leo zodiac sign

The Leo – Zodiac Sign Dates and Personality

Leos are natural leaders. They are confident, fearless, and strong. However, they are also egotistical attention seekers. Here is everything you need to know about Leo:

Leo Traits

Element: Fire 

Date: July 23-August 22; fifth sign of the zodiac 

Ruler: Sun

Quality: Fixed

Color: Yellow, orange, gold  

Most compatible with: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra

Least compatible with: Taurus, Scorpio, Virgo

Fixed zodiac signs: Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius

Daily Horoscope

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Leo Astrology Symbol and Sign

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People born between July 22 and August 23 have a Leo sun sign. They are represented by a lion because they are strong and self-confident. Leos love to watch their friends and partners succeed — unless they feel threatened. Leos want to be the best at everything, so they will get upset if they feel second best. They don’t want their egos to get bruised.

Leo Element 

Leos are a fire sign. This means they’re impulsive, excitable, and passionate. Once they set their sights on something, they won’t give up. They are stubborn when it comes to achieving their biggest dreams. Fire signs are also competitive. They are constantly trying to challenge themselves in order to better themselves. They’ll never back down from a challenge and they love to play games.

Aries and Sagittarius are the other fire signs in the zodiac. All three of these signs get along well because they share so many morals, dreams, and personality traits. These signs are spontaneous, so they will agree to make plans at the last second. They’re also creative, so they’re able to collaborate on projects together. They have the potential to become close friends or business partners.

Leo Traits

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Astrology can tell you a lot about a person. If you’re interested in dating a Leo or becoming friends with one, then you might want to research their sign to learn more. Here are some common Leo personality traits, so you know what to expect from the Leos in your life:

Good traits

Leos are loyal and extremely generous. They care deeply about their friends and family members. If they notice someone in need, they will do whatever they can to help. Leos, like lions, are fiercely protective of the people they care about the most. They won’t let anyone harm their loved ones.

Leos are also passionate. They never hold back their feelings because they are in touch with their emotions. If they have a crush on you, they’re going to show it. They won’t hold back out of fear of rejection. Since their sign is represented by a lion, there’s not much in the world that scares them.

Bad traits

Leos want all of the attention on them. They become extremely jealous when other people are in the spotlight. They are also proud and have a huge ego, so they won’t handle it well when someone disrespects them. Leos aren’t afraid to hold a grudge. If someone hurts them, they will resent that person forever.

Leos are also naive. They are optimists with extremely high confidence, so they assume they are smart enough to see through others. It’s pretty easy for someone to get away with lying to a Leo or scamming them. However, once a Leo realizes they’ve been tricked, their wrath will come out. They don’t take betrayal lightly.

Strengths

Leos are optimistic. Even when things go wrong, they look on the bright side. They have a passion for life and try their best to have fun. Leos are also hilarious and charming. They make friends easily because they are social butterflies. They love having an audience for their stories.

Leos are also incredibly loyal. Even though they’re social and love to flirt, they would never cheat on their partners. Once they make a commitment to someone, they take it seriously. This sign has a huge heart, so they hate seeing people in pain. They would never want to cause anyone, especially their loved ones, to cry.

Weaknesses

Leos are self-centered and arrogant. They assume they’re always right, so they have a hard time accepting criticism. When someone corrects them, they will shut down or act out. Leos are stubborn, so they don’t compromise in arguments. They will always insist they’re in the right.

Unfortunately, Leos can come across as snobby because they have such high standards. They are materialistic and want to live a lavish life. Leos prefer partners who have money and can take them on once-in-a-lifetime experiences. They believe they deserve the best, so they won’t settle for a mundane life.

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Leos are creative. They enjoy acting, writing, singing, dancing, and comedy. This sign works well in the theater, whether they are starring in the play or writing the script. Either way, they love entertaining people and being the center of attention. They’re happiest when all eyes are on them.

Leos also love travel and adventures. They’re spontaneous, so they’re never going to turn down the opportunity to go someplace new. They want to see the world. The idea of staying in their hometown forever makes them restless. They are meant for bigger things.

Dislikes

Leos cannot stand ignorance or rudeness of any kind. They have high standards, so they won’t waste their time with anyone who treats others with disrespect. Leos don’t have any patience when it comes to bullies. They will always stick up for people who need their help.

Leos also have trouble dealing with authority figures. They want to be the ones giving orders, so they aren’t happy when they’re being bossed around. Leos can struggle in certain work environments if they’re not given enough freedom. They need the space to make their own decisions.

Romance

Leos are passionate, and they expect passion from their partners as well. This is why their most compatible signs are other fire signs. Fire signs won’t hesitate to let their emotions out, whether they’re positive or negative.

Leos also expect to be treated like royalty. If someone disrespects them, they will walk away. It doesn’t matter how much they like this person because they know they have options. They understand what they deserve. They won’t settle for less.

For a Man

Leo men want romantic partners who give them constant praise. Leos tend to have words of affirmation as their love language because they want to be showered in compliments.

A relationship isn’t going to last long if a Leo feels neglected or ignored by their partner. If they aren’t getting treated well enough, then they won’t hesitate to walk away.

For a Woman

In romantic relationships, Leos expect to receive as much as they give. They aren’t going to settle for a partner who accepts their sweet gestures without offering anything in return.

Leos want to date a romantic. They want to be whisked away on fancy trips and get surprised with thoughtful presents. If their partner isn’t putting in one-hundred percent, they will feel like they’re getting ripped off.

Leo Love and Romance

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Leos have high standards in relationships. They expect their partner to spoil them rotten. If they don’t get enough attention, they are going to grow restless. Even though Leos come across as confident, they need constant validation from their partners.

Leo Friends and Family 

Anyone with the Leo sign is trustworthy and dependable. They make excellent friends because they will push you to follow your dreams and be your biggest supporter.

Leos are also excellent hosts. They love throwing parties and inviting all their friends. This sign hates being alone, so you can expect frequent texts from them. It’ll be hard to lose touch because they are so social. Whenever you invite them out, they’ll agree.

Leo Money and Future

Leos work hard. When they create a goal, they won’t rest until they accomplish it. They are well-suited for careers in the entertainment industry. However, they can also find success in politics because they are natural-born leaders. They love being in charge and giving orders.

Some of the most famous Leos are Barack Obama, Meghan Markle, Kylie Jenner, Joe Jonas, and Shawn Mendes.

Attracting a Leo Man

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If you want a relationship with a Leo man, you need to spend plenty of time with him. He won’t be happy if you prioritize your work or your friends above him. He wants to know that he’s the most important part of your life. Leo men work best with shy partners who won’t mind them being the center of attention. If their partner gets too much of the spotlight, a Leo man will get jealous.

Leo men want to take the lead in the relationship. They want to set the pace, initiate the first kiss, and plan the dates. However, they don’t want you to be too passive. You need to make it clear your feelings for them are strong so they don’t question your loyalty. If you want a Leo to stay with you, you need to give them reassurance you’re happy with them.

Attracting a Leo Woman

If you want a relationship with a Leo woman, you need to show her you are trustworthy and dependable. She doesn’t want to look foolish by giving her heart to the wrong person. If you lie to her or sneak around behind her back, she will never forgive you. It’s easy to lose her trust but it can take time to build it. If you want a Leo sign as your girlfriend, you need to make sure you’re on your best behavior at all times.

Leos are one of the most honest signs in the zodiac. They are direct because they don’t see the point in beating around the bush. If you’re dating a Leo woman, prepare to hear what she really thinks. She is opinionated, and she won’t be happy if you try to keep her quiet. She needs someone who admires her boldness, not someone who wants to change her.

Leo Enemy

Leos have the hardest time getting along with Taurus, Scorpio, and Aquarius. Although they are fixed signs, they will butt heads. They are too similar, which means they aren’t going to budge in arguments. All of these signs are too stubborn for their own good.

Leo Energy

Leo has confident, courageous energy. They aren’t going to back down from a challenge because they believe in themselves. They know they’re capable of achieving anything they set their mind on.

On the flip side, Leos can be reckless at times because of this overconfidence. Their fearlessness can backfire on them and get them into sticky situations.

Leo Rising Sign

The ascendant is the astrological sign that is ascending on the eastern horizon at the time of your birth. You can calculate it by inputting your birth time, birthplace, and birthdate to create a birth chart.

If your rising sign is Leo, here is everything you need to know:

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Almost everyone will get along with you because you’re entertaining, fun, and laidback. You’re an optimist at heart, so you don’t freak out when things go wrong.

You can adapt to any situation you’re placed into. You rarely panic because you’re confident you can handle anything the world throws at you.

Woman

You are dramatic, which makes you an amazing storyteller. You can talk for hours on end about any subject and actually make it interesting.

Since you’re such a social butterfly, you have a large group of friends. You see them as much as possible because you cannot stand being alone for long. You’re much happier at parties than you are inside of your home, reading or watching television.

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Leo Rising Traits

Leos have high standards for both themselves and others. They are perfectionists who want everything done perfectly. Although they aren’t afraid of failure, they procrastinate in order to avoid failure.

Leo Birthstone

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Leo’s birthstone is peridot. This is a green silicate of magnesium oxide. However, citrine is another stone that works well with Leo’s energy. Citrine is a sunny, vibrant crystal.

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January Nelson is a writer, editor, and dreamer. She writes about astrology, games, love, relationships, and entertainment. January graduated with an English and Literature degree from Columbia University.