With the Sun in Leo (hot-dry) and the Moon in Cancer (cold-wet), the energy is Choleric/Phlegmatic.
Humoural theory is based on the ancient and medieval physiology and medicine as expounded by Empedocles, Hippocrates, and Galen. It’s all to do with the four blocks or ‘roots’ of the material world (Fire, Earth, Water, and Air) that manifest in certain humours and their related temperaments. Humoural theory underpins much of Early Modern drama and was extensively used by well-known playwrights of the period like Shakespeare.
Previously, we have experienced Choleric/Phlegmatic as linked to cold showers on unbridled passions as well as passion which never gets off the ground.
Why not find some middle ground?
Fire and water, as noted in an earlier post, at best makes steam. But whilst other zodiacal combinations of fire/water blow up, this combination could be harnessed for good, as for example in powering steam engines. This is because the Cancer is ruled by the Moon and Leo, ruled by the Sun and as such, all is right with the world.
- Cancer = faithful, stable, lethargic, conservative.
- Leo = boasting, enthusiastic, generous, impatient.
Get the mix right, and you’re on the way to success and happiness.
Get the mix wrong, then remember what happened in Shakespeare’s Hamlet : Ophelia was as unable to get in touch with her feelings (Phlegmatic) as was Hamlet to pursue his passions (Choleric). The result, as you may know, was madness and the catalyst, arrogance masquerading as knowledge.
Some key words for this energy include:
- Admirable
- Kindness
- Jolly
- Ponderous
- Deliberate
Advice: Everything in moderation.
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