Born Between July 23rd - August 22nd

The fire sign Leo is ruled by the Sun and so is involved with the principal of identity. Physically, it is related to the heart and back, and since it is a masculine sign, it is therefore more extroverted in its energy. A fixed sign, planets placed here have a stabilizing effect, conserving and building individual character, with a tendency to "get stuck" on things and people. There is a strong creative manifestation and childlike self-expression connected with this sign that others find compelling. This is a good thing since Leo is most inspired through the recognition and attention of others. This sign is associated with children, charisma and entertainment and Leos make great actors, on and off the stage.

Playful and dramatic Leo needs to express its creative nature with passion and aplomb, and to be recognized for doing something well,so that its ego can sit back and relax. Leo is the great leader by example, and given the role of respect and admiration will be a just and inspired guide. But when planets are expressed negatively in this sign, there will often be pride, narcissism and self-importance. Planets in Leo act with authority and power, exerting a compelling influence on others. Greater balance can be attained if the capacity to see oneself objectively is cultivated.

Leo's relationship to the father directly relates to their degree of self-confidence. Although Leo can be warm, gallant and charming, they have a strong need to dominate in partnerships and have a tendency to be attention-grabbing, precisely because of insecurity in this area.

Leos are romantic, and not averse to the occasional affair to give their ego the shine it needs, but they can also be jealous and possessive with those they love. Great challenges in life occur in connection with a confused sense of identity. In these periods of crisis, Leo tends to radically change their image and develop into what brings them the greatest attention. When false pride and elitism diminish, Leo's natural radiant nobility emerges and there is not a more warm hearted and compelling sign in the zodiac.

Moon in Leo is fiery, passionate and wildly romantic. They have a great deal of heart and enjoy giving or helping others, especially through their creative efforts. Negatively, they suffer from a prideful ego and a need for attention and respect that demands their ideas are always the best, and they must avoid "bossiness" with others. Positively, their warm hearted affection and generous spirit is a joy to be around, and their child like nature and powerful emotions can inspire others to positive action. A passionate appreciation for life and people in it increases their charm.

Mercury in Leo is intuitive, creative and artistic in use of words, with a flair for the dramatic and passionate that easily moves others to emotional response. This is a cheerful and warmhearted placement with a love for pleasure and creative expression. They are natural leaders as they can handle responsibility and are good with organization and sharing generous praise with others. This is not a fast mind, but steady, and they have a great talent with children, making excellent teachers, fun, playful and expressive. If placed in negative aspect, they can be strong willed, bossy, rude and conceited. A bossy nature, well disciplined, can bring out a talent with giving direction to others and a confidence and fun loving nature that inspire others to perform.

Venus in Leo is passionate, romantic and devoted. This warm hearted placement makes the most wonderful lover, loyal, kind and creative in their affectionate expression, although while they will put you on a pedestal, they may also want to dominate you as well. This is the pleasure puppy who will dote after you, take you to great places and buy expensive presents. But do remember never to criticize this Lion in public, and treat their ego and pride with kid gloves or you will have one of those dramatic scenes on your hands that they are famous for. There is a love of children and a warm affection and playful nature that is hard to resist, although, under negative aspect, it can be indulgent and lack sufficient ambition, making money matters complicated.

Mars in Leo beings enthusiasm, passion, creativity and a strong sense of purpose. This fiery placement can also dominate and be bossy and roar fiercely if their ego gets stepped on, although they really are more roar than bite. They hate small minded and stingy people and believe that life is to be lived to the fullest and passion is to be cherished and dramatized. Don't forget the roses and champagne here. Under negative aspect these people can be melodramatic and pretentious; needing so much attention they are exhausting. However their enthusiasm and strong ambitions generally take them far in the world, coupled with a true flair for the creative and a generous and noble nature that is genuine and infectious. Art is quite successful with this sign.

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