The 12 zodiac signs are grouped into four elements: fire, earth, air, and water. And water signs—Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces—are known for being sensitive and sentimental. They tend to hold on to people and items long past their expiration dates, and their emotions are always flowing like the waves of the oceans. Water signs feel everything and can make wonderful artists because they are highly imaginative. They are very loyal and compassionate. On a bad day: The sensitivity of water signs can make Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces easily hurt and they may take things too personally. They can also be moody and highly suspicious. The Water element is deep and emotive, just like a river. These signs are very tuned into other people's feelings, however they can be moody and controlling. Those with planets in water signs are often assessing a situation by its undercurrents. ... Water signs are very self-protective because they're emotionally sensitive. Going forward in a relationship or situation often means being sure of their emotional ground, a kind of decision-making process that is baffling to others.