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- SUN IN LEO
- JULY 23-AUGUST 22
- Fire, Fixed, Masculine
- Ruler: Sun
- Keywords: Vitality, Authority, Power
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- Positive Leo traits: Magnanimous, generous; creative, enthusi-
- astic, a good organizer; broadminded, expansive,
- having a sense of showmanship and drama.
- Negative Leo traits: Dogmatic; bullying; pompous; snobbish,
- intolerant, fixed in his opinions; patronizing; power-
- mad; conceited.
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- Leos were born under the sign of generosity and nobility
- of feeling. The sign Leo represents man's attempt at self-
- expression, the unfolding of the internal-power principle.
- Leo is a fire sign ruled by the Sun. Since it is the Sun's
- function to bestow upon the world heat, light, and life, it is
- the benefactor of every living creature. In out planetary
- system it is the center around which the planets rotate. Leos,
- then, are generous. They must have the spotlight and, once in
- it, they must shine. They enjoy being the center of attention.
- Providence helps Leos when they need it most. New fields
- of action open at a time when there seems to be no visible
- solution to their problems. As the Sun infiltrates the darkest
- shadow, so it puts Leos in the light.
- Leos' roots lie in the home and in their own personal inde-
- pendence. They feel the need to produce children both of their
- minds and of their bodies.
- Leo rules the heart; therefore these people give of them-
- selves generously through time, money, and knowledge, with no
- thought of the self.
- They are strongly attracted to the opposite sex. Their
- love nature should be held in check, or serious heartache can
- be the result. (The French as a nation are ruled by Leo and
- afford ample illustration of this point.)
- Leos are unconsciously drawn toward the idea that "the
- means justify the ends." Money is important only as a means
- of achieving their goals.
- They assume that others possess a sense of integrity equal
- to their own, and consequently they are overly confident,
- frank, and outspoken. These traits cause them many interper-
- sonal difficulties and they often lose friends.
- They dislike repetition. Once they see the point, they
- become quite impatient, and often obstinate, in discussions.
- Those who disagree with a Leo's opinions should be tactful,
- for he will surrender so long as his dignity is recognized. He
- wants people to think well of him, and as he directs a great
- deal of energy to this goal, it is frequently achieved. Leos
- are very aware of the effect they have on others and study what
- to do in order to create a better effect. (This does not mean,
- however, that they are introspective or that they analyze them-
- selves in order to improve their character.)
- The role that they assume is a noble role, and their sense
- of the dramatic is so strong that they achieve nobility in
- playing this role, and thus create their own reality. But
- self-approval is also important to them--self-approbation
- replaces conscience. They will do anything they think is right
- --if necessary, sacrificing public disapproval for self-approv-
- al. If they are forced into a compromising situation, they
- will despise their work and neglect it.
- The symbol of this sign is the lion, denoting majesty,
- power, and dignity. Leo is a kingly sign, and Leos express
- pride in every movement and a stateliness that will not escape
- the keen eye. Power will increase Leos' self-confidence amaz-
- ingly, to the point where they seem actually to glow! As long
- as Leos feel that they are in a position of authority and
- responsibility, they will leave no stone unturned in order to
- justify the confidence that has been placed in them. Leos
- function well in positions of responsibility and management,
- expressing their creativity by setting policies. Leos whose
- desire for authority is unfulfilled may develop traits of indo-
- lence, laziness, impetuousness, and inconstancy.
- Women born under this sign tend to dominate their mar-
- riages. They are like ferocious lionesses in defending their
- children. One may step on the toes of Leo mothers, but never
- on the toes of their children!
- Leos are practical, philosophical, and spiritual. These
- qualities, along with their enthusiasm and inspiration, help
- them to mold public opinion. When Leos are controlled and
- informed, there are no others so powerful, useful, and capable
- of giving to their fellow men.
- They have a reckless courage, but they never fight un-
- fairly, no matter how great the advantages offered. In victory
- they remain magnanimous and in defeat stand unconquered. The
- key phrase for Leo is "I will."
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