Cancer Leo Cusp – Meaning, Compatibility, and Personality
Dates: July 19th until July 25th
The cancer Leo cusp, which is also known by another name as “the cusp of oscillation”.

This is the moment that the zodiac chart starts to move from cancer into the next sign Leo. It happens between July 19th and 25th.
People that are born between these days tend to have a lot of emotional energy that swings back and forth.
These people are dominated or driven but the very powerful energy of the Leo sun, coupled with the cancer moon.
This tends to be a very powerful combination.
As they do have a huge tendency to have dual energy flowing through their veins.
This is something that they really need to understand and learn how to balance within themselves. They sometimes can find themselves overwhelmed with how life is going.
If they’re able to find balance within themselves, the good in them shines through even more so.
You can find they are very imaginative and positive.
They can be assertive and energized.
They can be strong and positive leaders who are able to show and treat others with compassion and sympathy. With respect and care.
These qualities combined usually lead them to become extremely successful in any venture or project they may pursue or engage in.
The Zodiac Cusps are where the 2 energies of the signs merge. What does the future hold for you fellow cusper? Ask an Astrologer today!
Cancer Leo Cusp Compatibility
As with all cusp people, Cancer–Leo people are Attracted to other cusp people with Libra/Scorpio(October 19-25) and Capricorn/Aquarius (January 17-22) being most attractive.
Her= Scorpio or Pisces
Him= Capricorn or Taurus
Cancer-Leo Cusp Woman
- She is highly creative, generous, and always up for taking risks in life. She lives boldly without fear.
- She has a strong sense of self and relentlessly goes after what she wants. She doesn’t let anything stand in her way.
- She shows a mix of Cancer’s nurturing qualities and Leo’s dominant leadership abilities.
- She is best matched with an intense Scorpio guy or dreamy Pisces guy who won’t feel intimidated by her boldness.
Cancer-Leo Cusp Man
- He’s a natural-born leader able to take charge and guide others with compassion. He looks out for the people he cares about.
- He is extremely creative, generous with his time/support, and in touch with his emotions. He is emotionally intelligent.
- He displays a mix of Cancer’s caring nature and Leo’s authority and charisma that draws people in.
- He is best matched with a level-headed Capricorn girl or gentle Taurus woman who can handle his strong personality.
Their Strengths
They are very analytical, as they like to analyze any situation that they’re about to get themselves into.
This is a person that’s very productive and resourceful.
They are the type of person that makes a very good companion, as they’re pretty people-oriented and outgoing.
Their Weaknesses
At times they can be quite short-tempered so you have to be able to deal with their moodiness or crankiness.
When dealing with them in a relationship setting you might have to understand that they do at times become overbearing or controlling.
What They Want in Relationships
What they are looking for in the perfect relationship is somebody that shows that they have a lot of integrity.
A person that is very straightforward and honest.
Somebody that’s not going to hold secrets from them, but will be able to keep their secrets for their partner.
They just want somebody that’s going to be there for them that they can count on.
How they are in Relationships
These individuals are amazing when it comes to being in relationships.
They’re able to Captivate their partners with their attractiveness and charisma.
The fact that they are very affectionate and passionate is definitely a huge bonus.
As soon as they have someone in their sights, they know exactly how to win over that person’s heart.
They are always searching for that one person who will sweep them away from daily life.
Somebody that they can create the life that they’ve always wanted to have as a duo.
It seems like their relationships somewhat determine how they will feel emotionally.
It’s almost like when they’re in something that makes them happy, the world makes more sense to them.
Just like their life is getting back on track and becoming more balanced.
Their life lesson:
They really need to learn how to openly accept positive changes that happen in their life.
The people that are born between these dates sometimes are not open to the idea of things changing in their world.
They need to understand that they have to embrace those changes and stop being hesitant or resistant to them.
Earth and Fire – Mixing the Elements
Both of the elements come together in such a way that their feelings and emotions are under their control. They’re able to contain them.
Cancer’s sensitive emotions are slowed down and controlled by their Lively Leo side. It’s almost like toughness through passiveness. The yin to their yang is balanced out and kept under control. It’s not like other combinations in which there is inner conflict.
Cancer Leo Cusp Personality
Good Traits | Bad Traits |
---|---|
Creative | Moody |
Compassionate | Egoistic |
Nurturing | Stubborn |
Natural-born leader | Overly sensitive |
Generous | Controlling |
Emotionally intelligent | Drama-prone |
Strong sense of self | Self-centered |
Cancer Leo Cusp – Things to Consider
They are vibrant and energetic.
They must learn self-discipline.
They have rather volatile personalities.
Not only strength but also grace can be a focus of their life
They must try not to concentrate on the past, but live for the moment.
They tend to move a lot, not just physically but emotionally also.
Just like all cusp people Cancer/Leo is of two conflicting elements-Water and Fire.
They possess the inward, sensitive side of Cancer and the outward, fiery side of Leo.
Leo Cancer Cusp
They are highly volatile in nature which is evident from their momentary mood swings.
These people have interesting characteristics owing to the combination of two opposite natural elements viz fire and water.
They are full of energy, sensitive, graceful, and highly ambitious.
If they can strike a balance between their contrasting characteristic then they are able to achieve success in a short duration.
They also need to stabilize and maintain their self-discipline to remain happy. As mentioned, Cancer-Leo people are quite sensitive and they seriously take criticism.
They have a good taste for food and they are naturally talented to dish out gorgeous food items.
They are very caring towards their beloved ones and they are active participants in social gatherings and like to be among people.
Some of the negative traits of these people having this Cusp of Oscillations include self-centeredness, ultra-emotional behavior, and dependency.
They are always supportive of friends and relatives and their softness urges them to support even enemies in dire need.
But, they tend to presume a lot and might nurture grudges for a long time.
These people are always caught in the conflict between Cancer’s demand for solitude and Leo’s need to get the focus of all eyes on them. However, both of these signs want to remain extremely close to their families.

Other Cusp Facts

Wow, I wish I’d known all this years ago, I’ve always wondered why I don’t quite fully fit the cancer profile, but this is absolutely me to a ‘T’. I’m 47 and glad I can understand myself better now for the next chapter of my life!! I’m a 19th July cusp x
My birthday is July 22nd and I can confirm everything shared in this article is true. As a kid I was more introverted but I can balance between introvert I guess and extroverting when it benefits myself but not for the sake of others. Emotionally but logically driven and constantly moving. Sometimes I wonder how I ended up being an electrician because it’s the perfect career for this sign
I’m amazed how a lot of you are July 21st!! I am also and this is me!! It is hard work sometimes!!
I’m also very impulsive and tend to make dramatic decisions and then regret them!! I hate how dramatic I am!
07-24-87. it’s kind of scary how accurate this is. ive been an infj leo named daniel. but the cusp factor only ads to my duality. sun and moon. fire and water. introverted and enjoy isolation but love to grab my girl and start dancing until the music stops and realize the entire dance floor created a circle around us. . im.never the person that reads things trying to find out who I am. but its always amazing to read something and seriously feel it somehow knows me better than anyone could
I am 22nd July, I totally agree with this, I am 50 now and it took til 45 to understand my emotions and how to deal. I am more honest about them so I can be better with them. I wish this was true for my younger years but I feel that what life is about, mixing all personality’s and getting the best from us all. I understand the opinionated thing because lions rule and cancerians just want to help people, maybe too much sometimes to our own cost. x Jen
I just want to say hey to all the people born on the 20th July your not alone we are emotional and sensitive but if everyone was like us the world would be a better place
July 24th Cleo/ Virgo rise. Capricorn moon. 36yo man. Life has been hot and cold. Just don’t get your heart broken. It’s no fun.
I’m July 21st. Virgo Moon, Pisces Rising. And the heartbreak thing is so true. What makes it bad is that the intense over-the-top reaction to heartbreak kills your chances with your person of interest for good, when there’s a strong chance patience would’ve done the trick. That and it takes a lifetime to move on. Assuming others on the cusp are similar to me lol.
This is me to a T! July 23rd. I’m a line cook, and agree with the other line cook that commented. It has really helped me a lot with maintaining my my emotional stability and stress. I’m guessing a lot of us probably have high anxiety issues. That’s the case for me for sure. When I was younger it was a lot harder for me to be able to handle my emotional fluctuations. Was also hard for me to control my temper. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned to find a decent balance…mostly. Cooking on busy line helps me overcome my(work related) stress, by channeling that stress amd using it be more effective… and to put it bluntly…a straight up badass in the kitchen lol.
I’m July 21st and can so relate to your video. Thanks for sharing.
Mix it with INTP personality and you get one hell of a person . Mixed signs and weirdest personality what a life
That’s my personality type and my birthday is July 20th, I have to agree. Life is definitely strange for me hahaha, I can’t even figure myself out.
Same here…25 years of my life and still searching where do i belong the 20th July Paradox
Im with nicolette on this one july 20th n im very indecisive on many things im guessing thats what she means by not even able 2 figure herself out. Lol.
Hi hon, I’m born on July 20th, just know you’re not the only one. We’re gonna get through this together.
Same. It’s weird to be logical but emotionally driven, introverted but attention grabbing, and whole list of other contradictions.
July 23rd and most of this describes who I am
I’m born on July 22 & this is really true
Spot on forsure! July 20th ??
Julyy 22 ..spot on
July 22nd..and I’m not self centered…
I didn’t think I was either, because i’m so giving. However i’m sure you have your moments. When something is going on with me, I have a tendency to withdraw and become totally consumed with the issue at hand. In that moment i’m only thinking about myself.
I was born on July 20, and this is, so ME! I used to think something was wrong with me. And, I knew that I wasn’t a complete cancer. But, I am very very intuitive. And have a great memory. And reading this zodiac sign article has helped me to better understand my personality. And, why I am the way that I am. Why I do the things that I do. I guess both Cancer and Leo’s are self centered as they love being seen. Great work!
I’m an Aquarius (Feb 3) female who had Cancer/Leo Cusp (Jul 22) male fwb about 30 years ago…We still have great chemistry but I feel that he made up his mind about me a long time ago…& he’s not ever going to change it, is he? Despite the fact that we were 19 & 20 @ the time. We both lost touch for a while but it doesn’t matter how long inbetween…we’re always happy to see one another….I just don’t get it.
I’m a July 21st also and this is so me. I always thought it was because of my rising sign being a Taurus and my moon sign being Aquarius. But this seems to be more on point than anything else I’ve read.
I am also a July 21st with Aquarius moon and Earth Sign Rising (Capricorn). I think that both aspects really factor into it.
Absolutely indescribable… Its unbelievable that this page describes me better than i could myself.. July 19th and i am a line cook at a nice local seafood restaurant and looking os my passion everything in here is so so spot on. Ervery single day is a battle for me. But as i attain stability and mental disipline through working in a high stress environment with no choice but to maintain composure at all times, i have been able to find a nice balance and am much happier recently despite being in a point in my life that im back to relying on others for a short time until i get back on track
My birthday is july 21st and im cracking up because I cannot BELIEVE how TRUE this is!!! Every SINGLE line is EXACTLY how I am!!! wow!!! If this is THAT spot on I have to find out more on my family and friends signs on here! :)
We have the same birthday and this is so spot on it’s crazy lol
I’m July 21 too and it’s so true ??
yes it is. same here
My birthday is the 21st too, this is spot on!
My birthday is July.21st too.I couldn’t agree more hahah.
My birthday is also 21st July. Such a weird thing. I fall in the Cancer-Leo. Everything on this article matches my personality,except for the fact that I am an extro wart,not an introvert. But mostly everything else matches.
Loved your post! Thanks for the information. I am a cuspian cancer/leo and all the facts mentioned above clearly matches my own. Keep up the nice work.