When one astrological season ends, the next begins, and that’s where we get the term ‘neighbors of the zodiac.’ You two, Gemini and Cancer, do just that. Gemini, born May 21st to June 21st, and Cancer, stretching from June 22nd to July 22nd.
If you’ve ever lived next door to someone who parks their car behind your driveway (hello you across the street!) or blasts music until 4 a.m. on a Tuesday (looking at you in the yellow house behind me!) then you know that just because you share the same block, you’re not always going to be destined to get along.
Can it happen? Sure! Should it be forced? Well, that’s the story we’re about to see. Let’s discover if this connection will flourish or falter. You can probably already tell by my tone… You can blame my bluntness on my exhaustion. My neighbors blasted Mamma Mia on repeat until 3 a.m. last night.
Gemini
Gemini, if you work a typical 9-5 office job, I’m going to start this by saying: How are you doing? You okay, there? Why, you ask? Well, you don’t do good in confined spaces for one.
But you’re a daydreamer, and if you’re locked in one spot, you’ll constantly look out the window wondering what you’re missing out in the world.
Your motto? The grass is always greener on the other side. Your middle name is FOMO unless you have full reign to do as you please. And if that’s the case, then the world is your oyster, and cliches are your weapon.
Ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, you know how to express yourself.
Not only are you an extrovert, but you’re charming, and the combination of the two allows for you to talk your way through the world.
As an air sign, you seek to expand your understanding of people and the world around you, but you never want things to become repetitive.
You’ll seek new experiences until the day you die. You crave freedom, and for this reason it will take a special someone to make you settle down in one space and say ‘I do.’
Cancer
Cancer, you’re the homebody of the Zodiac, and with a symbol like the crab, are you surprised?
This is an animal that carries they’re home on their back, and in many ways you do the same. Your home is your safe space, somewhere you go to recharge and relax, yet no matter where you are, you’ll retract into your shell if things become uncomfortable.
You crave stability and detest conflict of all kinds. As a water sign, you can go with the flow of situations, but because you’re also a cardinal sign, you also enjoy taking the initiative when it comes to pursuing your friendships and goals.
Friends are incredibly important to you, and it’s likely you have a core group of people who you trust and rely on, and they feel the same towards you.
You’re ruled by the moon, and like the changing tides, your mood can flip and become… dare I say–a bit crabby? You’re protective of the people you love, and loyalty is everything to you.
Because you’re a sensitive and empathetic person, however, you set high standards for what you’re willing to tolerate, and because of that you perceive your friendships and intimacy with partners as more serious than other signs in the Zodiac.
This isn’t a negative trait, though. If anything, you share a part of yourself in everything you do, and you’ll make sure to go out of your way to give your all.
And it’s for that reason that you often need time alone to reset your mindset because if you aren’t level-headed when you interact with the world, that’s when you’re most likely to lose your cool, and because you’re hard on yourself, it will take longer than you’d like to admit for you to move forward and give yourself the benefit of the doubt.
Gemini and Cancer in Friendship
You two likely met through mutual friends or shared hobbies or classes. Your perspectives on life and relationships are so vastly different, that one of you typically will zig while the other will zag.
Not only is Gemini an extrovert, while Cancer is an introvert, the way you interact with people is vastly different. Cancer, you prefer one-on-one hang outs or small gatherings where you can get to know the person you’re with. Gemini, you’re the opposite, capable of thriving anywhere with anyone. You’re the kind of person who will learn your server’s life story before you even order dinner.
This is exhausting for Cancer. You’re too empathetic to take on the weight of everyone’s stories, and you need to be mentally prepared just to hang out with your friends. The idea of bonding with complete strangers, just for the sake of conversation, like Gemini does, is overwhelming and not the way you prefer to spend your free time.
Friend Date: Mani/Pedi or Streaking on the Beach at Midnight?
You two like to explore the world differently. While you both value your independence and alone time, you’ll go about it in your own unique ways.
Cancer, you’ll do this by sitting at home, watching your favorite movie, or cooking a delicious meal. This space is your refuge and allows you to disconnect from everything unfolding in the world around you.
Gemini, when you’re alone, it’s unlikely your home is the last place you want to be. You crave the unexpected, and driven by a desire for freedom, you launch yourself into the world like a rocket, ready to see what new things out there can surprise you next.
When it comes to hanging out with your friends, you also have opposite MO’s. Cancer, you enjoy coming up with ideas of how to spend time with your friends, and when you get with your core group of people, you’ll often be the one guiding the energy of the night.
That’s the cardinal aspect of your sign, a trait indicative of someone who enjoys taking the initiative. You much prefer close-knit hang outs, and while you will venture out into the world for new experiences when you’re ready for it, it’s likely that you’ll need to recharge not long after.
Gemini, you’re a mutable sign, so you’ll find a way to enjoy yourself regardless of where you are and who you’re with. And because you enjoy meeting new people and being surprised, it’s just the way you like it.
Friend-Fection: Keep It on the Dl or Text ‘Love Ya Biatch?’
The way you two prefer to spend your time is like two neighbors who work opposite schedules–one nine to five, the other overnight. If that doesn’t illustrate your differences enough, then your style of communications definitely will.
This aspect of your personality is akin to two people who live on different continents.
Gemini, you’re ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication. The spoken word is your best tool for everything in your life and this includes how you interact and resolve things with the people around you. You have no problem telling people exactly how you feel, and your bluntness is honest and clear–but can be perceived as abrasive and cold to people who practice expressing themselves in calmer ways… Like Cancer.
Cancer, you detest conflict, and if someone has an issue with your friendship, you much prefer to have a calm and collected conversation. While Gemini is capable of that, their directness will come off much more aggressive than you prefer, and because of that, Cancer, it’s more likely that you’ll retract back into your shell to avoid escalating the conflict.
Overall, this will not be something either of you will enjoy.
Dating Advice: Send His Name or Send His Social?
And, of course, just like everything, your approaches to dating are vastly different. Gemini, you date for the fun of it, to meet new people. You don’t attach yourself to anyone, and it’s likely you won’t even express your interest in someone to your friends until you’re fully committed to them. And because you crave freedom more than anything, it may be a while before that happens.
Cancer, you keep a pair of rose-colored glasses in your back pocket. Although you love your freedom and independence, you want a genuine connection with a partner, and when you find it, you’re quick to get excited.
While you Gemini will talk about your dates to your friends just for the entertainment of a good story, you Cancer are much more private and prefer to keep things to yourself until you make the commitment you’re hoping for.
Gemini and Cancer in Love
If the disparity in your friendship wasn’t clear enough, and you ignore your better judgment and decide to date this person, then (sigh) here we are. A romantic relationship between you two is going to take some serious work. And even then, chances of it succeeding are not great.
The First Date: Roses or KFC?
You’ve just moved into your new house. Your first time living alone. Finally! You’re a Cancer, and this is your safe haven. Before you’ve even set the first box down, there’s a knock on the door. It’s your Gemini neighbor introducing themselves.
They’re talking so fast you can barely understand them. The only part you catch: We definitely have to hang out. Let’s go here… Oh, how about there? Maybe the moon? They trot off down the street, and you feel like you’ve been smacked with exhaustion; their energy is so extreme.
Okay, maybe I’m being dramatic–but this is what would happen if you guys go on a date. Cancer, you’re way too empathetic for Gemini’s fast-paced energy. Not only that, but Gemini, you’re never going to be satisfied just sitting at home. You’ll want to be out and about and exploring the world, and Cancer, you’ll be too exhausted by their nonstop energy to want to do anything but sit on the couch.
Love Language Do’s and Don’ts: A Dealbreaker?
You’re really pushing me here, you know that? If any of the above wasn’t enough of a red flag, you both agreed to a second date–and now, here you are, in an actual relationship.
Without screaming whyyyyyyy, I’ll just explain how this will unfold. To put it bluntly: you’ll both be happiest when you’re not with each other.
Cancer will finally have a moment to recharge alone at home, and Gemini, you’ll be where you thrive the best–out in the world being surprised and delighted by fresh faces and new experiences.
Cancer, you need quality time to feel connected to your partners, and you Gemini, need a bit of everything depending on the mood or the time of day. This won’t sit well with Cancer, who craves stability and likes to know what to expect in order to handle their relationship in the best way possible.
Gemini, you’re too spontaneous for that, and it’s likely Cancer’s need for stability will feel oppressive to your desire for freedom.
Sexy Time: Slow and Steady or Chompin’ at the Bit?
If you get here, I’ll be even more surprised. Gemini, you have no problem having flings. You like new experiences, after all. And even if you do decide to pursue intimacy with one person, you’re going to want to spice things up to keep it interesting.
For you, sex is more about fun than about developing a connection, and while it may happen eventually, it will take you a while to get there.
Cancer, you’re on the other end of the spectrum. Sex is personal. You share yourself and your heart with those you open up to in the bedroom. It’s a more serious experience, something you don’t take for granted–and something that’s sure to give you feelings.
There it is again–Gemini is zigging while Cancer is zagging. Do I need to say more?
The Verdict?
As friends, your different approaches to life will allow you to co-exist and tolerate each other at best. As lovers? Just don’t go there and save yourself the heartache–looking at you Cancer.
And Gemini? You love everyone, but there are people who are better suited for your flexible, adventurous nature.
Compatibility Scale:
- 1- Get AWAY from me
- 2- Who are you again?
- 3- I tolerate you
- 4- You’re pretty cool
- 5- Let’s gooooo!
Friendship Compatibility
Love Compatibility
What if I Love This Person?
You know that movie Love, Actually? Did you know it’s actually a horror movie? Enough said.
