What are the defining personality traits for Leo that set them apart from other zodiac signs? What makes Leo the way they are? Learn more about the sign of the Lion, Leo, in this astrology guide.
20 Leo Traits
The zodiac sign of Leo, which falls between 23 July and 22 August, is well known as being bold, brash and brave with a big personality and ego to match.
But there is a lot more to Leo than simply being the King of the jungle, so let’s dive on in and find out 20 traits of Leo that make them truly unique.
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1. They are confident.
Ruled by the Sun, Leos are brimming with self-confidence and they usually know their worth. They are bright, sunny and happy souls who are joyful and inspiring to know and they carry the flames of faith and trust in magic, love and humanity.
They understand that self-love is the cornerstone of successful relationships and happiness and so they do not tend to place the burden of their own happiness onto others’ shoulders.
2. They are ambitious.
Leo is willing to work hard to reach the top. They are not satisfied to settle for mediocracy as they want to be admired, congratulated and respected for their achievements. Therefore, they pour their heart and soul into everything they take on.
3. They are generous.
Leo has a big and open heart and they give generously to those they love. They have a warm, playful and sunny persona that easily attracts others. They make loyal friends and partners.
4. Leo the Lion is brave.
As a fire sign, Leos are dynamic, daring and dramatic and they do not shy away from difficult situations or challenges. They pursue their goals with courage and determination and they are not afraid to take risks, speculate or to persevere to overcome obstacles. They will defend their beliefs and those they care about with nerves of steel and never back down from a fight.
5. They are warm and loving.
Leos are deeply romantic and giving, and in love, they are committed and devoted. They love to share what they have with those around them and their bright, sunny disposition means they are fun to be around. Like the Sun, they bring love and light to all around them.
6. They are bossy.
Leo likes to be in charge and can struggle with taking orders from ‘superiors’ (is there such a thing?)
7. They are hedonistic.
Leo lives life in the fast lane and they love to party and have a good time. Problem is they sometimes don’t know when to stop.
8. They are proud and regal.
Leos are known as being noble and have an air of dignified royalty that gives them high their self-esteem and self-worth.
9. They are sometimes stubborn.
As a fixed sign, they can dig their heels in and even display obstinacy on a grand scale.
10. They are loyal.
Once a Leo gives their heart, they are committed and steadfast.
11. Leos are creative.
Leo usually has many talents and they usually have excellent creative skills. They can inspire people and they have many ideas and gifts to share.
12. Did someone say ‘melodramatic’?
Leos can be overly dramatic. They tend to see themselves as the star of their own movie and might sometimes forget that the supporting cast have wants and needs of their own. They have big personalities and big dreams and they like to feel respected above all else. All of this can sometimes get people’s backs up.
They can be headstrong, highly strung and passionate and they want others to share in their unbridled enthusiasm. They may even sometimes be roused to anger when they feel thwarted, and this leads them to emit their famous ROAR but it usually passes quickly and their more buoyant, easy-going persona returns.
They also don’t take very kindly to being told they are wrong.
13. They can be vain.
With a healthy dose of self-esteem, Leos can appear self-absorbed and preoccupied with their own greatness, especially as they do like to be admired and appreciated. If they feel their talents or efforts are unrecognized or overlooked they can get overbearing.
14. They are popular.
Leo will usually have many friends, suitors, fans and admirers flocking around them. At social events, they hold court like a jester and will have everyone throwing admiring glances.
They are the belle of the ball. Ruled by the Sun and associated with the 5th house, Leo are usually fun loving, with a sunny, lively disposition.
15. They have nice hair.
Every Leo is concerned about their mane. Their hair is literally their crowning glory and they will spare no expense in caring for their locks. They may love experimenting with different looks, colors and styles but they will always lavish lots of care and attention on their silky tresses.
They like all forms of fashion and blingy accessories but their hair takes precedence.
16. They can be extravagant.
Leo lives life to the full. They like to think of themselves as being the Joneses that everyone else is trying to keep up with. They want their house to be the biggest and grandest on the street and their car the most envied. This can lead them, along with their unfailing generosity, to live outside their means on occasion.
17. They can be show-offs.
Leo loves to be in the limelight and at the center of attention. They love the spotlight and are born to shine. They may be talented singers, artists or performers and they love to be on stage.
Whatever they do, they want to be the best.
18. They are determined.
Leos usually know what they want and they go after it with gusto. They are capable of enormous constancy and persistence, especially when they are seeking recognition or acclaim.
19. They are born leaders.
Leos are good leaders and they are capable of taking charge and leading from the front.
20. They are cool cats.
Like cats, Leos like to purr with pleasure, languish lazily in the midday sun and spend hours on grooming and indulgent self-care. Miaow.
Conclusion.
So, there you have it! Leos are fun, frivolous and fancy creatures that make everybody happy to be in their presence.
Does this sound like the Leo in your life?
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