Warm, loving, and generous, Leos have big hearts. Their kind and magnamimous gestures come from a love for the dramatic, as Leos play to the crowd and feel happiest with an appreciative audience. Luckily, to compensate for the likelihood of grabbing center stage, Leos can also be attentive to others. They can express bountiful approval for others' projects and shower them with compliments.

Ruled by the Sun, Leos possess a lovable, childlike playfulness and a strong need for creative self-expression. Seeing themselves in leading roles rather than the chorus line, Leos often have trouble with vanity and pride. They find it hard to admit that they are wrong, and flattery leaves them opent ot manipulation. However, Leos can easily compensate for any failings by their sunny personality, sense of fun, and generosity. These friendly and gregarious people are ideal partners for social events, parties, visits to the theater, and long holidays.

A desire to shine, combined with their royal, commanding air, brings Leos to positions of authority, where they can show their remarkable leadership skills. Leos just take charge naturally. As they sometimes do this without being asked, Leos may be accused of being too bossy. Generally, however, they will work extremely hard to fulfill their responsibilities, and they make excellent managers and leaders. Leos who do not fulfill their natural potential may fall into idleness and lose their spirit.

Lions are known for their courage and would much rather play a strong and protective role for others than be weak and defenseless. Even when the quieter Leos are hiding their pride and greatness under a facade of modesty, their regal dignity shows through. Leos presume that others possess a sense of integrity similar to their own, and they are careful to keep their sense of self-respect in any disagreement. Leos want people to think well of them and are very aware of the impression they make on others.

Belonging to a fixed Fire sign, Leos can be lively and enthusiastic yet somewhat stubborn. Their creativity and sense of drama combine to make them great romantics. Leos love to love and be loved. No matter where you meet them, their sunny personalities will leave a lasting impression.