Leo Rising Sign
Leo Rising attracts attention. They have a personal magnetism that makes them stand out. Whether it is their charisma or their appearance, they never fail to make an impression. Leo Ascendant is self-aware and conscious of their effect on others. They are acutely aware of their personal "set dressing"… that is who they are seen with, where they are seen and how they are perceived. They are always "onstage" even when they’re relaxing at home.
Leo Rising is known for temper tantrums, jumping to conclusions and self-indulgences. They also have a lot of ambition, drive and idealism. They may appear bossy just because they want to be the driving force in their circle. Leo Ascendant makes a terrific manager or organizer.
Leo Rising tends to overestimate themselves a bit. They are naturally enthusiastic and get excited about new projects. They make excellent promoters and spokespersons. Leo Ascendant is very demonstrative, and they like drama and grand gestures. They may get caught up in exaggeration without realizing it, but they will do anything to get admiration.
Leo Ascendant has a strong constitution. They are very concerned with their appearance and how they behave in public. They like to dress in a youthful manner, and their bearing is strong with a sense of authority. They can pull all this off because they are just big kids at heart. This Ascendant is warm, generous and fun to be around.
Leo Rising is usually of sunny disposition, although they usually speak their mind. They can be extremely stubborn, and it can be challenging for them to break bad habits or behaviors. Their innate tenacity is one of their greatest assets, though. Even when everyone else is tired out and ready to give up, Leo Ascendant is still ready to inspire everyone to keep up the good work. Leo Rising is full of energy and enthusiasm. Once they are excited about something, they’re ready to jump right in.
Despite this, they may be inclined to lie back and watch the activity. Some negative aspects to this Ascendant may result in a manipulative, power-hungry person whose ego must constantly be massaged. With a slightly different angle, Leo Ascendant could be loud and aggressive, or overwhelming. They can be self-absorbed to the point that it is difficult for them to take advice from others. They sometimes think asking for advice is a sign of weakness.
Leo Rising is usually creative and may have talents in art, music or acting. They are prone to overwork, heart problems, anxiety and other ailments associated with overdoing everything. They are very competitive… it doesn’t matter what the contest may be. Confidence is not a problem with Leo Ascendant. They exude it in gallons. Don’t embarrass them, especially in public. Their dignity is of utmost importance.
Leo Rising is vital, courageous and full of pride. They can be impulsive, faithful and take risks others may cringe from. They love nice clothes and a nice environment to call their own. While their anger is quick to rise, they let it go easily once they’ve had their say. They are natural romantics and love to dream… the difference is they may have the drive to make them come true.
Ascendant in Leo Man
A man with an Ascendant in Leo will position himself as a brave, bright type, what else is called "macho". At best, he will be distinguished by liberality and generosity, at worst — behind this noble mask will hide a rather mediocre, selfish person. This type is ready to go on the heads of others for their own comfort and satisfaction of their own "I", not bent. However, the best representatives of this Ascendant will be really bright and strong personalities, illuminating the other way of life, wherever they are and in whatever sphere they work. They will always be distinguished by optimism and indifference to someone else’s misfortune, the desire to come to the rescue.
Ascendant in Leo Woman
A woman with an Ascendant in Leo is usually pretty attractive in appearance, loves lush hair like a "lion’s mane", loves long hair and diligently takes care of them. Such women are vain enough and easily succumb to male flattery, like beautiful gifts and generous men. With greedy miser, such women will not be long, will leave to less stingy. Another distinguishing feature of this woman — bright clothes and much jewelry on the body. Especially such women love gold, and the more gold they have, the more comfortable they feel. They like to look like queens — and here, depending on the level of culture and taste, you can meet both true elegance and the likeness of a Christmas tree with shiny toys.
Ascendant in Leo Child
The main features of the child with an ascendant in Leo are striking intuition and self-esteem. He needs to shine and be in sight. He likes to be in the spotlight. It is not so easy to dismiss such a child. The child feels its importance and suffers if you belittle it. Strives to be a leader. The character is aggressive, but quick-witted.
Spiritual Interpretation of Leo Rising
The first four signs incorporated the seed of intuition, the desire for expression, the capacity for thought, and the depth of feeling and potential for reproduction. Now, with the Leo Ascendant, you experience the capacity of will. For the plant kingdom, will expresses in the ripening of the fruit. Will, for us, is the drive to creativity in the material world, and aspiration on the spiritual plane.
You only need to observe the activities of children between the ages of ten and twelve or thirteen to understand the power of will. At their best they are fully engaged in life, seeking a wide range of experiences, and creatively interacting with their peers. They are testing their wills against those of parents, teachers, and acquaintances.
They are learning how to manage the force of will that drives them. There is a blending or fusion of all life’s experiences for this age group that reflects the energy of Leo on the Ascendant quite well. Leo will gather information on the intuitive plane, measure it against what is perceived through the physical senses, and then mobilize the spirit behind whatever action is taken. This process results in a degree of self-consciousness that was not there previously.
The focus of physical energy is on the heart and the spine. Clear intuition often comes through the heart center, and clear effort depends on mental and emotional structure like that of the spine. The two need to work together to accomplish anything on either the physical or spiritual level. Perhaps the most powerful piece of writing I have encountered that speaks to the fusion of intuition and will is the Heart Sutra. This Buddhist text is a short poetic expression of the true nature of things. Here I wish to include a couple of thoughts:
- "Form is emptiness and the very emptiness is form." This basic statement incorporates the paradox of existence in its basic form. It is possible for the Leo Ascendant to grasp the nature of the paradox and make it the spiritual guide for the Will.
- The mantra, or spell, included in the Heart Sutra is as follows: (Gate is pronounced gah’tay) Gate gate paragate parasamgate bodhi svaha. Gone gone gone beyond gone altogether beyond, O what an awakening, all-hail!
Because the mantra is from Sanskrit, reciting the Sanskrit words may have more power (this is probably true of all spells and mantras). However, the English translation retains both the rhythm and the "g" sounds that are integral elements of the mantra. Imagine a room full of monks repeating the mantra in their deep voices. The mantra is heard, but the vibration also affects the heart directly.