Leo: the sign of self-expression
Leo is a fixed fire sign, ruled by Sun. Its core quality is self-expression: it connects generously and openly, and speaks expressively, from the heart.
Leo Sun
Identity grows through creativity, generosity, and being seen. You may light up when you can express yourself wholeheartedly.
Leo Moon
Feelings want warmth and recognition. You may need to feel appreciated and to give generously to those you love. A Leo Moon needs warmth, and to be seen and appreciated.
Leo rising
You may meet the world with warmth and presence, and come across as confident.
Leo in love
Love is warm, generous, and loyal; you may want romance and to be adored as much as you adore.
Leo Mercury and Mars
You may speak with warmth and conviction, and like ideas you can stand behind. You may act with pride and generosity, and need your efforts to be recognized.
At its best and under strain
Sun rules Leo. At its best, Sun is confident, warm, generous with your light. Under strain, it can be needing to be seen, proud, or drained.
Leo in Vedic astrology
In the Vedic (sidereal) zodiac, the Moon in this rashi gives a mind that wants dignity and to be recognized, with affection shown through generosity and loyalty. Its approach to life is taking the lead and standing by it. Because the sidereal zodiac sits about 24° behind the tropical one, many people with a Leo Sun have a different Vedic Sun sign.
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