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Personality Traits of a Leo

By: Libby Pelham BA - Updated: 17 Aug 2020 | comments

Leo (July 24th-Aug 23rd) is the fifth sign of the zodiac. The sign of Leo is the lion and you will find Leos very dominant and powerful. Like the king of the beasts, they have a majestic way about themselves. They like to be in command of their own kingdom, be it big or small. But Leos are also loving, often being referred to by many astrologers as "eternal children" because Leos love to live in the moment and are quick to give affection.

Born Leaders

Because they like to dominant, you can find Leos at the centre of any party, taking command. Self-confident, Leos are like Aries in that they are born leaders, and they are truly in their element when allowed to take command of a situation. Like the mighty lion, Leos make good leaders because they like to think big and act big – often in terms that would scare others. But the Leos rarely have problems with their daring moves because of their courageous attitudes.

Leos are idealistic in their views as they are highly intelligent and are often philosophical. They often cling to what more liberal thinkers might see as outdated thinking because of their devotion. Leos also have no problem in cutting to the chase of the matter– a great quality for a leader, but rarely found. They strive under dire conditions, determined to make the best of things. Because of all of these traits, their subordinates are usually quite loyal. Their ability to give love is as great as their need to be the centre of attention.

Born Entertainers

Leos also have a flair for the dramatics, so they are also born entertainers. Their natural creativeness and magnetism attract others to them and they truly enjoy being the focal point of any situation.

Another trait Leos have that makes them good entertainers is that they will not settle for second best. That headstrongness that it takes to tenaciously pursue a career in the arts is a trait of which most Leos have. Image is very important to Leos as well, which fits right into the lifestyle of an entertainer. Actors are often accused of having big egos and a Leo's huge ego craves both attention and adoration.

Weaknesses

Of course, with all the greatness of each sign, there must also be weaknesses and the Leo is no exception. At times, their dominance and confidence can be seen more as arrogance and conceit. They may use deceit to appear as something they are not if they feel they are not held in high enough regard.

The importance of image can be seen as self-centeredness, their love and demand for power and recognition can often be overbearing, and a Leo's love for excitement and doing things in a really big manner can lead them to loathe the ordinariness of every day life.

Parts of the Body Ruled By Leos

Back, spine, and the heart – Leos often suffer from back pain and spine ailments. These can be caused by exertion or emotional stress.

Famous Leos

Actors/Entertainers

Lucille Ball
Robert De Niro
Dustin Hoffman
Robert Redford
Alfred Hitchcock

Musicians/Singers

Madonna
Mick Jagger
Whitney Houston
Jerry Garcia

Writers

Dorothy Parker
Percy B. Shelley
Emily Brontë

Leaders/Politicians

Benito Mussolini
Arnold Schwarzennegger
Yassar Arafat
Fidel Castro
Napoleon
Menachem Begin
Bill Clinton
Deng Xiaoping

Others

Jacqueline Kennedy
Peter Jennings
Neil Armstrong
Hulk Hogan
Annie Oakley
Davey Crockett

Even though they can sometimes be seen as overbearing and conceited, it is hard not to like a Leo. Their liveliness and exuberance for life can be contagious. And even with all their faults, they make great leaders whom the people love.

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So whoever wrote the post with the name GIF sucks. Not all leos are like that , but i appreciate you taking your negative experience with a leo out on me. Maybe you should get some 1:1 therapy or maybe do some self inventory because your post seems very internal lile maybe it was a bad relationship ? Or maybe you just suck in general. Lmao. You will be ok tho.

King leo - 26-Mar-20 @ 4:09 AM

A domineering leo bully will read that they are called a "born leader" and be proud of they're nasty behaviour because of astrologers misinterpretation of the word.their bullies not leaders.

Gif - 29-Sep-19 @ 2:21 AM

Why don't astrologers described Leo's as domineering bullies rather than leaders as that is nearer the reality, their pain in the arse "leaders" like antagonist.aries are more natural leaders because they don't feel they have to act like that because they are already

Gif - 29-Sep-19 @ 2:13 AM

An amazing article to read! Never new Leo have the most wonderful yet thrilling kind of personality and are explicit in spreading their magnetic charm wherever they go.

- 22-Aug-19 @ 7:17 AM

I was wondering if Leo is a smart or intelligent zodiac sign

Ash - 3-Aug-19 @ 5:42 AM

Leo is most compatible with Aires have dated everything from pices cold fish to capricorn and it is 100% true in my case that the only sure fit is with Aries maybe it is different for me i got the double paw prints 8-7-74 makes me leo and tiger aries is my 100% match .

Scerino - 15-Jul-19 @ 8:29 AM

Im a Leo and all above about rounded me off. Justfind it hard to find my mate i shy away from alot but they will come soon i guess.

BigAl - 25-Apr-19 @ 11:18 AM

I am a virgo, but show leo tendencies as well. My birthday is the august 25th, which is right on the cusp between virgo and Leo. My boyfriend is 100% a libra. I find it so funny because virgos and libras have terrible compatibility, but leos and libras are great together! We have been dating over 3 years, so I guess I have just enough leo in me for my libra.

Lilster - 20-Mar-19 @ 2:38 AM

So I'm a Leo, Born July 26. Everyone keeps telling me that sense I'm a leo I'm supposed to be a Top or the Dominant one in a relationship. I don't find that very true about myself, I never have liked being dominant or the one to take charge, especially in those sanarios so, if you could help my figure this out I would love to hear feed back. Please and thank you!

Sean - 20-Feb-19 @ 7:28 AM

@Phantom Actually lions ARE the king of beasts (not the jungle because lions don't live in the jungle and as strongvas gorilla are, they are NOT natural predators, unlike the lion). So YES. We Leos do deserve that respect. Also, while we might be kind, we ARE a force to be reckoned with as well.