Leo: The Lion

• Archetype: King/Queen, Performer
• Planetary Ruler: The Sun
• Element: Fire
• Mode: Fixed
• Evolutionary needs, strategies, and motivation: Leo energy is invigorating. It helps us develop life-affirming vitality. Leo is joyous, open-hearted, generous, and regal. Leo energy inspires creative self-expression and performance. Singing, dancing, and acting are all Leo’s natural domains. To truly express ourselves from the heart, Leo energy gives us the courage to move through the fear of vulnerability. It calls us to open the portal of our heart and share our heartfelt truth. The key is we must be brave and share something that truly matters to our soul. Sharing with absolute sincerity will land in the hearts of others, and your offering valued as sacred service.
• Leo energy in motion: You may express your heart on stage in front of an audience or within intimate relationships. The key is sharing authentic self-expression. Your heart wants to be heard, felt, and received. By sharing your true self, you establish heart-centered connections with others. You feel Leo energy when your heart synchronizes with another person. Within these heart-centered exchanges, you experience warm, loving energy. There is a feedback loop of love. For example, when you say “I love you” to another person and they say, “I love you!” You are in communion with love flowing in both directions. Beyond sharing heart-to-heart moments, Leo calls you to courageously leave your authentic mark on the world. It motivates you to take center stage, own your space, share your beautiful soul, and to shine like the star that you are.
• Shadow: The dramatization of a false self
• Body Part Association: Heart, Spine
• Crystals and Stones: Ruby, Jade
• Herbs and Foods for the Sun: Juniper Berries, Rosemary, Saffron, Chamomile, Sunflower Seeds, Rice, Walnuts, and Grapes

Yoga Pose: Dancer Pose

Affirmation: I am radiant and creative. I express myself with heart and soul.