Sex with a Leo, like most things, is an event. They expect magic in the bedroom and are unwilling to deal with a partner who is too shy or unyielding. This sign likes to stretch and contort their bodies into all kinds of shapes. You may come across, once every blue moon, the shy or introverted Leo—but then again, you might also fall upon a million dollars just lying around.
Leo likes to take charge and may be as aggressive in the sack as they can be in life.
They come after you a bit like you’re a piece of raw meat they can’t wait to devour. Like most of what Leo does, sex is a show. It’s a two-person (or maybe three-person) show that they’re the star of.
Obviously, they care about their own pleasure—but they really care about yours. Making sure you leave feeling satisfied, with a smile on your face, and one heck of a story to share, tops on their list.
Let’s first talk about gift giving—because it’s up there as the most important.
Let’s hope your back accounts solid or that you really don’t give much mind to debt because if you expect any self-respecting Leo to go without gifts, you’re kidding yourself. Leo will require gifts of varying sizes. Sometimes it doesn’t even matter if you put much thought into the gift, so long as it shows you were thinking of them while apart.
Words of affirmation are next and this one is sort of almost too obvious to state, considering Leo’s need to be adored. The easiest way to a Leo’s heart—in the bedroom or out of a fight—is to lay on the compliments thick. Leo will never turn down a chance to have their egos fluffed.
Next up is some quality time. Leo doesn’t like to share their lover—not with friends, co-workers, and not even with family. They will be at your side all day, every day, if they could.
Vivacious and confident, Leos have a myriad of great qualities.
Confident: One of Leo’s greatest strengths is the ability to walk into a room as if they own it—as though they are the guest of honor and everyone has been waiting for their arrival.
Powerful Networker: Leo doesn’t mess around when they enter a space. Immediately, they will read the room and see where to place themselves so they are rubbing elbows with the most influential people there.
Fun: Not only is their personality as warm as the sun itself, but they also know how to party.
Great Host. Expect the finest food, the finest wines, the finest scented candles illuminating every corner of their home.
The Best of the Best: This is due in part to the fact that Leo loves the finer things in life.
Biggest Heart: While many of their traits can make them appear self-absorbed, the truth is that no sign has a bigger heart than a Leo.
There’s a little slice of Hollywood in the heart of a Leo moon placement. Having a Leo moon doesn’t necessarily mean this native is outgoing and thrives in the spotlight, but they do thrive in their own personal spotlight. With family and friends, they’re the star in their own daytime soap opera. Leo moon placements find that they shine brightest at home.
Leo moon placements are incredibly creative people. There isn’t just a need to entertain and perform, but an innate ability to wow others with their art. If you are impressed with something they’ve created, let them know. This moon sign thrives on compliments and a little acknowledgement goes a long way.
There can be a lazy streak with this lunar placement. If they’re comfortable lounging, it could easily turn into an all-day Netflix marathon. Comfort is key with moon placements, and everyone knows lions need their cat naps.
Posting selfies is just child’s play when it comes to Leo risings. This ascendant sign lives for attention and thrives on drama. They’re bold, loud (some might say annoying), but one thing is for sure: They’re impossible to ignore. Leo risings are often noted for their larger than life personalities and their hair (think: a lion’s mane).
Posting selfies is just child’s play when it comes to Leo risings. This ascendant sign lives for attention and thrives on drama. They’re bold, loud (some might say annoying), but one thing is for sure: They’re impossible to ignore. Leo risings are often noted for their larger than life personalities and their hair (think: a lion’s mane).
Fun-loving and forever optimistic, Leo rising, or Leo ascendants, will also be your biggest cheerleader in life. In relationships, they expect that level of generosity (and let’s be real, straight up adoration) to be returned, because they really are the jungle’s royalty.
The Leo symbol (glyph) is seen fairly clearly as the forward-facing mane of a Lion and is based on the Nemean Lion in Greek mythology. According to legend, this particular lion was fearless and savage and couldn’t be harmed by any weapons. After attempting to kill the Lion, Hercules wrestled it to the ground and was able to strangle it to death. In the battle, however, the lion was able to bite off one of Hercules fingers, and after the lion was dead, Hercules skinned it with its own claws to use as weapons and used its pelt as armor. The constellation Leo is said to honor the bravery of that battle between Hercules and the Nemean Lion.
This story and symbol are perfect for proud, brave, and strong Leo, who would do anything to protect its own pride. Just like lions, Leos are known for their masculine, dominant personalities, and are definitely proud to be known as the King/Queen of the Jungle!
Leos have a nearly insatiable need to be loved and will seek approval from just about everyone (but especially those that they’ve opened their hearts to).
In the beginning… This is why Leo will play it cool and keep you at a distance. This sign is notorious for keeping it in the friend zone until they know for sure that you are up to par.
When things are going well… Once they know you’re the one, they will leave no doubt in your mind of their feelings. They’re exceptionally forward and quite self-assured—so they will not let you question, even for a second, where you stand with them. Ultimately, they want to know that on every level, you’re thinking of them. Thus, you may enjoy little personal freedom and privacy.
When things are on the rocks… They can forgive quite a lot, but they will make you pay for any indiscretions. Even if the lie is small and seemingly meaningless, they will use it as justification for getting even more up in your stuff.
Under all of this, Leos are unendingly loyal and will stay in relationships long past their expiration date.
Leo rules the heart, back, spine, upper back, shoulders. Leo must learn to welcome and seek out joy, pleasure and soul purpose in their life or they likely will suffer from health issues especially related to the heart.
Generally, Leo is quite healthy and has a lot of stamina. They have great strength and are the “backbone” to any situation they face in their life. Making sure they get their food choices under wraps and make exercise a priority, they will help them retain this through their entire life. Those who grow sedentary or who do not take care of themselves tend to have health issues later in life—heart disease, heart attacks, and spinal issues are all possible.
Leo thrives in optimism and when their hearts are broken it’s less a euphemism and more a literal truth. Heartbreak literally impacts Leo’s heart and weakens it. Those who suffer from childhood or young adult trauma have a very hard time healing and will often carry that trauma through the rest of their lives and relationships.
Leo tends to handle money much like a toddler handles their toys. They look at it for a moment, maybe play with it for a second, and then toss it over to the side and are on to the next bright and shiny object that’s caught their attention. Sure, Leos can budget and plan like the rest of us, but it’s the money habits that sometimes get them into trouble.
That said, Leos love to spend money. They want the best of everything: the best clothes, food, restaurants, cars—you name it. When they haven’t the cash, they will gladly throw everything down on credit or charm anyone they can into an extension.
It’s a good thing that avoiding the poor house is a Leo specialty. While they may not have much of a savings account, they always seem to land on their feet (as any feline will). If they could avoid using credit to a fault and begin paying attention to what’s coming in and going out, they would easily be able to enjoy the luxury they can’t live without and have a little something set to the side for a rainy day.
While this sign has plenty to offer in the ways of creativity and excitement, there are downsides to having a Leo in your office:
Jealous: Working with a Leo can be rather difficult given their stubbornness and jealousy. They don’t like to share the limelight with anyone else. This means that for each project coming down the line, they will try their hardest to get hands on it first in order to give themselves a leg up in climbing that ladder.
Individualistic: Leo simply is not a team player. They prefer to work alone; that way, anything that comes from the work done comes to them exclusively. They also prefer to work alone because they tend to see their ideas and suggestions as being top of the top.
Does Not Listen Well: Additionally, Leo does not do well with authority. This means they don’t do well with rules—or nine to five jobs.
Prideful: Leo’s pride also doesn’t fare well in the workplace. Unable to really take even the most compassionately and gently given criticism, they are very difficult to work with.
Self-Serving: Leo is also a sign that tends to view truth through the lens of what can get them what they want. They aren’t afraid to tell a few lies to get you to do what they want, which means: You’re never quite sure if you’re getting the truth with Leo.