Leo

Core traits

Leo is a fixed fire sign ruled by Sun. The element of drive, heat and action. Moves first and makes a path by running into things. Fixed signs sit in the middle of a season. They hold on to what they've got.

warm / proud / expressive / generous

Personality, up close

Ruled by the Sun, Leo is built to glow. Being looked at feels natural, and honestly, without attention they wilt. People call them proud, but more precisely they take responsibility for their own stage. Once they're on it, they have to give their best, which is also why they hate anyone seeing the effort backstage. They're generous on a royal scale with the people they like.

Leo in love

Leo wants to show off a partner like a crown. Secret relationships and "what are we" situations aren't their style. They mean every grand gesture, and they want the reaction and recognition back in equal measure. Compliments are fuel. With an indifferent partner, they stand tall on the outside and quietly wilt inside. If they fix the pride that won't let them apologize first, their love life gets much better.

Work and career

Anywhere there's a stage, Leo's presence shows: management, entertainment, performance, brands, politics. They grow the most once they're given the lead, and their ability rises to meet the responsibility. They look after the people under them, so people follow. The trap is getting defensive about criticism. If they hear notes as direction from the director instead of boos from the crowd, they're the finished product.

Friends and people

Leo stands in the middle of the group without trying, and there's always someone around. They're fiercely loyal and will step in for their people before handling their own problems. Sharing the spotlight is harder, so with someone who also wants to shine, a quiet rivalry starts. Fire signs (Aries, Sagittarius) and air signs (Gemini, Libra) are strong pairings. With the other stubborn fixed signs (Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius), peace depends on both sides respecting the other's throne.

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