Leo 2014. Dadhichi Toth

On the whole, however, the Leo individual is nurturing, like a lioness with her cubs, and your care and devotion makes you a great parent.

       Intuitive and Persuasive

      You are gifted with a highly sensitive and activated sixth sense, which has positive bearings on your professional life. It allows you to smell opportunities and use good timing to benefit your interests. Innately adept at the art of persuasiveness, you are able to convince even the most hardened opponent.

      If you occupy a position of authority in your workplace, bear in mind that not everyone is like you. Your workmates may feel intimidated and suffocated by your energy and quest for perfection. Remember to command respect. Don’t demand it by generating fear.

      Humility takes an interesting turn with you, Leo. You seek acknowledgement to validate your efforts, but you take pride in sharing the praise with those who have contributed to it.

      Being the Sun at heart and lion-like in your personality, you strive to reach the pinnacle of your professional life through grit and perseverance. Your competitive spirit also attracts you to the world of sports and games. You make an impact where ever you go, and it’s unlikely that anyone who meets you will ever forget you!

LEO CUSPS

      ARE YOU A CUSP BABY?

      Being born on the crossover of two star signs means you encompass the qualities of both. This can get tricky and sometimes you will wonder whether you’re Arthur or Martha! Some of my clients are continually mystified at whether they belong to their own star sign or the one before or after. Experiencing such feelings is nothing out of ordinary. Being born on the borderline means that you take on the qualities of both signs. The following outlines show the subtle effects of these cusp dates and how they can affect your personality.

      Cancer–Leo Cusp

      Being born between the 22nd and the 29th of July makes you quite distinctive. As Cancer and Leo are ruled by the Moon and the Sun, you exhibit the fiery traits intrinsic to Leo, but also the sensitivity of Cancer.

      Mood swings are a given for those born on the cusp of these two star signs. While you are clever, ambitious and at times ruthless, you are also dependable, munificent and selfless. You are naturally humanitarian and best suited to careers in medicine, law or education. Though you pulsate with dazzling energy, you can also be explosively volatile.

      Endowed with keen intuitiveness, you are fearless in life’s pursuits and your judgment is rarely flawed. You like to play police during times of chaos, and while others may not respond favourably to this, you don’t care!

      In your quest to feel good about yourself, you are prone to splurge money on food and pleasure. And if you try your hand at cooking, you’ll be amazed to find that there is a hidden chef in you!

      Interestingly, Leo men on this cusp display feminine sensibilities, while women exhibit an accentuated masculine side. This inimitable mix gives you a rather balanced and vigorous personality. You’ll find yourself caught up in a whirlpool of enthusiasm, but ensure that you take care of your digestive organs.

      You like to weave a fantasy world around you and revel in absolute joy and optimism. This showy streak is best put to use in theatre, which is another viable option for you, Leo. Because you are enthused by challenges, the world of sports can be hugely inspiring, and you have a strong preference towards team sports.

      Leo–Virgo Cusp

      Leo and Virgo are ruled by the Sun and the planet Mercury respectively. This combination is known as the cusp of exposure, which is a fascinating blend of the introvert and the extrovert.

      You are usually affable and unassuming, though with a touch of flamboyance. A Leo–Virgo cusp is exceedingly bright, disciplined and industrious, possessing a strong sense of self-worth.

      A cusp of this combination tends to be highly conscious of diet and exercise, and the influence of Leo makes you fond of outdoor exercises involving groups. However, you are susceptible to abdominal disorders and you have a sensitive circulatory system, so it would be wise to take care of your body.

      Endowed with Virgo’s scrupulousness and Leo’s inherent intuitiveness, you are able to identify the best time to make important life decisions. After all, Virgo’s influence makes you less overtly impulsive and dramatic than most Leos.

      You can also be emotionally immature until you’re able to embrace the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood. As a Leo–Virgo cusp, you are likely to succeed as an actor, writer or lawyer, though not in the field of medicine—a traditional Leo career. This is due to your profusely sympathetic and highly inventive mind, which is not suited to the exacting world of medical science.

      CREATIVE CUSP

       Your ingenious mind pulsates with an abundantly creative streak, and it tends toward elaborate displays in couture or furniture. You may also possess a secretive nature and be prone to gambling.

      Even though you exhibit the passionate, vigorous and assertive traits so intrinsic to Leo, you can also be a hopelessly optimistic, laid-back and happy-go-lucky individual. You are a cheerful neighbour and give ample space to those who live in your vicinity.

      Your most important lesson in life is to control your inherent smugness. Even though you are a wonderful friend, you can be painfully hostile towards those who want to share in your feelings.

LEO CELEBRITIES

      FAMOUS MALE:

      ROBERT DE NIRO

      As the fifth sign of the zodiac, Leo rules entertainment and the dramatic arts, which is why this sign is often found in the birth charts of great actors. It comes as no surprise, then, that brilliant actor Robert De Niro is born under the sign of Leo.

      Robert has carved a niche for himself as one of the most unique and intense actors of his profession. He was trained at the Stella Adler Conservatory and first rose to fame with the film Bang the Drum Slowly (1973). But one of his best performances, which won him an Academy Award in 1974, was in The Godfather Part II. He has also received Academy Award nominations for his roles in The Taxi Driver (1976), The Deer Hunter (1978) and Cape Fear (1991).

      Being in the company of a very powerful Leo is difficult, and I have heard that working with Robert can be a rather daunting experience. He is considered a master in his field and now even directs his own films. There is no doubt that Leos live and play hard. As Robert once said, ‘You’ll have time to rest when you’re dead’.

      FAMOUS FEMALE:

      MARTHA STEWART

      Born on the 3rd of August 1941, Martha Stewart spent her youth working in a variety of fields, including modelling, catering and stockbroking. With hard work and determination, however, she quickly became a successful businesswoman, author and television personality. She was even named one of People Magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People in 1996.

      Some people believe that Leo-born individuals are egotistical without cause, but they fail to see that many are just workaholics who strive to do their best. Like most cats and lions, which are nocturnal animals, Martha sleeps only four hours a night before waking up and getting straight to work. This is the sort of intensity that is common to many Leos.

      But there is also another side to Martha. In 2004 she was convicted on four felony charges, including conspiracy to obstruct