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Leo is the second sun sign and is said to represent the burning warmth of summer, a dominant time of year when the sun burns deep and the fruits of nature are a plenty Leo, as represented by the lion wants to be the dominant person, to master and rule all that they survey. It is a generous sign but beware of getting burnt if you stay too close for too long!! MYTHS AND LEGENDS It is often thought that Leo and the association with the lion is a depication from Egyptian time when the sun god Ra was represented by a lion with a disc on his head, thought to be the sun. It is often thought that the manes of Leo reflect the rays of the sun in much the same way THE LIFE OF A LEO As this is the time of heat and strength of heat, so Leo can be considered as the warm strong sign. there zest and enthusiams for life is second to none within the 12 signs. they have a powerful and dominant personality which can over power a weaker person. Leos are very creative and this coupled with the energy they possess can be the key to there long term success. HEALTH Leos have a tendancy to never stop and can often be seen to over do things. There natural energy will always need an outlet and this will normally be through team activities and other sociable events, as long as they can take charge. Leos love to do everything to the max and will enjoy good foods and so will need to watch there weight, and because of there love for the "good things" in life can be susceptable to illnesses of the heart and spine. LOVE, SEX AND PARTNERSHIPS Leos have a driving need to dominate and this can be especially so within any relationship. It is important that if an attempt is made to curb this trait that is done carefully, because although Leos are fun loving and out going, they do have a sensitive nature, that can be easy to hurt. Any criticisim that is not seen as being constructive can have a crushing affect on a Leos ego. Leos will often make very good lovers and are likely to be broadminded and demostrative partners, so be prepared for the unexpected in the passion stakes with a Leo. CAREER Leos tend to be very ambitious and can make for very good bosses, although they can be overbearing and too demanding. They need to find excitement in there chosen careers and could be drawn towards a creative career within the arts and theatre. Because of there need for a luxury life they will often be looking for an opportunity to increase their wealth! THE RULING PLANET As we have mentioned above Leo is associated with the Egyptian Sun god Ra and the Greek god Apollo, who drives the solar charioit, and this means that it is firmly ruled by the Sun More information on the Sun can be found at : SUN OTHER INFORMATION Favorite colours - Reddish orange of sunsets and golden yellow of the cornfields Birthstones - Ruby, Yellow Amber and Chrysolite |
