Leo is the fifth sign of the zodiac. In this sign, the individual is complete in all but one aspect - the dependency upon the acknowledgement of others. This star sign is regal, charismatic, and has a stong desire for self-expression, this sign lives life to the fullest, usually dominating center stage, playing lead roles with whole hearted enthusiasm.
POSITIVE TRAITS The positive Leo is a bold, courageous, open-minded person with a strong sence of dignity. This starsign is a born leader with a generous breadth of vision and has excellent organisational skills. The Leo's generosity, warmth and affections are genuine, and along with their 'larger the life' manner, they are greatly admired. Leo's are loyal to their partners and friends, they are optimistic, stout-hearted people who often show great strength in character.
NEGATIVE TRAITS
If a personal sense of regality is over stressed, their attitude may often incline towards arrogance, and a pompous, overbearing attitude. An unwillingness to take 'second place' is an extension of their vanity and conceit. Whether this be at the head of the family, or 'king of the castle', Leos expect, that, as their due, a 'lions share' of appreciation and adulation. Is this is not forthcoming, the condescending Leo can be scathingly and crushingly dismissive. Repeated assault of the Leonine dignity or lack of fulfillment can lead to depression.
MYTHOLOGY
The Sun Sign, Leo, is usually associated with the Nemean Lion of Argolis which had an impenatrable hide and was strangled by Hercules in the fulfillmentof the first of his Twelve Labours. In Medieval imagery, Leo was often accompanied by two instruments of kingship, the sceptre and the sword - depicting the capacity for good and evil. 'Leo' said astrologer El Haganah, 'loves the splendour of power...'
RELATIONSHIPS
Compatible signs: Aries and Saggitarius.
Polar (opposite) sign : Aquarius.
The Leo makes a warm, generous and affectionate partner, however, the Leo is constantly requiring approval and respect from it's mate. The Leo enjoys and excels in the role of 'patriarch' and provider. The Fiery and self assertive Aries, reacting to Leo's somewhat splendid sense of sef, could ignite a passionate flame and bring a headstrong exuberance to a possible relationship. The third fire sign, Saggitarius, being likeable and freedom loving could add an extrovert energy to life with a Leo. Leos are fiercly loyal to partners and, ideally, an adoring mate would caringly curb Leo's unremitting power drive.
CAREERS
Leos are at their best when their leadership and organisational skills, breath of vision and creativity are expressed. Positions in which the may oversee and assert their authority, such as a military officer, governments officials or school principals, are perfect for the Leo. Also, professions dealing with finance and gold, i.e. goldsmith or jeweller, are also applicable. Leos also hold a compulsive interest of positions in all areas of theatre.
HEALTH
The Leo rules the heart and spine. Leos drive themselves relentlessly which is probably why those in positions of Leonine power may sufffer from heart-related problems. Bad circulations and spinal afflictions such as Lumbago may prevail. Care should be taken to protect and exercise the spine, and prevention of heart disease by maintaining a healthy diet is a sensible precaution.
TRADTIONAL ASSOCIATIONS OF LEO
GEMSTONE : Ruby.
METAL : Gold
COLOUR :Orange, gold, rich shades of yellow, Brown,.
ANIMAL :Lion.
CITIES : Rome, Madrid, Damascus and Bombay.
COUNTIRES : Italy, Sicily, southern Iraq and Lebanon.
GEMSTONE : RUBY:
Purplish-red rubies are found in Sri-Lanka, but the richer, deeper varieties from Burma are considered to be the finest, having a coulr described as resembling 'pigeons blood'. Believed by the ancients to be an antidote to poison, to preserve persons from the plague, re-press the ill effects of luxury and to divert the mind from evil thoughts, the star ruby, above all is held to be the most magical . Representing the fiery radience of the sun. amd symbolic of that planets 'creative energy' the ruby also has associatation with blood - astrologically considered to be the vehical of energy.

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