Cosmic Body: Leo Season

July 22 - August 22

Photo by Michaela D taken at Mori Point in Pacifica, CA

Welcome to my first blog post!

Thank you for being here :)

We are all made of stardust.

As above, so below. As within, so without.

To me, astrology is a wonderful tool to explore aspects of ourselves and our connection to the cosmos.

I am creating a monthly blog series where I follow the Sun's movement through each of the 12 zodiac seasons, diving into their themes and their connections to us, our lives, and our bodies.

Each month we'll talk about the energy & vibes of that season's sign. You'll learn a bit more about me, but also, I hope for you to learn something new about yourself and your birth chart as well.

I chose to follow the Sun's movements (vs. any other planet) for this first series as it's the archetype the collective is most familiar with - it represents our conscious selves.

I also chose the Sun because it is my chart's ruler -- I am a Leo Rising and Leo is ruled by the Sun. Not to mention, that Jupiter the planet of expansion, abundance and good fortune has recently entered Leo until July 2027, lighting up this area of our lives.

So, without further ado, let's jump in to explore Leo...

Leo is a fixed fire sign. Fixed signs are situated in the middle of each season (winter, spring, summer, fall), embodying steadiness, reliability, sustainability (and also stubbornness). Fire signs are passionate, creative, courageous, bold (and perhaps a little spicy). The symbol associated with Leo is the Lion.

When I think of Leo, I think radiance, warmth, confidence, loyalty, generosity, and authenticity.

Body & Self Care...

Each zodiac sign rules/ is associated with an area of the body. Leo rules the heart, chest, upper back, and spine. This makes me think of posture and how standing tall makes me feel - confident, open, loving, expressive. Like a Leo. And also, on the reverse side of that, when I am closed off and/or have a lack of boundaries (aka a spine), I contract, I shrink.

I suggest heart-opening activities this season. Engage in what sparks joy! What makes you feel child-like? Do it! Create for the sake of creating! Dance like no one is watching! Go slay your favorite karaoke banger! Get your cardio on in whatever way is most fun to you! Perhaps do an inner child or heart-centered meditation. I for sure recommend getting a massage with these areas of focus ;)

Pull up a birth chart and continue reading...

Michaela's birth chart generated from astro.com

First of all, do you have your birth chart? I can help you :)

Do you have your time and location of birth? This is important to know your rising sign (aka ascendant or AC), the sign that was on the eastern horizon at the moment of your birth, setting your entire chart. You may calculate this for free on astro.com, as well as on a plethora of astrology apps out there (I suggest the Chani App - which has a free and a paid version).

From the Chani app

Where is Leo in your chart?

Now, once you know your rising sign, you'll know which house Leo lands in for you. This will flavor your season with these themes. Astrology is such a beautiful layering and weaving of all the things - just like us. So, remember that many cycles are occuring simultaneously and we are just looking at one aspect for this blog :) I encourage you to go deeper and explore your chart as fully as you desire to.

Screenshot from the Chani App of my current astro transit

So, if you are like me, a Leo Rising, the Sun is now transiting our 1st House of self, identity, appearance, & life force. Fabulous!

And with Jupiter here for the next year, we can expect some blessings to come our way. Be sure to stay open to what form these blessing will show up in, however.

Another layer to look at as we go through each zodiac sign every month is what other planets or points are in that sign/house. For me, aside from my ascendant, I have my Black Moon Lilith in Leo. This point layers in themes of shadows and power, highlighting parts of self that feel shunned or outcast. Fun! lol

Photo by Michaela D

Here's the breakdown for the rest of the rising signs where Leo lands for you and where the sun in shining a light in your life this season:

Aries Rising - 5th House - Pleasure, creativity, romance, children

Taurus Rising - 4th House - Foundations, home, parents/caregivers

Gemini Rising - 3rd House - Communication, daily rituals, siblings, extended family

Cancer Rising - 2nd House - Assets, resources, talents, money

Virgo Rising - 12th House - The hidden, unconscious, endings, rest, spirituality

Libra Rising - 11th House - Community, friends, good fortune, collective vision

Scorpio Rising - 10th House - Career, public image, legacy

Sagittarius Rising - 9th House - Travel, education, publishing, religion, astrology, philosophy

Capricorn Rising - 8th House - Intimacy, death, transformation, shared resources

Aquarius Rising - 7th House - Committed partnerships, one-on-one connections

Pisces Rising - 6th House - Work, health, service, daily routines, pets

Remember to check out what other planets/ points you may have in Leo as they will indeed affect the energy for you.

Additional astrological happenings this Leo Season...

It's meee, Michaela :)

• 7/23 - Mercury Stations direct in Cancer - Hallelujah! Communications smooth out, clarity arrives.

• 7/26 - Lunar Nodes (nodes of fate) shift to Leo/Aquarius axis - eclipse season is a comin'! Think big shifts that get your life on track for your highest good, but doesn't always feel nice. ;)

• Lion's Gate Portal - peaking on August 8 - Get your manifestation on!

• 7/29 - Full Moon in Aquarius - Release the masks, let your true self shine, embrace the weirdo in you. :)

• 7/29 - Jupiter Cazimi in Leo - One of the luckiest days of the year!

• 8/6 - Venus enters Libra - The planet of harmony, love, & values enters it's home sign where it can access its highest potential.

• 8/9 - Mercury enters Leo - The planet of communication and the mind is now embodying all that Leo energy we talked about.

• 8/11 - Mars enters Cancer - The planet of action/our drive/our inner warrior enters the emotional waters of the crab.

• 8/12 - Total Solar Eclipse in Leo - A New Moon...electrified. Themes of leadership, recognition, and ego - release the need for external validation, connect with and trust your heart.

May you have a blessed & bright Leo season! <3

Don't forget to book a massage therapy session with me!

And come back next month for Virgo Season -- TTFN! (tata for now, lol)