ZODIAC SIGNS: LEO, from July 23rd to August 22nd

LION
from July 23rd to August 22nd

This is the moment of the return of Fire! All the elements have been exposed with the first four signs, and now Fire returns, no longer the primal drive of Aries, but the more mature and solar one expressed by the sign of Leo.

Summer is now lush and the grain is ripe. Cancer's inner and lunar phase is over, and now is the time for socializing, growth, and affirmation. The Sun's moment. Like the Sun, Leo generously showers its rays on everyone. Warmth, vivacity, strength, tenacity, foresight... these are some of Leo's characteristics.

Their regality is a dominant trait, and the real risk is egocentrism. Arrogance and vanity can also be traits to control. For Leos, good name, respect, social status, popularity... are important issues and can therefore foster an unhealthy focus on the opinions of others.

Leo, uninfluenced by other planets, is strong, generous, active, and regal, always ready to leap into action wherever they are needed. They cannot stand cowardly and petty behavior. There are two types of Leos: those born for action and concrete, material achievements; and then there are those who ambitiously aim for another type of success, more spiritual. In the first category, it is easy to find many executives, entrepreneurs, and businessmen. In the second category, we find people who have dedicated themselves to volunteer work, social missions, spiritual paths, or political projects. Symbolically, Leo should be seen as the highest expression of sunlight, as a mirror of conscience, as the remnant of the Kingship of Man.

THE LION IN LOVE:
This Fire sign lives up to expectations. They're warm, lively, passionate, and generous, even as lovers. They adore stable relationships and are quite jealous. Don't forget they're Kings! They make exceptional partners, given their protectiveness, thoughtfulness, and aforementioned generosity. They love making their partners happy: after all, a King loves to be generous and surround himself with people he's made happy. To indulge this tendency, which is part of their vain side, they may even spend and squander immoderately.

THE LION AT WORK:
This sign is very determined to prove its worth. They have great foresight and sometimes tend to forget the details. They are ambitious and demand recognition. They have charm, and leadership is their calling!

LEO'S AFFINITIES WITH OTHER SIGNS:

Leo and Aries: two fire signs facing off! Truly a sparkling pair! They can get along because they have common goals and different styles. They have a lot of respect for each other, but if they start competing, it will be disastrous.

Leo and Taurus: a difficult pairing. Taurus loves to do things on their own, while Leo loves to be generous and respected. If they can complement each other, it could work: Taurus will teach Leo to be more practical, and Taurus will learn to be superior.

Leo and Gemini: It could work, but it's not easy. They both have a very high opinion of themselves and will undoubtedly make an extremely charming couple. However, Leo is sedentary, while Gemini is constantly on the move.

Leo and Cancer: It works because Leo can dominate and be protective, while Cancer can give the couple a sense of depth and intimacy. The risk is that the two will develop into a constant confrontation, a kind of love-hate relationship that will completely exhaust them.

Leo and Leo: Have you ever seen two lions sharing the kingdom? It doesn't exist. And a couple with two Leos will be hard-pressed to survive. They have a lot in common, obviously, but there's no room for both on the throne.

Leo and Virgo: These two might be able to get along if they overcome the initial difficulties. Leo, at first, will see too much resignation in Virgo, and Virgo, in turn, will see too much arrogance in Leo. If they can overcome these initial negative appearances, they can balance each other out nicely.

Leo and Libra: a great match! They get along very well and understand each other. They both love art and appreciate beautiful things. The only small problem could arise from the clash between Libra's sense of justice and fairness and Leo's bold, sometimes aggressive, attitude.

Leo and Scorpio: a truly well-matched couple! There's no boredom in this relationship, and one will always push the other. They'll be truly courageous and strong together. Problems can arise from Scorpio's typical jealousy, which will struggle to stay under control with a King.

Leo and Sagittarius: The two fire signs work together once again. They understand each other and support each other. They handle change with ease and know how to act instinctively. The problem may lie in the fact that Sagittarius loves independence, and Leo loves to be respected. Leo's jealousy can ruin everything.

Leo and Capricorn: distant worlds, yet mutually attractive. It could work if they manage to limit themselves. Leo aspires to achieve results by birthright; he is a king. Capricorn, on the other hand, loves to work hard to achieve results and will be quick to accuse Leo of laziness: lèse-majesté, total destruction.

Leo and Aquarius: an extremely difficult relationship, with everything on the line. In reality, they could actually complement each other: Aquarius will give Leo some intellectual vivacity, and Leo will instill in Aquarius some courage in their choices. If they were to clash and Aquarius, as often happens, tried to belittle their partner, it would be a catastrophe.

Leo and Pisces: a couple unlikely to last long. Pisces's reserved nature will clash with Leo's personality, the center of attention. Too many compromises would be needed to make this pairing work.

THE OTHER SIGNS OF THE ZODIAC
PISCES, from February 20th to March 20th
AQUARIUS, from January 20th to February 18th
CAPRICORN, December 22nd to January 20th
SAGITTARIUS, from November 23 to December 21
SCORPIO, October 23 to November 22
LIBRA, from September 23 to October 22
VIRGO, from August 23rd to September 22nd
LEO: July 23 to August 22
CANCER: June 22nd to July 22nd
GEMINI: May 21st to June 21st
TAURUS: April 20th to May 20th
ARIES: March 21st to April 19th