Confidence & Glamour, Incoming: 6 Ways To Welcome This Leo Season

Every 30 days or so, the Sun visits a new zodiac sign. During this "season," everyone feels the energy of this prevailing astrological sign, no matter what your Sun sign horoscope may be. Leo season 2021 is from July 22 to August 22.

As nurturing, heartfelt Cancer season draws to a close, Leo season turns our attention away from our cozy creature comforts, putting us under the proverbial spotlight to showcase our heart's truest passions and desires. Leo is the astrological showstopper, the sign that loves being the center of attention.

During Leo season, we can be self-centered at times but also excited, enthusiastic, and loyal. After all, Leo is ruled by the Sun, which is the force of our solar system. This is the sign that literally gives us life!

Expressive Leo is the second of the zodiac's three fire signs, and it's of the "fixed" quality. Fixed signs (the others are Taurus, Scorpio, and Aquarius) are builders who like to stake out their turf and claim it. They come to stay—and they come to slay. And when glamorous Leo ascends to the throne, this potent energy arrives with a trail of glitter and gusto!

Ruled by the bold, ego-driven Sun, Leo is symbolized by the proud Lion. During expressive Leo season 2021, we can start using our voices again. That mighty roar can attract admirers, but it can also arouse drama. Keep theatrics in the nondestructive zone and you can relish in a few diva moments. Sometimes it takes a little "play fighting" (conjure the image of two lions rolling around on the savanna) to establish that you can hold your own. You don't have to rip anyone's head off to earn that regal respect!

All the world is a stage while the Sun is in Leo, so rehearse your lines...and script them wisely! You will be applauded—or booed—loudly now when you step up to the mic. But don't let that stop you from making an unforgettable impression. Leo season 2021 is prime for flaunting your talents. Passion will be the driving force behind just about everything you do—whether or not your performance involves a stage.

Do you! Leo energy encourages us to add our signature stamp to all that we do. This is a time of pageantry, a cosmic coming-out of sorts. Wardrobe? Check! Experiment with your hair and makeup, or don accessories and colors you don't normally wear.

One danger of Leo season 2021 is that people take themselves too seriously. Everything becomes so charged with meaning and importance that simple interactions turn into soap operas. Too much! Make a conscious effort to keep things fun and lighten up. After all, Leo rules the zodiac's fifth house of playfulness and childlike wonder.

Host a happy hour, hop on the "adult coloring" bandwagon, experiment with DIY crafting. Break into interpretive dance during the morning meeting to add some levity. Bring some of Leo's life-force energy into the mix by getting creative—and physical.

Prepare to dodge some chest-beating loudmouths during Leo season. Sadly, the most obnoxious people to surface during Leo time are often well dressed, charismatic, and in positions of power. But what the heck are they saying? Let's not get so dazzled by the show ponies that we end up running off with their circus!