Leo is a representation of the ego and the soul's greatest purpose. It's who you are without society's conditioning and the undeniable influence of your surroundings. It's the butterflies you feel when you fall in love, and the sound of your childhood best friend's contagious laughter.

Leo season is about being completely, fearlessly, and unapologetically yourself. So whether you're an aspiring performer with a passion for expressing yourself or simply just a big kid at heart who loves to have fun, now is the time to do so. Leo season like to pull out our inner child energy and during the peak of summer don't be afraid to have some fun!

Leo is the fifth of the 12 signs of the zodiac, which begins its cycle mid-summer every year during Leo season—which falls around July 23-August 22. Whether or not you have Leo planetary placements in your chart, it’s important to understand the energy of this sign, as various planets travel through Leo all year long, activating this sign’s fiery energy for everyone, regardless of your Sun sign.

Symbol: The Lion
Element: Fire
Ruling Planet: The Sun
Body Part: Heart, Upper back, spine
Good Day: Courageous, kind, generous, loyal, protective, nakedly honest, entertaining
Bad Day: Arrogant, wasteful, sloppy, cold-hearted, jealous, aggressive
Favorite Things: Theaters, cameras, DVDs, rich desserts, red roses, exchanging gifts, singing, affection, compliments, great clothes
What You Hate: Being ignored, silver medals (instead of gold), bland food, being alone, goodbyes
Secret Wish: To rule the world
How to Spot Them: Distinctive mane of hair, regal posture
Where You’ll Find Them: Producing, directing and starring in their own independent films, swept away in a romantic escapade, running for President
Keywords: Passion, Romance, Expression, Drama, Playfulness, Courageous, Loyal