Leo (Simha Rashi)

Leo, symbolized by the lion, is a bold and intelligent zodiac sign. Filled with pride, they are hardworking leaders. They like being at the center of attention at social gatherings. With their personality traits, they stand out in the crowd. Though people feel they are self-centered, a Leo will go all-out for helping their friends and family, for they must protect their pride.
Leo season starts from July 23, during the height of Summer in the Northern Hemisphere. The sun is most potent during the time, filling the zodiac sign with bursts of positive and bright energy. They radiate pride, confidence, courage, and celebrate summer life.

Leo Quick Facts

• Sanskrit Name: Simha
• Cancer Dates: July 23 - August 23
• Symbol: The Lion
• Ruling Planet: Sun
• House: Fifth
• Colors: Gold
• Tarot Card: Strength
• Element+ Polarity: Fire + Positive
• Quality: Fixed
• Days: Sunday
• Flowers: Sunflower and Marigold
• Lucky Gem: Carnelian
• Greatest Overall Compatibility: Aries, Sagittarius, Taurus, Libra
• Lucky Numbers :1, 3, 10, 19

Leo Characteristics

Leo's core-strength of self-confidence makes them achievers. Leo's horoscope shows that they are supremely talented and are dramatic. They exude warmth and enthusiasm, making people around them adore their personality.
Fire is one of the lightest and brightest core-element. Leo's affinity for leadership, self-promotion, and courage is kindled by this element that brightens its surrounding.

Leo Personality

Ancient seers and thinkers attributed life on earth to the sun, since it powers the life-force.
Leo's is no exception to that. With the sun as the ruling planet, Leo can look forward to a bright future filled with happiness. They derive their traits from yang qualities, making this sign extrovert and increases love for life.
As a fixed sign, the lions dedicate themselves passionately to projects. They lead the team from the front, putting in an equal amount of effort as their team. The zodiac sign natives are "performers," and will face the challenges head-on instead of avoiding them. Their love for exploring life with great intensity acts as their best teacher creating a unique path.

Positive Traits:

• Courage and confidence are the primary strength of Leo.
• With the sun as their ascending sign, the Leo natives find it easy to feel happy, enthusiastic, and optimistic.
• Self-doubt is something that the zodiac does not have. They radiate confidence every step of their way.
• Leo possesses a dominant sense of pride and loyalty. Once they commit to a relationship, then they are in it for their life. Whether it is a romantic relationship or friendship, you can always count on them.
• Leo encourages people around them and motivates them to always give their best.
• The zodiac sign appreciates with excellent gifts and experiences for a job well done. They don't shy away from appreciations.
• Leadership comes naturally for this sign.
• Artistic tendencies are among the hidden qualities of Leo. The others in the list include a boundless capacity for love, affection, and generosity.

Negative Traits

• The "fixed" quality of this sun-sign makes Leo go to extreme lengths to defend their opinions.
• The lions find it difficult to accept their mistakes and hasty decisions.
• Their pride and longing for limelight can make them insecure.
• They are always on the look-out for compliments and assurance from their loved ones.
• It easy to drive Leo to be jealous. They grow competitive when it comes to sharing affections.
• They take split-decisions without giving seconds, which can be disastrous at times.
• Teaching Leo to listen while quietening them is difficult.

Leo Compatibility

Leo natives gel well with fire signs and air signs. Compatibility with water signs and earth signs is challenging for Leo.

Best Compatibility

• Aries and Sagittarius have their individuality and do not compete with Leo for the spot-light.
• Gemini and Libra are Air Signs. Both of them are drawn to Leo's nature involving love, affection, and generosity.

Least compatibility

• Taurus is as stubborn and self-centered as the Lion sign. Hence, the relationship is not ideal.
• Scorpio's possessive nature and Leo's jealous nature will cause a destructive relationship.

Leo Women

A Leo woman is vigorous, bold, and prefers being in control of the relationship. She bears a royal attitude and displays royalty in her actions. The enthusiasm she brings to the relationship is infectious. Having her around is being in a fun-loving company.
She is in charge of her life and does not welcome any suggestions to change her lifestyle. She does not conform to social norms and prefers treading a path that will align with her thought process

Leo Men

A Leo man is loyal and honest as long as you are on his right side. When things go wrong, he will be the most powerful enemy one can come across. They love being in the spotlight and have their ego pacified all the time. The zodiac natives prefer being in a relationship with a bold and self-reliant woman.
They reciprocate feeling and treasure genuine relationships. They easily empathize with people and encourage them to deliver their best in all situations. The Leo's are hardworking of the lot and are natural leaders. Like Leo women, even men like lead life according to their wishes and whims. They can change between being rude or kind, depending on the situation and people.
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