The sign of Leo is represented by the lion, and those who fall under the zodiac sign of Leo are known for their sense of pride and leadership.

• Date: July 23 - August 22
• Symbol: The Lion
• Duality: Active
• Element: Fire
• Quality: Fixed
• Ruling Planet: The Sun
• Tarot Card: Strength

Leo Zodiac Sign Personality

Just like the lions they are named for, many Leos that you meet will have quite a regal air about them. Being ruled by the Sun, they often are able to bring warmth, light and life into the lives of those that surround them. They like to surround themselves with a large social circle that will adore and appreciate them. Their natural charisma and dignity will often draw other signs to them, falling under Leo’s magnetic pull. Like our Sun in the solar system, Leo zodiac signs love being the center of attention. They thrive on flattery compliments - which often come to them easily. Most of them will have an innocent quality to them, their happy and outgoing nature makes them a joy to be around.

A Leo will love luxury and material things. They like to amass wealth and choose jobs that have a great salary and allow them to lead. They make for great leaders and protectors. Because of this, they are often cornerstone of social groups and will lead in planning processes and decisions. Conversely, they often don't do well in situations where they have to take orders from other people.

Positives of Leo Zodiac Sign

Strengths: Brave, Playful, Leader, Fun, Warm, Protective, Generous, Charismatic

People who fall under the sign of the lion are fiercely loyal and will protect those who cannot protect themselves. They are often very honest people and will expect the same from those around them. As long as they feel appreciated and know that they are loved, they will be return the kindness to those around them as well. They often will fight for their family and friends, and will be loyal to the last. They work hard on their relationships and never take family for granted. Leo people never shy away from responsibility and will always take over and lead when they can, removing the burden from others’ shoulders and enjoying doing so.

They are often very caring and chivalrous, and at the first sign of trouble, they are there to help someone in need. The Leo zodiac sign is filled with a deep moral sentiment - they believe in doing what is right. However, because of their pride, they often have trouble accepting help.

Although they are typically very creative, they don't like to get involved with details, and find people who do work with detail quite boring. Their talent for expressing themselves often comes out in everything that they do.

Negatives of Leo Zodiac Sign

Weaknesses: Egotistical, Dominating, Stubborn, Controlling, A Show-off, Vain

Those born under the Leo zodiac sign are driven by their egos, and do not do well when that ego is damaged. Their pride can often get them into a lot of trouble.

This can happen when they are not in control of a situation. The love of being in charge and the driving their social groups can lead them to seem smothering to friends and family. This can also lead to them being left alone and ignored, which is just about the worst thing that can happen to a Leo.

They are often quite easily hurt and do not deal with their insecurities well. Some Leos can be downright fragile when it comes to their pride, meaning they do not react well to criticism. When they feel snubbed they can start to childishly demand attention. Deep down inside, though their pride will never let them admit it, many Leos search for the approval of others. It helps them feel important and loved. Leo people can come across to other signs as being very arrogant and selfish, distancing them from those that they consider a waste of their time. An insecure Leo can sometimes be found showing off, desiring to prove that they are what they want to be perceived as.

Love and Relationships for Leo Zodiac Sign

Love is the most important thing in a Leo person's life. They always need to feel appreciated and loved, and if they do, they return that love generously. They love all the theatrical aspects of love and courtship, the showy dates, grandiose gestures, the romantic and expensive dinners all being ways they show both their love and their pride. They make for passionate partners and bring the fires of excitement to all their love affairs.

If they are ignored or left to feel unappreciated, they will feel very hurt. Breakups and divorce are not just painful emotional losses, but also serious blows to their ego. The deep emotional impact a breakup can case a Leo is therefore twofold - they take it as a personal failure above all. Most Leos will do everything they can to avoid that outcome.

Their great sense of pride can also mean that they have a problem with admitting when they are wrong. It’s hard for a Leo to say sorry. On the other hand, when their partners have wronged them, they forgive quite easily, so long as the apology is sincere. They are not the type to hold grudges, and fall sometimes much too easily to flattery. Leo generally are accepting of everyone around them, and cultivate strong and long-lasting relationships.

Friends and Family for Leo Zodiac Sign 

Much like the lion, people who share the Leo zodiac sign love a sense of community. They are very protective of their family and friends, and do not take real or perceived threats well. Any kind of family rifts affect them deeply, as their highest priority is often to keep the family close, strong, and healthy. People who fall under this sign will have long lasting relationships with their family and friends, meaning that they rarely fall out of step with people, or lose relationships. 

Career for Leo Zodiac Sign 

When it comes to careers, a Leo will usually choose jobs that have a high pay grade. They like their luxury and material things, so money is something that will be at the forefront of their minds. This works well enough, because they love to be the leader - meaning they often do well being the top boss and owning their own businesses. They can often have some trouble when they first start off in a job and have to deal with upper management and taking orders from others. But when allowed to take the initiative and make the decisions, they will inspire others to be strong and decisive. Their pride can make them difficult to deal with but this also means they are immensely passionate in their work, and will always want to do the best that they can.

Zodiac Sign Leo Cheat Sheet and Infographic