Leo Zodiac Sign Traits
Bold, intelligent, warm, and courageous, fire sign Leo is a natural leader of the Zodiac, ready to blaze a trail, vanquish injustice, and make a name for themselves along the way. Blessed with high self-esteem, Lions know that they possess enviable traits—and they're proud of them. They don't believe in false modesty and will be the first to praise themselves for a job well done. But Leo isn't self-aggrandizing or unwilling to roll up those sleeves and do the work: this sign knows that in order to be respected and admired, he or she needs to put in the effort worthy of a leader.
But it's not all hard work for Lions. Intense and energetic, Leos thrive on social interactions and have no problem making friends—although pinning them down to spend time with you is another story. Leos put themselves first, and will turn down a plan that doesn't fit with their agenda or idea of fun. This trait has gained them an unfair reputation for arrogance. But on the flip side, when a Lion chooses to spend time with you, it's genuinely because he or she wants to.
Leo's Friendship Style
"Friends" is one of Leo's favorite words, and Lions are known for collecting friends—but not in a transactional way. Leo genuinely adores other people, and innately gets that the more people you know, the easier life can be. Leos easily hand out their phone number, are quick to follow or DM on Instagram, and will invite you to their happy hour five minutes after meeting you. But getting to know a Leo on a deeper level can be challenging. For starters, it's tough to pin down someone with that kind of social schedule. And although Lions are friendly, they won't share their inner emotional life until they're really close with you. A Leo is a valuable ally in your social circle, and when he or she does reveal secrets, listen up and feel honored!
Leo's Love Style
Passionate, intense, and fiery, Leo loves hard. For Leos, love itself—whether falling in love, thinking about love, making love—is one of their favorite things in the world. A busy Lion will always make sure that there's plenty of time for passion in his or her life.
Falling in love is easy for Lions. But finding a person who can match them and staying in love can be tough. Leo loves flirting and dating, and has no problem penciling new names onto the calendar. This sign loves the rollercoaster that is romance, from butterflies before the first date to catching their breath after the first time in bed. But while Lions thrive on the novelty of dating, they can be easily disappointed if their date fails to live up to their outsize expectations. That's why Leos occasionally finds true love with partners they may have dated or broken up with in the past.
For the Leo in Your Life
Best gifts: Designer shades, bling-y accessories, or exclusive gear that you have to special order. For Leo, it's all about labels, and the more recognizable (and Instagrammable), the better.
Best spa package: Lions purr for gel manicures and pedicures, which they consider just routine maintenance. For cutting-edge treatment, gift Leos with a crystal therapy light session; they love being in the know and checking out the newest or coolest treatments.
Best Cocktail: Martini straight up, three olives. Leos have a powerful retro side, and they appreciate anything that brings them back to a more elegant, glam, detail-oriented time in history.
The Best Fitness Routines for Leo
Leo loves the see-and-be-seen atmosphere of a trendy cycling class or barre class, and also finds new workout clothes to be the best kind of reward for keeping and staying motivated. Leo thrives on competition and gets lonely working out all alone. Having a running buddy, belonging to a Facebook fitness group, or working with a personal trainer will help Lions keep their fitness goals on point.
Leo's Spiritual Side
Passionately idealistic, Leos are constantly seeking meaning, and they'll dig deep to find it for themselves. A Leo doesn't blindly accept dogma—he or she wants reasons to follow a belief, and listening to an inner voice often guides them. Leos will read spiritual books and listen to spiritual leaders, but at the end of the day, this sign trusts that inner voice to send them in the best direction. Lions aren't afraid of sharing their beliefs, and they may become powerful spiritual leaders for this reason. However, Leos will only share their beliefs if they truly embody them, and they won't espouse something unless they're already walking and talking it.
