Ascendant in Leo. Rising Leo

The ascendant, showing the native’s way of expressing himself in society, being in Leo (top of the 1st house) of the natal chart , requires balancing the contradictions between the desire to lead, demonstrating the strength of the personality, and the tendency to idle, lazy pastime. It is impossible not to notice the owner of the ascendant in Leo.

Generously endowed with charisma and fiery energy, he attracts attention with a regal appearance and manners, presenting himself as a very special person so skillfully that those around him instantly believe in it. This is a conscious manipulator, ready to exceed moral laws for his own benefit, but generous and just, if it does not infringe on his interests. The Rising Leo never fully trusts even trusted people and feels on stage even alone in his own home.

Appearance and behavior

The fictional role encloses the owner of the Ascendant in Leo with a strong aura so tightly that he forgets about his present himself. In the absence of real correspondence to fantasies, the native overestimates his strengths and talents, which looks from the side of pomp and arrogance. A spiritually developed and intelligent person becomes a master, with enthusiasm leading admiring subjects to a great goal. He shows fearlessness and foresight, knows how to lead, forming a team of talented smart assistants.

Distinctive external and behavioral traits of a native:

• luxurious head of reddish-brown curly hair;
• convex large forehead without wrinkles, smooth skin, oval face;
• the eyes are large, the eyelids cover the upper part of the iris, on which golden blotches are visible;
• the aristocratic nose is pointed downwards, the bridge of the nose is thin;
• lips are beautifully defined, medium in size, smile is open and kind, regardless of true intentions;
• seeks to materialize dreams, causing excitement and general admiration;
• loves demonstrative generous gestures and demonstration of the main emotion of mood;
• pays increased attention to appearance and clothing, preferring the youth style of expensive brands;
• achieves its goal with a calm conversation without switching to shouting and conflict;
• strives to exceed the social position of parents, flying to the pinnacle of power and well-being.

A native with an ascendant in Leo adores luxury and quite quickly draws up a handful of it if he develops the talents given by nature, especially with the support of the royal star Regulus next to the Sun, which is often the case for those born on August 23-26. Striking examples are Louis XIV, Napoleon Bonaparte, Bennito Mussolini, Alexandre Dumas, Marilyn Monroe.

Leo ascending in a woman’s horoscope

A luxurious socialite, well-groomed and exquisitely dressed, attracts with a cheerful disposition, self-confidence, spreading a radiance of cheerfulness. She charms and falls in love with the interlocutor with her benevolence, graceful speech and noble intentions for which she is ready to work, as well as generosity and responsiveness.

However, do not forget that this image can be exaggerated outwardly in order to impress others. Having reached the pinnacle of fame and success, the owner of the Ascendant in Leo risks losing touch with reality, considering wealth to be a reason for dominating others, regardless of their desires. If the dream does not come true, it becomes sarcastic and bitchy, taking revenge on others for failures.

A girl with an ascendant in Leo sincerely loves children and becomes a wonderful mother, taking part in their fun with pleasure, but also requiring achievements in the field of study and creativity, confirmed by letters and awards. For a happy marriage, you need a strong man who will not interfere with personal and creative development, giving you enough freedom and independence. Leo ascending, Sagittarius, Capricorn and Libra will make a good pair.

Leo ascending in a man’s horoscope

Ascendant in Leo gives two types of personality in the male horoscope: born leaders who do not need to prove leadership – it flows through the veins and fills the eye with power, and charismatic sexy artists with sparkling humor, playing the main roles.

The native does not suppress others and does not cause irritation with a privileged position, thanks to the regal manners and impeccable polite behavior towards others, as well as nobility and generosity. Combined with confidence and authority, these qualities make him incredibly attractive to women. He chooses a bright independent girl in whom he sees a queen worthy to share the throne with him. He is attracted by the rising Lionesses, Libra and Sagittarius.

The native is a great father. He remembers his childhood well and transforms into a playmate in communicating with children, while he loves to give gifts and surprises. The behavior of a man with an ascendant in Leo is influenced by the position of the Sun in the horoscope. For example, in fire signs it manifests itself as an explosive and arrogant disposition, in water signs it enhances creative gifts, in air and earthly ones – the ability to be friends and be true to the word.

Professional success

Leo ascending receives fame, money and honor in any business, except for monotonous routine work away from society. He needs a society in order to shine and rule, which is easy to implement in state structures of the highest level, military affairs (subject to a commanding position), theater, cinema, stage, circus, television. Good luck also awaits in jewelry: the native himself loves to work with precious metals and create exquisite jewelry, or may own a factory for their production.