3. Position of Saturn Cancer

Saturn in Cancer

Cancer energy is nurturing and emotional, and when Saturn is in this sign, your life can feel devoid of these comfy, cozy parts. Taking on a caregiver role can come naturally to you. Saturn`s task wants you to learn to honor your own emotions and practice self-care. Once you heal this area, you`ll feel more fulfilled!

Dates of Saturn in Cancer:

Jun 20, 1944, to Aug 2, 1946

2. Symbology of the astrological Eighth House

Aug 1, 1973, to Jan 7, 1974

Apr 18, 1974, to Sep 16, 1975

Jan 14, 1976, to Jun 5, 1976

Jun 3, 2003, to Jul 16, 2005

Jul 13, 2032, to Aug 26, 2034

Feb 15, 2035, to May 11, 2035

2. Symbology of the Third astrological House

Saturn in our charts shows us where we limit ourselves due to fear or insecurity. It can be difficult to express your needs for nurture with your Saturn in Cancer. You may feel that you are, more often than not, left to your own resources when it comes to sustaining your home or family and getting the care or comfort you need. There can be a strong tendency to dwell on old hurt and misgivings, and this can adversely affect your health and wellbeing. You could feel some resentment, too, that others assume you are the caregiver or the one in control and forget about your needs for nurture. However, you also feel quite uncomfortable in the role of being taken care of, so there is the possibility of a vicious circle or self-fulfilling prophecy!

Home and family can be a source of comfort and angst in equal measure. Some people with Saturn in this position may struggle to leave the nest, or become overly attached and responsible for their relatives. Shyness can plague you, making it difficult to come out of the proverbial Crab shell. Some people born with Saturn in heartfelt Cancer or the fourth house have difficult childhoods, with an absent or challenging mother. Although you may resist becoming a parent, it could be your greatest joy, whether you have children or pets. Your care-taking instincts could lead you to a career in the culinary world, hospitality or nursing. Working from home or owning a small business will be fulfilling too. You love being hands-on!

The hard shell of the crab, Cancer`s symbol, is prominent with this position–it`s a layer of protection since you can feel very uncomfortable exposing your vulnerable side. You dislike the feeling of being dependent or needy. Try not to convince yourself that you don`t need support or intimacy–Saturn has a way of activating our defenses. Insecurities or fears can keep you from opening up. Watch, too, for limiting yourself and passing up opportunities due to a fear of rejection. Love with “strings attached” is most frustrating but hard to avoid with this position. You are cautious, and safety is important to you, more so than most. You will work hard for personal security, home, family.

Problems with this placement have to do with holding onto things and holding things in! You`re inclined to hold on tightly to things of sentimental value. Saturn in Cancer is sometimes associated with poor digestion–breathing exercises and stretching might help. Keeping things to yourself can be a persistent problem that leads to health issues.