July 23 – August 22

Symbol: Lion
Ruling Planet: The Sun
Key Phrase: I Will
Key Words: Power, leadership, generous, creative, dramatic, enthusiasm
Physical Body Affinity: Heart and spine
Color: Gold and scarlet
Crystal: Peridot, jade, sardonyx, diamond
Mode/Element: Fixed Fire
House Association: Fifth

Leo is the urge to EXPRESS. They are magnanimous of spirit, exuding warmth, generosity, and big-heartedness. They command respect, conveying their creative selves with flair. They love acting, playing, romance, children and sports. They are proud and make a loyal friend. As the tribal leader, father, or coach, Leos make sure that those in their charge have their needs met. They can be dramatic, or get lost in melodrama because they are motivated by the need for self-expression and do so with power and the drive for appreciation.

Leos have refined taste and strong social awareness. They are mindful of and believe that they are the “center.” This knowledge is the source of their confidence and the place from which the aggressive and outgoing Leo energy operates. Leo is ruled by the Sun, and thrives on recognition. Their flame burns brightly and for a long time. On the negative side, they sometimes let pride and ego get in the way of their interactions with others. Where Leo roars in your chart, you need to step into center stage and have fun.