No one is the boss of YOU this week, Cancer. Communicator Mercury tours your take-charge tenth house from Tuesday until May 9, making you the clear alpha of the pack. Don't be afraid to let your bossy streak show. Your family knows this side of you well, so no need for niceties with the rest of the world. You're a competent, capable leader, and it's time to show your true colors. Grab the wheel and steer the ship back to safe, successful harbors. No one will object; in fact, they are bound to thank you profusely for saving the mission. This is a stellar week for all career-related matters, especially from Monday through Thursday, while the sun is still in ambitious Aries. Got a presentation to make? Try to schedule it before Friday, as the sun-Mercury meet-up helps you knock it out of the park. Aim high, too! You could get your foot in the door with some pretty impressive people, becoming the celebrity apprentice in the bunch. Being the little fish in the big pond means you're surrounded by people from whom you can learn. Rather than waste your time feeling insecure or competitive, embrace them as your teachers. Sharp as you are, you'll catch on (and catch up) quickly. While you Crabs are usually most comfortable in the company of women, the fellas take focus this week. A male colleague could bring just the boost you need to leap to the next level of the game. On a personal note, give the guys the benefit of the doubt a little more, would ya? You're so quick to write off the men of the world, but your hasty judgments could mean missing out on an amazing connection. Get past the nervous small talk with them, and you'll discover pure gold as a gift for your patience. On Friday, the sun enters Taurus and your teamwork zone for a month, bringing joint ventures into the spotlight. The social butterfly that lives within you is ready to flutter out of the cocoon. Although you aren't a joiner by nature, give the group thing a chance. As the expression goes, "Your network is your net worth." By surrounding yourself with competent go-getters and people in healthy interpersonal relationships, you're upping the odds of your success in the world. Not sure where to begin? Sunday's new moon in Taurus could help you find the perfect crew to collaborate with. It feels good to belong! Just be patient as you work through the icebreaker phase. Keep showing up. The awkward initial vibes will pass once you become a familiar face on the scene. Sunday is also a stellar day for all things Internet related. Ready to start a blog, activate a Twitter account, or begin working on a personal website? Harness the power of this tech-savvy new moon to launch your digital dreams into the stratosphere. Single? Repost that dating profile or send out a wink to a sexy someone on Sunday.

General Characteristics of Cancer

Sensitive Cancer is ruled by the ever-changing Moon, and your moods go through many cycles. You're intuitive and nurturing, even psychic. Pay attention to your dreams, especially near a Full Moon. You are sensitive and loyal, with a ready shoulder to cry on. Cancer loves to get domestic, serving your friends and family home-baked goodies and tea. When you get moody, you need to be comforted, or else just left alone. Like a crab, you can cling -- or pinch -- when you feel threatened or vulnerable. And thrifty Cancers can pinch pennies just as tightly. (Of course, you also love to spend! It's a mood thing.) To make life easier, surround yourself with comfort: a cozy sweater, a favorite book, trusted friends, and a stash of your favorite goodies. Cancers are close to their moms, so keep yours on speed-dial and call her when you're down. You may be an unofficial mom to everyone in your life, too. Taking care of kids, friends, and pets can keep your spirits high.

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