loyalty is everything to both of you, and you’ll discover this shared value relatively quickly. Capricorn, you don’t have time for games, and as a result, you seek honesty in your friendships.
Cancer, you’re only interested in spending time with people you can trust, and you seek people who value loyalty and treat their friends with respect.
Friend-Fection: Keep It on the Dl or Text ‘Love Ya Biatch?’
Considering Cancer is one of the most emotional signs in the Zodiac, and Capricorn is one of the most detached, it seems like disagreements between you two won’t go well. And sure, there may be some awkward stumbling along the way.
Capricorn, you’re a good listener, so you’ll lend an ear when Cancer needs to talk. But where Cancer leads with their heart, you lead with your heart, so you’ll only process their words logically and not emotionally.
This has been an issue in your past, Capricorn, but Cancer will do something different that other Zodiac signs haven’t given you. They will express their feelings and then retreat and give you the space to process everything they said.
Cancer, you’re incredibly independent, so you don’t mind taking time to yourself and allowing others the space to figure things out. And that’s one thing you’ll like about Capricorn. They’re devoted to the friends they know are good.
So even though you, Capricorn, may not understand why Cancer feels the way they do, you’ll attempt to understand where they’re coming from and eventually reciprocate the conversation, bonding your friendship even closer together.
Dating Advice: Send His Name or Send His Social?
Capricorn, dating for you is a means to an end. You’re quite fine being alone, but if you have goals of having a family and children, you’ll date to find that, and it may be a grueling experience.
You’ll have little patience for people you know aren’t right for you, but even when you decide you like someone, you forget that you sometimes need to tell them this in order for them to feel reassured.
What you assume is clear, other people may not. And for this reason, it’s unlikely you’ll tell your friends about your dates, and this is where your Cancer friend will help you.
Cancer, you’re seeking connection with other people, eager for a genuine bond. And although you have a tendency to fall fast for new partners, you’ll be open and honest about your feelings with your friends.
Capricorn will scratch their head, but because they respect you, they’ll watch this play out like a scientist studying a specimen.
Cancer, you can teach them a thing or two about getting in touch with your emotions, while you, Capricorn, will offer a grounded perspective to Cancer that will help them see the reality that their crush may be more infatuation than love.
Cancer and Capricorn in Love
Although you fall faster for new partners, Cancer, you’re still selective about who you let in your life, and Capricorn feels the same.
For this reason, when you two reach the stage where you’re dating, it won’t be because you’re just lonely and settling. You’ll both have made a decisive choice to be here, and when you pick the option of committing to someone, you’re in it for the long haul.
Cancer, you’re a nurturer, possessive, and protective of the people you love. And Capricorn, you seek those who are honest and genuine, people who won’t say one thing and do another.
That doesn’t mean this is a perfect bond. There will be hiccups in your varying communication styles, but because your values are so similar, with a little effort, roadblocks will be more like speed bumps, things you two will have no problem stepping over together.
The First Date: Roses or KFC?
You both are seeking stability and consistency in your life, and you’ll realize as early as your first date that you are searching for the same thing.
Your conversation will be an effortless balance of listening and talking, and because you’re both cardinal signs, you’ll each be good at initiating the conversation.
Cancer, you’ll be more vulnerable, and Capricorn, more practical, but these are traits that you each admire in the other and something you both seek to adopt in yourself.
A first date will definitely lead to another, and although it may take Capricorn longer to come around to a relationship–because you want to make sure this will last before you hop in–Cancer, you’ll have no problem waiting.
Love Language Do’s and Don’ts: A Dealbreaker?
Cancer, you’re more about the emotional aspect of love language. You appreciate physical touch, quality time, and words of affirmation.
Conversation is important to you and you will express your feelings openly, especially if you’re in a relationship with someone. You’re romantic and enjoy making your partner feel wanted and loved and appreciate that in return.
Capricorn, you will have the opposite love language, giving gifts and acts of service. You, Capricorn, prefer showing your love rather than expressing it in words, and while Cancer will express their appreciation for your efforts, they will also need you to listen to them when they’re having a moment.
Learning how to talk about difficult things will be hard for you, Capricorn, but it will be something you will make an effort to do because you know Cancer is someone you don’t want to lose.
And you Cancer, can learn to show your appreciation for Capricorn by giving to them in acts of services–taking out the trash, making dinner, and planning fun things will go a long way in making Capricorn happy.
Capricorn, you prefer people to get to the point, so while you will need to learn to listen to Cancer, you Cancer, can work on being more direct and knowing that it’s okay to be blunt and open about how you’re feeling.
Sexy Time: Slow and Steady or Chompin’ at the Bit?
While you both enjoy taking the lead in the bedroom, it’s likely Capricorn will make the first move, and Cancer, you’re just fine with that. It’s nice to have a break from always being the one making the effort.
You’re sensual, Cancer, and you crave connection in the form of physical intimacy, although this bond will only grow based on how close your emotional and mental connection does. Cancer, you’re a nurturer and caregiver in all areas of your life, and this includes your behavior in the bedroom.
Capricorn, you’ll appreciate this. Cancer will make you feel special and taken care of, and because you’re normally used to being that person with your partner, you will find relief in being vulnerable with Cancer. This will be a balance that allows you both to try new things, switch roles, and connect on a positive emotional level.
The Verdict?
Capricorn will learn from Cancer how to think with heart, and Cancer, you’ll learn from Capricorn how to feel with your mind. It’s a balance, one that with patience and honest communication will create trust and loyalty that’s bound to make this friendship or relationship last.
Compatibility Scale:
- 1- Get AWAY from me
- 2- Who are you again?
- 3- I tolerate you
- 4- You’re pretty cool
- 5- Let’s gooooo!
Friendship Compatibility
Love Compatibility
What if I Love This Person?
In this case, as friends and lovers–opposites do attract!
