 |
Sentimental Cancers hate to say goodbye. Like a true Crab, you cling to your
lovers and often won't let go until your claws are forcibly removed. Even if
the relationship is so over it's just a formality, you'll stick it out for
the false sense of security. Cancers don't trust easily, hiding their emotions
behind a tough outer shell. You hate the idea of starting over, and taking
the risk of trusting again. But you can't stay in a sad situation forever.
Here's how we suggest you heal your wounds gently.
Call your mom.
Cancer rules women and nurturing -- the "sacred feminine," as it were. You
need a lot of comfort and emotional reassurance. Your mom, or a maternal person,
is the perfect healing source when your heart's on the mend.
One Cancer friend flew her mom from L.A. to
NYC every time her relationship hit the rocks. Cancer Jessica Simpson leaned
on her family and sister Ashlee post-divorce. Spend time with
women while you go through this time. Suggestions: volunteer at a women's shelter,
join a women's support group, or go on an all-girl vacation.
Let go -- literally.
Cancers hold tight to sentimental objects, and this can become unhealthy. Oft
in your clutches: jewelry, pictures, ticket stubs, his
ratty old T-shirt. If it's over, bag that stuff up and either trash it or
stash it. It's okay to keep a few cherished reminders (or anything valuable
enough to hock on eBay, you thrifty little Cancer). Summon the courage to
put the rest out on the curb or donate it to charity. Releasing old stuff
energetically makes way for the new. (We recommend the space-clearing exercise
in the book Why
Wait? Create Your Soulmate Now!)
Drop the tough-guy act.
Face it, you're a sensitive soul and everyone knows it. Even if you hide behind
a tough facade, you're a mushball underneath. Self-protectiveness will block
you from moving forward. Cry until those tear ducts are empty. Let people
know you're going through a rough time -- they've been there, too!
Are
you "meant to be"? Find out how to keep your love alive
with an in-depth romantic compatibility analysis! Find
out more >
