A Sun Sign signifies the state (position etc.) of the sun, planets and all other components of the solar system when a person is born. Hence, it has a deep rooted impact on the general nature of a person.
It is a deeply studied field which has been a center of curiosity for people from generations because the way it influences and dictates people characteristics is amazing. I beleive in them, and if you’re reading this… I’m sure you do too. Even if not, what harm can a little reading do… so go ahead… explore and perhaps you might find yourself again…..
All 12 sun-signs together represent the 4 basic elements of life – Earth, Fire, Water and Wind. So they form four groups of 3 sun signs each, representing a triangle of that particular element. The sun-signs at the ends of this triangle, are most compatible with each other.
Leo
Dates : July 24th to August 23rd
Clearly visible characteristics :
* Warm Hearted
* Creative
* Arrogant
* Egoistic
* Loyal
* Fun loving
* Practical
* Stubborn
* Bossy
* Pompous
As the fifth sign of the zodiac, Leo represents the fifth stage in the evolution of man and his place in the universe. Here, the dominant need is to develop man’s creative urge. Creativity is not entirely an emotional urge in Leo, it is also an expression of ego. The mind and heart are united in Leo to represent man’s ultimate individuality. When their egos are turned inward, Leos become self-centered and tyrannical. Seeking to gain attention (consciously or subconsciously), they love to play the hero.
The Leo type is the most dominant, spontaneously creative and extrovert of all the zodiacal characters. They are uncomplicated, knowing exactly what they want and using all their energies, creativeness and resolution to get it, as well as being certain that they will get whatever they are after.Leonians think and act bigger than others would normally dare; the ambitiousness of their schemes and idealism sometimes daunt their followers, their practical hardheadedness and ability to go straight to the heart of any problem reassures those who depend on them.
Leos are stubborn and impervious to changes not of their own making. They are however, able to accomplish things in life because of their tenacity in sticking with projects when others lose patience and stamina. Even when confronted with irrefutable evidence of the foolhardiness of their ways, Leos can stubbornly cling to bad relationships and wrong ideas because their egos simply will not allow them to admit being wrong. However, their tenacity becomes a valuable asset when it is demonstrated as loyalty to friends, or as patience and determination to succeed in completing a worthy project. They have powerful intelligence and are of a broad philosophical, sometimes religious, turn of mind.
The astrological symbol for Leo is the Lion. As king of the jungle, this animal represents the regal disposition of the Leo personality. Their dignity cannot be assailed. If insulted or abused, they rarely forget the slight unless their detractors sincerely and humbly request forgiveness. Leos generally have opinions about everything and not a bit of reluctance in expressing them. They must have the last word and, as far as most of them are concerned, it is the only one that counts.
Their faults can be as large in scale as their virtues, and an excessively negative Leonian can be one of the most unpleasant human beings imaginable, displaying extreme arrogance, autocratic pride, haughtiness, and excessive hastiness of temper. Fortunately it is rare that a Leo is so undisciplined as to give way thoroughly to a rather long list of vices, and their tendencies to them are usually balanced by an innate wisdom. Those who are afflicted with them also have the intelligence it takes to consciously and actively overcome them.
It is easy for pleasure-loving Leos to become addicted to rich food, and as they get older they find themselves putting on weight. Their gregarious nature makes it hard to enjoy or stick to boring or solitary physical fitness routines, but they may not mind dressing up in flashy gym outfits and joining an exercise class. Dancing, swimming, and tennis are favorite activities, though they are eager participants in sports of all kinds. When engaged in team sports, however, they can make too many grandstand plays, forgetting that they are just part of a team.
In his or her relations with others the Leo type is open, sincere, genuine and trusting. Outgoing, spontaneously warm hearted and plain spoken, though never lacking in kindliness, Leos are more disillusioned than the average if let down by those they trust. They are not good judges of character and are inclined to favoritism and an exaggerated faith in their followers which too often ends in disappointment.
Likes
* Speculative ventures
* Lavish Living
* Children
* Drama
* Spending time with friends
DISLIKES
* Doing things safely
* Ordinary,Day to day living
* Small minded people
* Penny pinching
* Being pointed out as wrong
Ruling Planet : Sun
Color : Gold and Yellow (colors associated with the Sun)
Starstone : rich red RUBY
Something more about Leo
Leo is a fire sign. Other fire signs forming the triangle are Sagittarius and Aries. Thus Leos are most compatible with Leos, Sagittariuns and Arians. Other signs they are compatible with are Capricorn and to some extent Cancer.
Some more interesting facts about your sign:
The male lions are not particularly good hunters, the main work is done by the females when the male drives the prey in the direction where they are hiding, although the males insist on eating their share before the females. Hunting occurs at night or cooler times of day, the hotter hours are spent resting in the shade. Only males grow a mane, which can take up to 5 years to fully develop.