A Leo in love can be tricky to navigate. She wants praise most of all, so compliment her and don't mention her flaws. She prefers you focus on the good and pretend the bad doesn't exist. If you're just getting started in the relationship, be prepared to pile it on. Leo has the need to be marvelous, to shine brighter than anyone else, and you'll have to accommodate her. At least at first. Once you have captured her interest, the relationship can evolve, but at first it will be all about her.
If you're hoping to make a relationship work with a Leo woman, don't even think about looking at another. She hates competition because she hates to lose, so if you want to keep her, don't make her feel like she has a rival for your attentions. But, because she is a Leo, she needs a little more freedom, at least at the beginning. If you can't go with her to the club on Friday, expect her to find someone else who can. This doesn't mean she doesn't want a relationship with you. It simply means that she is going to the club and she's not going alone.
All of this may make her sound self-centered, but she's not. It's more that she's constantly moving toward finding herself, toward the ultimate self-realization. She knows she was born to be someone special, and she is ever in search of her destiny. Being a fiery Leo, part of her destiny is to find true and passionate love.
When she finds it, she gives herself to her chosen mate thoroughly and without reservation. She will not be outdone, so don't try to match her passion. But do give her all of your love. Anything else is unacceptable. If you do this, you will find a warm and sensuous creature at your side for life.
The Leo woman loves to be in a steady and loving relationship, but it can sometimes be hard living with her. She is the queen of the sun signs, after all, and she expects to be treated that way. When matched with the wrong mate, the Leo woman can become an overbearing tyrant, but this relationship is doomed to failure. Though Leo may be temporarily appeased by being in complete control, she will eventually become bitter and dissatisfied.
So the queen needs a king. Someone who can stand up to her but still make her feel like royalty. She needs affection and admiration, but she also needs a challenge or she'll become bored. For her, the perfect relationship will last forever, but the wrong match will end in a blaze the will shock even her. But for the right mate, she's a jewel that should be treasured for she is truly an extraordinary woman.
If there is one thing you should know about someone born under the sun sign of Cancer, it is that they are vulnerable to both praise and criticism. If you want to catch and hold a Cancerian, let him or her know just how much you appreciate and admire them. Do this in a direct manner, for Cancer will come out of his or her shell that much faster if you are forthright in your words and deeds. But don't be insincere. Cancer can spot a fake a mile off, and they don't like it.
Attracting a Cancerian can be done simply by showing your gentler side. If you love pets or children, start there. You can also try revealing your intelligence and interest in the world by having a real discussion about politics, finances, or charities. If you have a problem in your life, give your Cancer friend a chance to show tour his or her best side by sharing. They love to share their powers of empathy and problem solving, so share away, but only if you actually want constructive advice.
If you're the one planning a date with a Cancer man or woman, try the theater or perhaps a cultural event if there's one nearby. A concert may also be appropriate, or the ballet or opera depending on the exactly tastes of the person involved. Perhaps an event with a strong melody, even of its just a restaurant with live music, might be a good choice.
Tread carefully in the beginning. Cancerians are vulnerable and easily scared off at first. They also aren't very good at forgiving and forgetting, at least in the early stages of a relationship. You'll need to build some trust before you can make too many mistakes, so take it slow
And don't worry, you won't be the only one taking it slow. A true Cancer woman or man won't be rushing things. Until he or she is certain their own advances will be welcome, expect some skittishness. But if their hesitation lasts too long, the relationship might not be going anywhere.
In the end, a good, solid relationship with a Cancer is worth the effort. Trust and be worthy of trust and you just might find romance.
A man born under the sun sign of Cancer is incredibly sensual, and willing to let you know that he's sensual, but he'll almost never come at you directly. Though he'll happily play the attentive lover, he'll also make sure to leave himself a way out. Not because he can't commit, but because he's quite afraid of rejection. He falls in love so easily that he must take measures to protect himself.
Despite this, Cancer is both a romantic and a daydreamer. Blessed with a powerful sensory memory, he can and will get lost in the romance of a situation. His imagination knows no bounds and he is endlessly creative. Unfortunately, this cuts both ways. When he gets jealous, his imagination can jump right into overdrive. If he suspects his chosen mate is unfaithful, expect him to practically lose his mind. He is so faithful that dishonesty in love hurts him deeply and threatens the stability and security he so desperately needs.
The Cancer male is incredibly affectionate and spontaneous. Sex is best when it happens without any advance planning, though this man is loving enough to adapt if his mate needs a little more warning. He is attentive and dedicated, not needed many mates, but the one perfect mate.
This man will go to almost any length to please his chosen mate. He will make you laugh, spoil you outrageously, or do anything else to keep a smile on your face. His natural ability to understand the human heart allows him to feel your problems before you voice them, giving him a leg up when it comes to dealing with pain and heartache.
Perhaps most important to Cancer is having a mate who shares his hopes and dreams of the future. If he withdraws from such a relationship at a later date, it's probably because those hopes and dreams have changed, making him incompatible with his mate. If he does leave, however, he does it quietly and with grace.
Truly a man's man, but not in a rugged sense, this gentle sun sign has a deep inner strength and a great need to protect his family. He will not let you down, instead ensuring you are well loved and taken care of. He will be a devoted mate--provided you return the favor.
