Leo ascendant: personality and main characteristics

According to astrology and horoscope, behavior, interests and affinities in love derive in part from one's main zodiac sign and one's ascendant. In fact, the combination of these two signs gives us certain characteristics that stand out in our personality.
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Before discovering everything about Leo as an ascendant, let's review the major qualities and defects of all the signs of the Zodiac to understand how to recognize them in everyday life:

As we have mentioned, today we will discover what there is to know about Leo as an ascendant. Considered the "king" of the Zodiac, this sign has always been famous for its driving and leading capacity, for its sunny and generous side and also for his own proverbial egocentrism, so here are the characteristics he maintains in the ascendant position and how he expresses himself in relation to the other zodiac signs.

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Leo as a zodiac sign

All those born between 23 July and 23 August are of the sign of Leo. Together with Aries and Sagittarius, Leo is the second of the three signs united by the natural element of Fire. This zodiac sign is strongly influenced by the influence of what in astrology is considered a planet but which, instead, is a star to all. effects, or the Sun. It represents passion and energy, but also arrogance and vanity, all characteristics found in Leo.

In fact, both men and women of this sign are known for their great generosity and pride of mind. Those born under this sign turn out to be leaders with remarkable abilities, because they have a strong personality, a special charisma and because they are always ready to help others when they are in difficulty.However, to these qualities there are also several defects.First of all, Leo is known for their tendency towards self-centeredness and narcissism and because they can be particularly short-tempered and grumpy when they feel cornered and perceive that they are losing control (or reason) over a situation.

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All the characteristics of Leo as an ascendant

Many of the strengths and weaknesses as a main sign are held by Leo as an ascendant as well. In fact, all those who have this zodiac sign that was rising at the exact moment of birth are people with courage, great generosity and positivity. In both private and working life there is a lot of ambition, which pushes them to achieve important goals with determination and dedication, just like it happens for Taurus and Capricorn. Unlike the Earth signs, it shows some moments of impulsiveness.

From the point of view of human relationships, even as an ascendant, Leo is protective of others and exerts a strong attraction on those around him, which makes him the leader par excellence. However, he does not lack his proverbial pride and a constant search for attention, which can turn into exhibitionism and vanity. Beware of starting a fight with a Leo ascendant because he will do anything to win it.

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The Leo ascendant in love

Such a charismatic personality could not fail to stand out also in the field of love. Both women and men are passionate lovers who like to make great gestures towards their partner, especially during the period of courtship. Nevertheless, they remain basic. of an independent nature, therefore especially at the beginning of the relationship they do not want to feel too bound and cornered. When the relationship becomes serious and stable, the Leo ascendant inspires trust even in the most insecure partner, always helping him when he is struggling with moments of difficulty. The Fire that characterizes the sign is made to live not only in passion, but also in possessiveness. : there is no shortage of jealousy outbursts and we need to do a good job as a couple to dampen this feature.

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The influence of the Leo ascendant on health

Several astrology studies have pointed out that the zodiac signs exert a certain influence not only on relationships, private interests and main personality traits of each, but also on health. The same goes for the ascendant, which can often be decisive for the development of certain disorders. In the case of the Leo ascendant, problems may occur in the "typical" organ of the sign, namely the heart. In some situations there is no lack of pain. back with pathologies such as hernia and scoliosis.For the rest, those born under this sign have a fairly good and strong health.

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Leo as an ascendant in relation to the other zodiac signs

Obviously the personality of each of us derives from the combination between the zodiac sign in the position of the Sun, or in the main one, and the ascendant. We have made a brief summary of how the Leo ascendant manifests itself in the presence of the other signs of the Zodiac.

  • Aries: An Aries person ascending Leo is the emblem of determination. According to astrology, in fact, both of these two signs are ambitious and charismatic and give rise to a born leader. In love you will have an independent individual, who, however, will be able to make sudden choices due to the instinct of the ascendant.
  • Taurus: for the Horoscope, the stubbornness of Taurus is enhanced by the ambition of Leo. Therefore, we will see very determined subjects, but also stubborn ones. The ascendant of Fire helps the sign of Earth to open up to others and to be more sociable. In love, the attachment to family and marriage remains.
  • Gemini: If you are a Gemini with a Leo ascendant, then your sociability and liveliness will be proverbial. On the one hand, the sign of "Air gives you charm and artistic flair, while that of Fire gives you a dose of ambition that makes you less fickle. In love, you can find it difficult to commit seriously in a relationship."
  • Cancer: the continuous search for security typical of Cancer finds an "excellent solution" in the proud soul of Leo. The latter as an ascendant, in fact, can give Cancer the stability and practicality it needs. The romantic side is not lost, but there is a further boost to the propensity to travel and to discover the world. Excellent results in the field artistic.
  • Leo: having the ascendant in the same sign can strengthen the qualities or lead to a degeneration of defects. In the first case you will have a sunny person, determined and ambitious, in the second an individual who is often arrogant and aggressive.
  • Virgo: if you are Virgo Leo ascendant then there is no goal that you cannot reach. In fact, both signs wish to affirm themselves and your Leo ascendant will give you that self-confidence you need for any goal. In love you risk breaking up. carried more by convenience than by affection.

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  • Libra: Leo ascendant Libra people are the quintessential aesthetes. All this because both zodiac signs are lovers of luxury, fashion, art and, in general, of what can be considered beautiful. There is no lack of vitality and a lot of charm. There is a propensity for emotional stability.
  • Scorpio: the Leo ascendant goes to mitigate the proverbial reserve of Scorpio. Also, since both Scorpio and Leo are very ambitious, you will have people with high goals in life and who aspire to success. In love they are among the most passionate, but also tremendously jealous and possessive.
  • Sagittarius: If you are a Sagittarius with a Leo ascendant then you are the life of the party, thanks to your lively and sociable spirit. You are extroverted and with a great desire to do things, characteristics that take you far into the working world. However, often your generosity can turn into excessive lavishness and you are jealous in the relationship.
  • Capricorn: The introversion of Capricorn is tempered by the liveliness and dynamism of the Leo ascendant. Furthermore, the determination of the sign of Earth is strengthened by the ambition of that of Fire. There is a great sense of duty at work and also in relationships, where stability and loyalty are sought from the partner.
  • Aquarius: the influence of Leo increases the exuberance and will to live already typical of Aquarius. In fact, according to astrology, Aquarius subjects with Leo ascendant have a sunny, original and strong soul. The ascendant causes there to be more propensity for seriousness in love, although it can also accentuate arrogance and conceit.
  • Pisces: According to astrology, a Leo ascendant Pisces person sees the strong emotionality of the Water sign mitigated by that of Fire. There is more grit and even more ambition, even if there is no lack of the typically creative and romantic component in search of the great love of Pisces. Beware of superficiality.

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