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Ascendant in Leo

The Ascendant (AC) represents your outer personality, the external character that you irradiate and that others perceive. t is the first impression you give to the world around you. It is also called the Rising sign and is the Zodiac constellation that was rising over the horizon at the East in the moment of your birth. In Astrology the sign of the Ascendant determines how the others see you, your appearance as well as how you react to the world and what you expect from others around you, while the sign where the Sun resides at your moment of birth (your star sign) indicates how you are inside. People born with Ascendant in Leo possess a serene personality. They are opinionated and self-confident. Driven by their ego, they strive to become number one, in which concerns of the life play no role for them. To the outside world, they want to appear infallible. In their eyes, criticism is an insult to their majesty. People who dare to expose them publicly are put in their place by every trick in the book. If Leos put aside their pronounced pride, a warm-hearted and altruistic person is revealed behind it. They care about the well-being of their fellow humans. They put their heart and soul into helping the weaker ones and lead them out of difficult times. Through their positive way of life, they manage to conquer the hearts of people. They transfer their fire of passion into other people and inspire them for their visions.

Ascendant in Leo

Many consider natives of Ascendant in Leo to be a self-involved or childish sign. While it's true that this placement is prone to temper tantrums or bickering, it's mostly because Leo rising is dramatic. It's less about thinking about themselves and more about the “performance” and process of getting what they want. That said, this sign goes big—all the time. And that's all thanks to the sun, the planet of ego and identity. You know those “big personalities?” I bet most of them are Leo risings or have a ton of Leo energy in their chart. So, a Leo rising is likely to be boisterous, bold and have a big voice and laugh. But the bombastic nature doesn't just end there. It's important to remember that Leo rules the heart. So, anything a Leo does must be something they love. In that case, this placement loves hard. They will go above and beyond for their significant other. They will be lavish, extravagant with their gestures of love. And they will not take “no” for an answer. In general, everything a Ascendant in Leo does is amplified for dramatic effect, of course. This makes Leo rising natives wonderful salesmen, promoters, spokespeople and entertainers. They just have the gift of storytelling and the ability to easily capture attention. The first impression a person with Ascendant in Leo gives off to others is someone who is fun-loving, approachable, loud and extremely positive. For someone who doesn't know the Leo rising native, they might find their grand ideas or gestures to be overly optimistic. And that's fair because Leo rising tends to go overboard on what's really possible in the world. Overall, the energy a Leo rising gives off can be infectious. But their personality might be a little over-the-top for some people.

The Ascendant Leo appears calm and composed. Thanks to their determined rhetoric, they asserts themselves excellently. With their natural authority, they hold top positions in business and politics. People born with Ascendant in Leo need the chance to advance in their profession. A job that is not recognized is just as uninteresting as one that lacks opportunities for advancement. A stage fulfils their desire to be the center of attention. They find these conditions in the music and film industry. As a lecturer and teacher, they guide people and pass on their knowledge to the next generation. The profession of the politician is suitable for the lion. As such, they bear responsibility and keep the reins of action in their hands. Ascendant in Leo is passionate about love. They like to eat their loved ones with skin and hair. To them, they are loyal and devoted. If their partners have a wish, they read it from their lips, provided their admiration is mutual. They expect their partner to adore them and not to hide behind expressions of love. Equality in love is extremely important to them. They wants a confident and independent partner who flatters them regularly and will quickly lose interest in an appendage. In love, Ascendant in Leo is considerate. In other respects, they find it difficult to take problems seriously. Their optimism makes them take problems lightly. They make up for that by being an absolute “doer”. If their partner conveys their request with a wink, the Ascendant Leo will give everything to take it to heart.

Ascendant in Leo people cannot help but be noticed. They radiate a special energy and magnetism that gets others’ attention. Sometimes it’s because they are loud people who pay a lot of attention to their personal appearance (especially their hair!); other times it’s due to a regal manner that simply demands interest from others. Ascendant in Leo people are very self-aware and body-conscious. They are acutely aware of others, and how they come across. In fact, these people are especially aware of their personal “backdrop”, they consider what the people they’re with, and the environments they are in, do to their own image. Often, Ascendant in Leo natives feel as if they are on stage, even in the privacy of their own homes. They are given to rash decisions, temper tantrums, and excesses. However, they have plenty of staying power, drive, and their idealism keeps them from getting into too much trouble. The desire to oversee the goings-on in their circle can sometimes amount to bossiness. If this desire doesn’t go too far, however, it can just mean a person who wants to make sure the people they love are all right. Many Leo rising people are managers, either by profession or character.

Wtih Ascendant in Leo, your mission in this life is to overcome your ego, your need for a thrill, the begging of external validation from others. To open your heart space wide and feel all the intense emotions you try so hard not to feel. Your mission is unconditional love. Learning how to love yourself this way first and then others. To then step into the spotlight and teach how it’s done. You have to stop seeking an external throne and recognize your heart is your throne. Then you must find a way to creatively express who you are in the most genuine way you can. To discover magic and alchemy, to be individual, and to own your self-worth even when no one else seems to see it. This isn’t always easy for you because as a Leo Ascendant your Aquarius descendant gets in the way. This is far more comfortable for you. It’s likely you were more Aquarian in nature in your past life. So, working in groups, staying in the shadows, detaching from your feelings all comes much easier for you. It seems at the time like a great way to protect yourself.

Wtih Ascendant in Leo, your mission in this life is to overcome your ego

The tendency to overestimate things, and themselves, is generally present when born with Ascendant in Leo. This is due to a natural enthusiasm and optimism about any new undertaking. Sometimes, they are walking commercials. In fact, Leo rising people make excellent promoters. Ascendant in Leo are generally demonstrative, and given to grand gestures. Drama comes naturally to these natives. In fact, some are so caught up in fiction, they’re a little blind to fact. They have an unusual need to be admired. Ascendant in Leo often have a strong physical constitution. They pay special attention to their personal appearance and mannerisms. Usually, they choose clothing and hairstyles that are youthful. Their manner is authoritarian and strong. No matter their age in real-world terms, Leo rising people are kids at heart. They are fun-loving and warm; generous and spirited.

Everything that Ascendant in Leo do is done with pride, creativity and a sense of your own uniqueness. The desires to be a shining star and to stand out as an individual colour all of your interactions with the world. At best, this motivates you to excel, to achieve at the highest level possible for you and to be a bighearted, generous, magnanimous, and honourable person. Others’ successes and talents inspire you. You applaud and appreciate individuality, creativity and the spirit and joy of life wherever you see it being expressed. Warmth and benevolence flow from you and others are attracted to your heart, your radiance, your strength. You carry the qualities of the archetypal ruler. You are King or Queen of your realm. If you express the lower side of this energy, however, the picture is much less lovely. You are terribly narcissistic, self-centered, excessively concerned with being impressive, respected and admired. You cannot share the glory and usurp the credit for others’ contributions. You want to “out-do” everybody else. You do not admit your mistakes, you are domineering and cannot let people get too close to you lest they discover you are not as great as you would like them to believe. You are either overly self-conscious or you have to put yourself forward and be seen and heard on all occasions. Your very presence dominates the scene in ways that more subtle, quiet individuals find intrusive. However, if other factors in your birth chart give you a sense of proportion, humility, and a genuine awareness of other people, these negative tendencies are much less pronounced. Your soul-function does involve leadership, or being “out there” on the stage of life in a significant way. You can be even more effective and fulfilled in this if you stay focused on giving from your heart instead of your ego.

Ascendant in Leo lead with a strong mind and clear intentions. It may not always be easy for a Leo Rising to know what they want or expect, but despite this, they pride themselves on having a sense of direction. They may find that their journey leads to uncharted territories, and they’re dedicated to achieving fixed outcomes. Simply put, Ascendant in Leo do not walk through the world expecting to fail. Because they’re ruled by the Sun, Ascendant in Leo are naturally inclined to shine. They surround themselves with a team of winners and consciously choose to work toward success. Ascendant in Leo value perfectionism, which is why so many of them can be so unreasonably harsh on themselves and their loved ones. For whatever reason, Ascendant in Leo truly believe that they are limitless super-beings, which astrologically is a fair perspective. Leo is ruled by the Sun, which literally means they get their inspiration from a massive star that powers the entire universe, never burns out, and keeps us all filled with vitamin D. That is a lot of pressure, and requires a massive demand for discipline and routine. As a result, Leo Risings can be a little self-critical. They may fixate over their appearance, complexion, attire, and the way that they present themselves to others. It’s not easy being a luminary, but thankfully, they learn to chill out when they learn to release their feelings of guilt. FYI, shame is the direct result of external expectations and a belief in perfection. When Leo Risings learn to show little to no interest in letting other people’s opinions dictate how they shine, then their flames somehow get brighter.  Surrounding themselves with likeminded people, Leo Risings often end up serving as a listening ear and empathic shoulder for the people they’re closest to. They take friendship very seriously, but don’t mistake their friendliness with actual friendship. Ascendant in Leo are natural charmers, and it’s easy to feel as though you’re closer to them than you actually are. Which shouldn’t be taken personally, it’s just…Ascendant in Leo give so much to those they care about. These generous souls will spend hours researching for a friend with a mysterious problem, cheerlead for their bestie who’s pursuing their dreams, and be fully present for a loved one in need. Leo Risings are givers who often find themselves being taken advantage of because of their compassionate hearts. If you’re in their circle, you can expect to have a friend worth keeping around for a lifetime. In short, just like the Sun, Ascendant in Leo are our blessings. 

Ascendant in Leo also have a very strong sense of dignity, self-respect, and personal honour and are deeply offended if someone treats you in a humiliating or dishonourable way. You will rarely confront the offender, you are too proud to do so, but you will lose your affection and respect for them. You dislike pettiness and hate to be snubbed or ignored. You admire others who are strong individuals like yourself. When you befriend someone, you are tremendously loyal, sincere, and willing to go to extraordinary lengths to make that person happy. You are very giving and generous, but your gifts are never anonymous, you expect recognition and appreciation for them. You also expect the intense loyalty that you offer to your dear ones to be reciprocated. However, you often have trouble working with people who are as strong as yourself, for you do not really cooperate or share the leading role very easily. If you are not in the leading role, you aspire to be and will compete with the person who is. Ascendant in Leo have great heart and courage, and people often look to you for strength, encouragement, and affirmation. You always have your best face forward and rarely allow others to see you hurting, disheartened, or vulnerable. You also have a very strong need for love, admiration, appreciation, and praise, although you don’t like others to realize just how important it is to you.

 

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