The Love Compatibility Between A Cancer Woman And A Leo Man
Cancer and Leo are the Moon and the Sun of Astrology. They are two different beings, needing and experiencing life within opposite lenses, but there is something to say about how they come together. The Cancer woman is a water sign to her core and lives within the depths of her emotions. The Leo man is the confident fire sign and lives within the flames of his pride. They both have heart but they need different sustenance to fill it.
Leo Man Cancer Woman Love Compatibility
If they can see the gifts of this type of opposition and balance the ebb and flow of their different needs at play, they can discover a relationship of support and purpose.
What attracts a Leo man to a Cancer woman?
The Cancer woman and Leo man are attracted to each other’s personalities right away. They find each other different from who they are or what they are used to but are also drawn by the sense of confidence and self-assurance they both exude. The Cancer woman is expressive with her emotions, and the Leo man adores a woman who doesn’t hold back.
He finds her demeanor hilarious, and her emotions aren’t too much to someone even more emotionally self-expressive than she is. The Cancer woman is attracted to the sense of regalness the Leo man gives off and she sees him as someone who would be a good person to be in a partnership with.
Meeting each other may be a different story, however, as they typically run in different crowds and would be out doing different things. The Leo man prefers social events, the Cancer woman prefers to be a homebody. The way these two are most likely to meet each other is either through mutual friends, online, or a chance encounter. The Cancer woman’s sweet demeanor is instantly intriguing to the Leo man, and he is typically the first one to make a move here.
What is the relationship like between a Cancer woman and a Leo man?
The relationship between the Cancer woman and Leo man is loving, supportive, and fulfilling, but it can also be very hot and cold for these individuals. This is a relationship of extremes, and things are usually either going really well or really not. When they are at their best, this is a relationship that has a good balance of spending one-on-one quality time together, and really building a life and a family or support system together. While also having a relationship where they go out, go on dates, have fun, and maintain their social contacts as well. They both will often want to do different things but will find a compromise and be able to have the best of both worlds if they are working together well.
On the other hand, this relationship can feel like a roller coaster because they are both more highly reactive and emotionally impulsive than most. The Cancer woman is sensitive to her emotions and shelters her heart in a safe place. She trusts the Leo man because he seems to always present himself as he is, but later finds out there is more to the surface of him than all fun and sunshine. The Cancer woman doesn’t mind emotional depth, but one mixed with pride leaves a bad taste in her mouth.
The Leo man loves the nurturing nature of the Cancer woman but can also start to feel a little stuffy if he is at home for too long. A fire can only burn for so long in water, and compatibility in this relationship takes work.
What is the sex like between a Leo man and a Cancer woman?
The sex life between the Cancer woman and Leo man is either there or it’s not. Sometimes, this can turn out to be one of the most sexually compatible and magical partnerships, but other times it can be hard to get on the same page in bed. They will need to be expressive and communicative on what they want and need rather than just basing everything solely on emotions and assumptions here. They will have a good balance between being submissive or dominant, however, and have fun here.
The biggest issue that will arise with the sex life of the Cancer woman and Leo man is timing. They aren’t typically on the same emotional time frame and will want to do and be intimate at different times.
Typically, the Leo man is a morning person, and the Cancer woman prefers night. How well the communication is in the relationship will be a big determining factor on how well the sex life is with these two. There is a lot of potential here, but it is important for these two to get to know each other first.
What makes a relationship between a Cancer woman and a Leo man work?
This relationship works because they both serve a purpose in the relationship. Their natural gifts and skills within partnership and love complement each other well, and there is a good give and take in the relationship. The Cancer woman is the nurturer, the giver, and the dreamer. The Leo man is the fire, the power, and the charisma. They are like the missing pieces to each other’s puzzle and take off where each other leaves off. They both bring something different to the table so there is no stepping on each other's toes here.
The Sun and the Moon are in perfect sync for a reason, and this is representative of the relationship these two can have.
Another thing that makes a relationship between a Cancer woman and Leo man work so well, is that they are both very protective of the people they love. They are probably the most protective out of the zodiac signs, and this energy is very much put into their relationship. Once these two form a commitment to each other it’s something they will both fight for and will not easily give up on. Cancer naturally provides a sense of security in the relationship and Leo provides a sense of joy and lightness. They work so well because they both have a purpose that fulfills the whole of the relationship together.
What may cause a Leo man and a Cancer woman to break up?
As good as this relationship can be and for the evolved Cancer and Leo, will be, this relationship can also be a rollercoaster. There is so much emotional activity within the lives of the Cancer woman and Leo man, that things can get unnecessarily hectic here. The Cancer woman may begin to realize in the relationship that some of her needs that aren’t so straightforward aren’t being met. She needs an emotional connection and receptivity that the Leo man may be too much in his ego or pride to give.
Whereas the Leo man may want to experience life with a little more independence, something that makes the Cancer woman question why isn’t what they are building together enough. They both see love and relationships differently, and neither of them is wrong at the end of the day.
This relationship is an example of opposites attracting, but we all know that doesn’t always play out the way we want it to. They can become quite controlling and possessive of one another, and the relationship can turn toxic if they are not checking themselves and each other before reacting. This relationship longevity will depend on the individuals at hand, and how willing they are to meet in the middle and let go a little.
Summary: Is a Cancer woman and Leo man compatible?
This relationship is one of loyalty, passion, support, and a little chaos. They will either end up at the altar or choose to remain friends, and there is no in-between here. The potential of this relationship is one where there are a lot of laughs, quality time, and emotional security. They can live a life of fulfillment due to being so different in what they bring to the table.
The downfall of this relationship will be impulse and egos, and they may push each other’s buttons without even trying. But, what would the Moon do without the Sun and vice versa? If science proves anything, it’s that these two were meant to be in each other’s orbit.
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Tayler Barakat is a Mystic who has studied Astrology for over a decade. She does intuitive astrology and tarot readings for people all over the world, and her work focuses on healing and empowering individuals. Follow her on Instagram @taylerbarakat_ and check out her website www.listentothevirgo.com.
This Black Woman-Owned Creative Agency Shows Us The Art Of Rebranding
Rebranding is an intricate process and very important to the success of businesses that want to change. However, before a business owner makes this decision, they should determine whether it's a rebrand or an evolution.
That's where people like Lola Adewuya come in. Lola is the founder and CEO of The Brand Doula, a brand development studio with a multidisciplinary approach to branding, social media, marketing, and design.
While an evolution is a natural progression that happens as businesses grow, a rebrand is a total change. Lola tells xoNecole, "A total rebrand is necessary when a business’s current reputation/what it’s known for is at odds with the business’s vision or direction.
"For example, if you’ve fundamentally changed what your product is and does, it’s likely that your brand is out of alignment with the business. Or, if you find your company is developing a reputation that doesn’t serve it, it might be time to pump the brakes and figure out what needs to change.
She continues, "Sometimes you’ll see companies (especially startups) announce a name change that comes with updated messaging, visuals, etc. That usually means their vision has changed or expanded, and their previous branding was too narrow/couldn’t encompass everything they planned to do."
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The Brand Doula was born in 2019, and its focus is on putting "the experiences, goals, and needs of women of color founders first," as well as brands with "culture-shifting missions."
According to Lola, culture-shifting is "the act of influencing dominant behavior, beliefs, or experiences in a community or group (ideally, for the better)."
"At The Brand Doula, we work with companies and leaders that set out to challenge the status quo in their industries and communities. They’re here to make an impact that sends ripples across the market," she says.
"We help the problem solvers of the world — the ones who aren't satisfied with 'this is how it's always been' and instead ask 'how could this be better?' Our clients build for impact, reimagining tools, systems, and ways of living to move cultures forward."
The Brand Doula has worked with many brands, including Too Collective, to assist with their collaboration with Selena Gomez's Rare Beauty and Balanced Black Girl for a "refresh," aka rebrand. For businesses looking to rebrand, Lola shares four essential steps.
1. Do an audit of your current brand experience — what’s still relevant and what needs to change? Reflect on why you’re doing the rebrand in the first place and what success would look like after relaunching.
2. Tackle the overall strategy first — before you start redesigning logos and websites, align on a new vision for your brand. How do you want your company to be positioned moving forward? Has your audience changed at all? Will your company have a fresh personality and voice?
3. Bring your audience along the journey — there’s no need to move in secret. Inviting your current audience into the journey can actually help them feel more connected to and invested in your story, enough to stick around as changes are being made.
4. Keep business moving — one of my biggest pet peeves is when companies take down their websites as soon as they have the idea to rebrand, then have a Coming Soon page up for months! You lose a lot of momentum and interest by doing that. If you’re still in business and generating income, continue to operate while you work on your rebrand behind the scenes. You don’t want to cut existing customers off out of the blue, and you also don’t want so much downtime that folks forget your business exists or start looking for other solutions.
While determining whether the rebrand was successful may take a few months, Lola says a clear sign that it is unsuccessful is negative feedback from your target audience. "Customers are typically more vocal about what they don’t like more than what they do like," she says.
But some good signs to look out for are improvements in engagement with your marketing, positive reviews, press and increase in retention, and overall feeling aligned with the new branding.
For more information about Lola and The Brand Doula, visit her website, thebranddoula.com.
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'Power Book II: Ghost' Star LaToya Tonodeo Doesn't Think Her Character's Mom Is A Toxic Parent
The Power Book II: Ghost finale episodes resumed on Friday, Sept 6, and the Tejadas appear to be in deep trouble. Spoiler alert: Diana Tejada, played by LaToya Tonodeo, is pregnant with Tariq St. Patrick's (Michael Rainey Jr.) baby while simultaneously dealing with her family's new arrangement with dirty cop Don Carter (Michael Ealy).
Diana doesn't want her child near the drug game, but due to her family and her child's father's active roles in that lifestyle, she may not have a choice. In a xoNecole exclusive, LaToya opens up about the reality of Diana's options.
"My advice would be like, girl, you better pray about it and make the best decision. But in actuality, like looking at the circumstances, I don't necessarily think it's best for her right now to leave her support system," she admits.
"She needs all the support she can get. It just doesn't make sense. You're saying you don't want Tariq to be a part of the life, but that's clearly what he is doing in his path. And then you're a Tejada, your family is a part of that life. And then you're in school. How are you going to support yourself and a child off the candy store like it's not going to work.
She continues, "So you need to keep, in my opinion, I would say, keep the family as close as you can, because regardless of who they are and how they operate, it's definitely beneficial for her."
"So you need to keep, in my opinion, I would say, keep the family as close as you can, because regardless of who they are and how they operate, it's definitely beneficial for her."
If you watch Power Book II: Ghost, then you are familiar with the family dynamic between the Tejadas. The family's matriarch, Monét, played by R&B legend Mary J. Blige, groomed her kids to be gangsters and help her run their drug empire.
But her parenting has often caused a wedge between her kids Diana, Dru (Lovell Adams-Gray), and Cain (Woody McClain), especially after she killed their father. This led to Diana and Dru recruiting Tariq to kill Monét, but it was unsuccessful and now, Monét is now trying to repair her relationship with her kids.
While Monét ticks off many of the boxes of what a toxic parent may look like, LaToya has another point of view. "I feel like even though, on the outside, it could look like she's a toxic parent, I believe that we try to show that there's still elements of love there, and there are moments where Diana, for the sake of family, still will forgive all the things that, like if she feels blamed for certain things," she explains.
"Like the time, I think it was last season or season three, when Monét actually went into Diana's dorm room and apologized and all the things-- she's okay with it, because Diana really wants family."
She continues, "And at the end of the day, Diana wants her mother to see her. So it might sound toxic to say that I don't believe she's fully toxic, but Diana is okay with giving chances, and maybe that's to her detriment, but she's okay with giving chances, and the growth between them is a push and pull, but Diana needs it."
Watch the full interview below:
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