The fiery planet of Mars is moving into dramatic Leo on May 20. Be ready to assert yourself and take action to reach your goals. You will be inspired and passionate during this bold transit that lasts through July 10.
Mars is all about bravado; confidence, pride. Its energy is passionate, bold and assertive. Leo is associated with self-expression, courage and drama. When these energies combine, it can increase self confidence, heighten our passions, give us motivation and we might have a dramatic flair! It can be an intense period, but very positive over-all.
While in Leo, Mars is grand, proud, and self-confident. Mars in Leo can boost our self-confidence and encourage us to boldly express ourselves. This can manifest in many different ways; self-expression, career, goals and relationships.
This transit can bring us a surge of energy and motivation. We want to take the driver’s seat during this transit. We seek to appear strong and prefer to be the center of attention during this time! We might have the drive to initiate new projects and pursue our personal ambitions.
We have big, grand goals. We go after the things that we want in a direct, self-assured manner. We desire dramatic results. We don’t want to worry about details, and take the least complicated route to goals.
We have a high passion for life during this transit. Mars is associated with the need to win, and Leo is linked with pride. Mars in Leo can awaken competitive drive. We’re willing to take more risks to get what we want.
There might be an increased desire to showcase our talents. We will be more likely to assert our opinions with passion and enthusiasm. The urge to gain recognition for efforts is strong. There is going to be a need for attention and acknowledgement for your efforts!
Leo is also generous and warm-hearted, which means Mars’ drive could be channeled through helping others. It’s easier for us to stand up for the underdog than other times.
Sex drive is strong during this transit. You’ll have confidence with your romances too. And you’ll be needing extra validation. Be sure to be careful of your partner's emotions and work to create mutual understanding, because they might be feeling the same way! It’s important to find ways to channel all of this energy to avoid unneeded conflicts.
Emotions and actions might be expressed more boldly and passionately. There can be drama added to personal interactions and situations. Tantrums can easily be triggered. If we feel disrespected we can be particularly angry. We are apt to be more focused on being proud and dominating with others.
There is also a hint of stubbornness in this sign. Moving out of your comfort zone might not be easy, unless we’re driven by passion.
A way to check out where this energy could show up for you is by checking where Leo and Mars are in your natal chart.
It’s great to channel this energy into physical activity, or something hands-on. Head over to the gym if you’ve been putting it off. Take some walks in nature. If you’re feeling brave, hiking and climbing could be a great outlet. Swimming and sports could be good too.
How can you utilize this energy?
Leo is one of the most creative signs in the zodiac, and this energy can be channeled into different kinds of creative endeavors. Incorporate creative practices like painting, drawing, singing or writing into your life. Allow your creativity to flow freely, expressing your emotions and spiritual insights.
Step out of your comfort zone and engage in practices that challenge you. Embrace personal growth with a fearless spirit. Consider taking a leadership role within a spiritual community or group, organize an event, or share your wisdom to inspire and motivate others.
Incorporate symbols of passion, power and creativity into your altar. Light red or orange candles for the fiery energy of Mars and Leo.
Perform rituals and spell work connected with confidence, courage, leadership and creativity. Visualize yourself empowered by these energies while performing them. Mars in Leo can also be harnessed for banishing spells to release anything that is limiting you or your self-expression.
Herbs like ginger and cinnamon correspond with courage, strength and passion.
Affirmations can be a powerful tool to reinforce positivity about yourself, your life and your goals to empower you with confidence.
Here are some journal prompts that you can use during Mars in Leo:
- How do I express myself creatively?
- What are my unique talents and how can I showcase them more boldly?
- In what areas of life do I feel most confident? How can I cultivate more self-assurance in other areas?
- What does leadership mean to me?
- What activities or projects ignite my passion and enthusiasm? What creative projects or hobbies bring me joy and allow me to express myself? How can I make more time for any of those?
- How can I infuse more energy or motivation into daily life?
- How do I seek recognition and validation from others? Are there ways I can have a healthier sense of self-worth from within?
- How comfortable am I with being in the spotlight? What fears and insecurities come up when I’m the center of attention, and how can I work to overcome them?
- Are there areas where I hold back due to fear of failure or judgment? How can I embrace a more courageous mindset?
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