Have you ever broken down in tears in front of your Cancer man? It’s not easy showing such raw emotion, especially to a sign that feels EVERYTHING so deeply.
As an intuitive water sign ruled by the changing Moon, your Cancer guy can handle your occasional overflow of feelings better than you think. And getting all vulnerable like that might even make you two feel more connected.
The Cancer Man’s Personality
Cancer men feel things on a deep level, but they prefer to keep those feelings to themselves. They’re all about their ruling planet, Moon – emotions, looking inside yourself, and motherhood. Even though he’s a guy, there’s a feminine side to him, too, or he really cares about you like a mom cares about her kid.
His sensitivity is both good and bad. On one hand, it lets him be empathetic, caring, and intuitive. But on the other hand, it makes him more likely to worry, feel anxious, and be insecure. Don’t expect a Cancer guy to just start crying in front of you. He feels most comfortable showing emotions through things he does and affectionate gestures.
Cancer guys are also traditional at their core and think family comes before anything else. Making a comfy home and strong family bonds are top priorities for the Cancer man. He’s a really devoted partner and loving dad. Cancer guys also tend to be nostalgic and value traditions passed down from older generations.
How The Cancer Man Reacts When You Cry In Front of Him
If you cry in front of a Cancer man, his empathy goes into overdrive. He’ll be able to tell exactly what you’re feeling and will do everything he can to make you feel better. Cancers are super compassionate, so seeing tears will really get to him emotionally. Expect a big hug while he hands you tissues. He’ll listen without any criticism as you spill your guts. When you hurt, he hurts – that’s the kind of caring man he is.
He Wants To Fix Things
If he sees you upset, his first instinct is going to be to try and make it all better. He might start giving you advice on what to do or how to solve the problem that’s bothering you. And it’s not that he doesn’t care about your feelings, he really does. It’s just that his way of showing he cares is by trying to resolve the issue. But sometimes all a person wants is for someone to listen while they vent.
He May Become Emotional Himself
Don’t be surprised if your tears cause him to shed a few of his own. Cancers are usually very empathetic and in tune with other people’s emotions. Seeing how upset you are might really get to him as well and make him feel sad too. He’ll likely try his best to stay strong for you, but don’t be shocked if his eyes start to water or his voice wavers at some points.
Make sure to let him know how much you value his support – the fact that he’s comfortable being emotionally vulnerable around you really demonstrates how much he cares about you.
What To Do After Showing Your Soft Side
After showing such raw emotion in front of your Crab, it’s natural to feel a little embarrassed or exposed now..but don’t sweat it, Cancer guys are usually super understanding and caring. To help you both feel better, here’s what you should do:
Reassure Him
Let your Cancer man know you’re okay now and that his support means a lot. Say something like, “I’m feeling better now, thanks for being there for me.” Cancer men aim to please, so reassurance that he helped will make him feel good.
Explain If Needed
If you just started crying in front of your Cancer man out of nowhere, give him a little context about what’s going on. Let him know generally what’s got you feeling emotional lately without spilling all the details. Like “Work’s been kicking my butt this week, things just felt like too much for a second.” Giving him the quick rundown will prevent any mixed signals and actually strengthen your connection since you’re openin’ up to each other.
Be Affectionate
Cancerians show their love through physical touch, quality time together, and affection. Make sure to give him extra hugs, hold his hand, and cuddle up close. The physical intimacy will really make him feel needed and reassure him that you’re feeling better. Make eye contact when you talk, flash that smile, and keep a positive attitude to show how much you appreciate his patience and support during this time.
With all that comfort and affection from your Cancer man, you’ll be back to your normal self before you know it. And going through this experience together will only make your bond stronger as time goes on. He just wants to take care of you..so let him!