Cancer Characteristics : Nurturing, intuitive and generous, Cancerians enjoy family life and therefore they love to cohabit, create and dream. However, they tend to be moody and temperamental and therefore one must be careful of their energy that they exuberate in the company of a Cancerian. Cancerians can be influenced to a great deal by the people, the vibe or energy and environment that surround them. They are slow and consistent and require time, trust and patience before they can let their guard down. Once they are into something that they believe the most, they put their wholehearted effort to achieve what they have set forth for. They are sensitive, emotional and receptive. They are not easy to understand and it takes an effort to get through their tough exterior, but once you get through they are soft and vulnerable inside. They value family life and therefore believe in building a stable and safe home.