Moon in Leo

FIND YOUR MOON SIGN
 
One word sums up the Moon in Leo - the Sun. (OK, that's two words.} Condensed into one symbol
are all the qualities associ­ated with this sign - pride, eagerness, energy, dignity and royalty. If Cancer is the queen of the zodiac, Leo is its king in every respect. Knowing this is the key to unlocking Leo Moon's inner secrets and realizing the many benefits they offer, as well as their particularly unique relationship challenges. Like all the zodiac signs that illustrate the duality of the material world, Leo colors our life experience simultaneously as joy and lessons, freedom and obligation, privilege and responsibility - and does so with all the pomp and emotional generosity of Midas himself.

The Golden King

Leo Moons have a golden quality that shines through all their dealings . They have a larger than life nature that seems to announce itself as they enter any room. Regardless of physical appearance, they exude a sense of self-importance, purpose and influence even in the most trivial of their exchanges. They are known for their pride and often have a sense of emotional con­ fidence that sets them apart from the crowd. This is usually a positive, constructive type of pride that is based on a genuine care for others. Leo Moons possess a generosity of spirit and are sorely pained when, by reason of circumstances, they cannot help others in need. This is because Leo is the zodiac monarch, the sign that is the source of light and responsible for the well-being of all others. While this sounds grand and exaggerated, especially in humble human endeavours, in practice there is something of the benevolent monarch in all Leo Moons.

Leo Moons are naturally sociable and agreeable people. They can often bring new life to a gathering, and have a creative zeal that inspires and enthuses . They love to be at the heart of things and if you are looking for them at a party you can probably find them where the action is. People enjoy their company because everyone feels important in the company of someone important. They can bring purpose to even frivolous pursuits, which some­ times earns them a reputation for being too serious. In most cases, though, a Leo Moon possesses an idealism that attracts the attention and respect of others. You can therefore expect to find Leo Moons involved in social issues, charities, politics or other social groups of purpose.

One of the best qualities of a Leo Moon is their sense of generosity. This has a practical side in the form of giving, but also has an emotional component. Leo Moons have a naturally self­ expressive quality about their feelings and if they are not feeling happy it is quite certain you will know about it one way or the other, either through outspoken emotional bursts or the pensive irritability that says simultaneously 'Go away' and 'Look what you've done'. The symbol of Leo is the lion and this Leo Moon trait is reminiscent of the guarding, protective side of the lioness, along with her tetchy side that says, 'Give me some peace to lie in the sun.' With a Leo Moon it is rare that you don't know where you stand. For the most part they are direct - for some, too direct
- about their feelings, except when you have wounded their pride and invalidated their all-important sense of dignity.

Sometimes this pride can be their own worst enemy, painting them in to a corner where they have to keep up appearances and can't relax and really be themselves. This can usually be remedied by a word of encouragement, a change of scenery (Leo Moons love action) or a good joke, which can bring out their spontaneous and jovial nature. All these can also help to balance a more serious, ponderous side of their character that can depress their spirits. Their fiery and passionate nature ensures that they feel things very profoundly. They are also quite philosophical about their experiences and rely on this to give meaning where it seems wanting.

Leo Moons are in fact hopelessly attracted to the mysterious and esoteric sides of life, which is another aspect of their feline curiosity. They are seekers of wisdom and whether they gain this through the mundane school of hard knocks or a more structured study of philosophy, their ultimate aim is to 'influence through understanding'. Their search for understanding gives them an interest in a wide range of subjects that may include art, educa­tion and social welfare.

Leo Moons appear to have an innate wisdom that guides them and inspires them on their life journey. This forms part of their life strategy, which is to try and see the big picture. They tend to see things in a grand way and are not always concerned with the little details of life. What's important to them is to have a sense of direction and to put theory to good use in a practical way. Leo Moons tend to be 'doers' and loathe those who sit in their ivory towers ruminating about problems and solutions. They like action and like to see things getting done in a real way that doesn't waste time or resources.

The Inspirational Leader

Leo Moons are known for being born leaders. Examples of this are Benjamin Disraeli, Winston Churchill and John F. Kennedy. Another good example, but possibly less well known, is the medieval Indian religious reformer and avatar Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. His concern for the spiritual welfare of all classes of people inspired what may be the world's first civil disobedience movement. He is known for his compassionate dealings and was also the first person to preach a supra-class doctrine that validated all people, regardless of their class or caste of birth - an especially revolutionary concept given the norms of his time and culture.

Whatever their circumstances, a Leo Moon's sense of destiny and concern for the welfare of others is a driving force that advances their ability to influence the destiny of others. Their sense of self-importance is not only a source of strength for them but also helps convey that they ore someone who deserves a fol­ lowing. Regardless of whether it's global politics, the boardroom or the family circle, the leader in the Leo Moon must find expres­sion if they are to have a sense of purpose and life fulfillment.

The leader in Leo Moons inclines them to executive or man­agerial positions. 'Being the boss' is something that comes easily to them. They like to be organized and like to organize others. In some cases they can set high standards for themselves and expect others to emulate them.
Expect a busy life around a Leo Moon. Although they love to take time out to relax, they also know the value of hard work and won't mind sharing that experience with you. Leo Moons love to create excitement in their lives and also like you to participate. It will take a very strong will not to play along with the desires of a Leo Moon and don't be surprised if, after putting your foot down, you find yourself going along for the ride. This will probably be due to their infectious enthusiasm and innate diplomacy. They can get people to do things they wouldn't normally do - willingly. Leo Moons are good leaders, good listeners and good doers,

but their Fire sign nature makes them first and foremost doers. At times they may give the impression of disregarding the opinion of others because they feel a sense of urgency that something has to be done. When their strategic thinking helps them draw conclu­sions in advance of others and prompts them to act, it can appear that they are too 'controlling' and 'bossy' and are therefore dis­ empowering the people around them. While in the end they can be correct in their assessment, the impression that they are super­seding the interests of others can work counter to their best inter­ests. They then appear dogmatic or authoritarian - qualities most often attributed to Leo Moons and ones which can create resent­ment and a lack of co-operation. If this happens, then it's a cycle of disempowerment, because the Leo Moon will feel misunder­stood and their pride will be hurt. So when they can, it's best to put more effort - and yes, in spite of their impatience, more valu­able time - into validating others. If they can give them a piece of the action, their own prestige and influence will grow, making them more happy and secure. After all, no kingdom, no king.
Leo is the fifth house of the zodiac, which signifies artistic and creative expression. The soul and originality of the artist is sym­bolized by the Sun and pronounced Leo qualities in a chart point to the potential for artistic achievement . Julia Roberts, Robert Redford, John Travolta, Shirley Maclaine, Madonna, k. d. long and Benjamin Britten are all Leo Moons. The attractive effulgence of these popular personalities is in large measure derived from their prominent Moons in Leo. While this standard of creative expression and success is rare, the qualities of originality, expres­sion and creative confidence can be seen to some degree in all those with their Moon in Leo.

An artist without a gallery is of course as incomplete as a king without a throne, and to shine Leo Moon will need the chance for self-expression and creativity. Relationships offer them the chance for this type of expression and a friend or lover of a Leo Moon will be called on to participate, support and celebrate it. It is also important to encourage their creativity. You may not think your role in this is too important, but for the Leo Moon it is more valuable than you can imagine.

One trait that stands out with Leo Moons is their sense of a purposeful life. Destiny has ordained that they are who they are and it's only a matter of time before they realize their ultimate potential. Depending on the person, this can be endearing or off­ putting, but for the Leo Moon it is a source of power and durabil­ity. This sense of purpose enables them to tolerate many inconveniences, as long as they feel that it is part of a grand plan. As soon as the magic has worn off and they feel their role is a bit part, they lose interest and become easily bored, not unlike their Fire-sign counterpart, the Aries Moon. Leo Moons therefore always need a sense of direction, a goal, a reason for being. If they don't have one, they will find one. There is nothing sadder than a monarch without a throne. The perpetual striving for a raison d'etre is an important impetus in the success of Leo Moons
and has expression in most areas of their life, but particularly so in their dealings with friends and lovers.

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