Mars in Cancer: The cosmic soul finds it difficult to perceive the testimony of

Mars when it is in this sign due to being in its fall. For this reason, the native
sometimes appears to lack some of the martial traits typical of athletes, warriors,
police and other such hard nosed individuals who enjoy risk. This does not mean
that they aren't there. This position is somewhat reminiscent of the themes
surrounding the movie "Psycho". In "Psycho", Norman Bates (Mars) is driven to
insanity by his mother (Moon) because his actions are dictated by her emotional
control over him. Pent up energy needs a way out, but the Moon contains it and
keeps these actions from expressing themselves independently. As in the movie,
there is the danger of domestic unrest or even violence. Frequently there is an
unharmonious relationship with one of the parents. These natives often find it
difficult to take an independent stand, and often seek the approval of others for
their actions. They often ask advice on what they should so in various situations.
On a physical level, they may experience problems with their stomache, with ulcers
and the like due to too much stress.

In a diurnal chart, the heat of the day amplifies the malefic character of Mars.
Impulses become more difficult to control and the drive for some sort of resolution
of the dilemma between self reliance and approval seeking is stronger. This
individual typically has trouble with parents.

In a nocturnal chart, the cool and wet of night inhibit the malefic tendiencies of
Mars, making impulse control less of a problem. If Mars is also above the horizon,
this individual may become develop leadership qualities and eventually gains
control of ones own domestic situation.