Moon in Leo, Ascendent in Cancer (Cancer Rising)

Leo ♌︎ Moon in the Natal Chart

In the natal chart the Leo Moon is expressive, charismatic, and courageous. The playful nature of this Moon sign shines through as you enjoy the confidence the Leo Moon awards you. You have many fans and love receiving attention for your accomplishments or even the occasional scandal! 

Element: The Leo Moon is associated with the fire element making you hot headed and somewhat reckless at times. Leo Moon individuals see the world through their point of view and it is hard to talk them out of something once they have made up their minds. There is a stubborn quality to this Moon sign. 

Mood: This sign tends to use humor in the face of adversity. They can laugh at themselves and are quite hysterical at times. Leo Moons do not tend to let a bad mood get them down. They shake it off and keep going. 

Nurturing Your Moon Sign: The Leo Moon native should nurture their Moon sign by doing something spontaneous and creative. They love to travel, eat, party, and have an all around good time. Spending quality time with friends and family is one of the best way to honor your spirited lunar energy.

Cancer ♋︎ Ascendent in the Natal Chart

Astrological Body Part: Chest & Stomach 

Chart Ruling Planet: The Moon

A Cancer Ascendent or Rising sign in the natal chart will give you a very sensitive outer shell. You will wear your heart on your sleeve and others will always know how you are feeling. This sign on the ascendent will attract many people to you who need love and support based on the vibration of the energy you give off. You desire validation from the people in your life. There will be a tendency to search this out through intense relationships and romantic encounters. 

Style: Having Cancer on the ascendent may influence you to be a touchy feely person definitely the type to give out a lot of hugs and affection! You are ruled by the Moon and this definitely comes across in your style. You tend to wear pale or pastel colors, moonstone or silver jewelry, and have an overall sweetness to your appearance. You typically have a romantic and flowery style. 

Talents: As the Cancer archetype is an empathic energy you are also open to psychic information and high sensory perceptions. Your gifts and skills as a Cancer Rising may include a well developed sense of intuition, excellent acting skills, or healing abilities.