Honoring Leo Season: A Journey Through Its History
Let's really get to know the courageous lion of the zodiac.
I know I’m extremely late, but there was no way I was going to overlook the king of the jungle when it came to our zodiac deep dives, so let’s talk about the history of Leo season.
This is a time when the Sun reigns in its own kingdom, igniting our courage, creativity, and desire to shine. As the sign of the lion, Leo is ruled by the Sun—center of our solar system and emblem of our highest self.
If Cancer invited us to feel deeply and love with emotion, Leo calls us to stand boldly in that love and let our hearts roar.
Let's explore the rich history, symbolism, and astrological significance of Leo.
The History of Leo in Astrology
Leo’s legacy stretches back through ancient myth and distant skies.
In Greek mythology, the constellation depicts the Nemean Lion, slain by the hero Hercules as his first labor. Its impenetrable hide symbolized a fierce challenge. Its defeat represented a courageous transformation.
In Egyptian lore, the lion was revered as Sekhmet, the goddess of healing and power, protector of the pharaoh, and attuned to the life-giving heat of the sun.
These timeless stories infuse Leo with themes of bravery, strength, leadership, and fiery creativity—the essence of what it means to carry your true self forward with heart.
Leo’s Symbolism and Astrological Significance
Leo season spans from July 23 to August 22 and is the element of fire. It is also a fixed sign, which might explain Leo’s tendency to be a bit stubborn from time to time.
As mentioned, Leo is ruled by the sign (and is the ruler of the heart), and governs the fifth house in astrology, which is associated with creativity, joy, romance, self-expression.
Leo teaches us how to step fully into our individuality, to speak the truth of our hearts, however grand or subtle, to celebrate life through art, joy, and theatrical expression, and to lead from inspiration, not obligation.
Leo energy is bold, but it's never brash when rooted in authenticity. It’s the courage to say here I am and mean it.
This is the season to reclaim creative joy—dance, paint, sing, write the love you feel!
It’s also a great time to re-examine your leadership (in relationships, communities, work) through the lens of empathy and inspiration, elevate your self-esteem—not as ego, but as self-acceptance, in all your radiant complexity, and embrace playful rituals that bring warmth back to your body and soul.
Although Leo season is coming to an end, it’s never too late to tap into this energy.
Let this season be your invitation to lean into the spotlight—not for adoration, but to illuminate the beauty in your truth.
How to Work with Leo Season
Grab a journal and reflect on these questions:
What truth is your heart longing to speak?
How can you let your creativity show itself as a form of self-healing?
Where in your life could a little more play and passion ignite your energy?
Who shines you—by holding space, encouraging your expression, or reflecting your strength?
Leo reminds us that true leadership comes from the heart, because there is no real connection without it, and the only way to truly tap into your heart, is to harness the courage to really hear what it has to say.
May your creativity blaze brighter than ever this season, and may your heart guide you.
You are born to thrive though raw and real radiance.
Xo
Thank you..that would be me, with a Pisces moon...it's an interesting mix... trust me...lol