posted July 27, 2012 11:50 AM            

sooo
it feels like there is always a conflict going on between Shyness vs a very deep desire to be extremely playful/performer-esque
a lot of the time i feel like i am being subjected to being nonjudgmental/QUIET/modest abt everything in order for things to flow well .. (& things do flow extremely well when i get in touch as a sort of strange quiet mediating energy)
but i know i also wish to Express nd Love . . yet i feel aloof from others .. but i do not want to feel this way..

not sure where i'm going with this or how to take this on..
just a bit confused...hm. will this inner fire ever be able to outwardly express itself in this lifetime?? errg

posted July 28, 2012 12:41 AM            

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Originally posted by bella_taurus:
What? A leo being SHY? that is unheard of!

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posted July 28, 2012 01:00 AM            

I am sometimes, particularly when meeting new people. Like I definitely can be extroverted but I can turn it on and off, depending on the situation or my mood. Leos with a Water Moon or Ascendant tend to be like this, especially. I'm the most talkative and animated with good friends, but I still have my moments of silence and reflection.

But every Leo (whether obviously extrovert or not) possesses an intense, glorious fire within them. You just have to find the right outlet for it. Leos, more than any other sign I feel, NEED outlets for all that energy. I've found it in being an actor (I know, I'm an astrological cliche, ). But it really is the perfect outlet for my dramatic, creative, expressive Lion energy to manifest.

I've also noticed that Leos that tend to be introverted are highly introspective. The famous self-absorption turns inward and becomes almost spiritual, constantly observing, defining, and directing oneself. Leos who are louder and less subtle and sensitive tend to be the total opposite: burning through life with very little self-awareness.

posted July 28, 2012 01:02 AM            

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Originally posted by the89freespirit:
Yes, Leos can be shy or reserved, especially since many of us have personal planets in Virgo and often times Cancer.

I am sometimes, particularly when meeting new people. Like I definitely can be extroverted but I can turn it on and off, depending on the situation or my mood. Leos with a Water Moon or Ascendant tend to be like this, especially. I'm the most talkative and animated with good friends, but I still have my moments of silence and reflection.

But every Leo (whether obviously extrovert or not) possesses an intense, glorious fire within them. You just have to find the right outlet for it. Leos, more than any other sign I feel, NEED outlets for all that energy. I've found it in being an actor (I know, I'm an astrological cliche, ). But it really is the perfect outlet for my dramatic, creative, expressive Lion energy to manifest.

I've also noticed that Leos that tend to be introverted are highly introspective. The famous self-absorption turns inward and becomes almost spiritual, constantly observing, defining, and directing oneself. Leos who are louder and less subtle and sensitive tend to be the total opposite: burning through life with very little self-awareness.

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posted July 28, 2012 01:03 AM            

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Originally posted by the89freespirit:

I've also noticed that Leos that tend to be shy are highly introspective. The famous self-absorption becomes almost spiritual, constantly observing, defining, and directing oneself. Leos who are louder and less subtle and sensitive tend to be the total opposite: burning through life with very little self-awareness.

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Yes exactly! And another outlet for Leo's is art! I paint and draw and will soon be a practicing drummer again. I may even start a band once I feel confident enough.

posted July 28, 2012 01:14 AM            

BTW.. You can do a chart on Astro. Just use 1200 noon as the time.. You can still see aspects..
Try researching Asc descriptions, see if any of these fit...

Check Pisces,Cancer,Virgo Asc.. See if any of these fit you.

Im a Pisces Asc.. My Leo is in H6 (the natural virgo house) which explains me being introverted. Along with Saturn aspects to my Leo Stellium.

posted July 28, 2012 01:19 AM            

First, Leo's commonly have a genius about them that can make relating with people difficult. Social Leos tend to have the capacity to lend some of that genius toward social politics, but occasionally that doesn't happen. If shy Leos are engaged with the topics they are interested in, they can become ALL KINDS of social.

Second, Fire signs are often inclined toward a "dominate or submit" perspective of life. Leos especially can fall into Lion/Lioness rolls. The Lion expends a lot of energy exuding a persona. Much of that energy is rewarded by the fielty of those in contact with the lion. The lion rules by having a big mane and a yawning mouth filled with big teeth. The lioness reserves her energy for hunting and protecting her family. She doesn't use her claws and teeth to demand respect, she uses them to kill. She has no mane to slow her down or make her stand out, in fact it is better for her plans that others not notice her until it's too late.

posted July 28, 2012 01:27 AM            

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Originally posted by Xiiro:
Shyness can be common in Leos for a couple of reasons.

First, Leo's commonly have a genius about them that can make relating with people difficult. Social Leos tend to have the capacity to lend some of that genius toward social politics, but occasionally that doesn't happen. If shy Leos are engaged with the topics they are interested in, they can become ALL KINDS of social.

Second, Fire signs are often inclined toward a "dominate or submit" perspective of life. Leos especially can fall into Lion/Lioness rolls. The Lion expends a lot of energy exuding a persona. Much of that energy is rewarded by the fielty of those in contact with the lion. The lion rules by having a big mane and a yawning mouth filled with big teeth. The lioness reserves her energy for hunting and protecting her family. She doesn't use her claws and teeth to demand respect, she uses them to kill. She has no mane to slow her down or make her stand out, in fact it is better for her plans that others not notice her until it's too late.

When the Leos I have known are faced with a new person or situation, they quickly decide which lion is best for them to be in that situation.... That is, until you start scratching them under their chin, then they just become a kitten. >^.^<

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I have to say.... I just love this!

posted July 28, 2012 01:51 AM            

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Originally posted by Lioness:
I have to say.... I just love this!

High Five XIIRO

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posted July 28, 2012 02:16 AM            

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Originally posted by the89freespirit:
Yes, Leos can be shy or reserved, especially since many of us have personal planets in Virgo and often times Cancer.

I am sometimes, particularly when meeting new people. Like I definitely can be extroverted but I can turn it on and off, depending on the situation or my mood. Leos with a Water Moon or Ascendant tend to be like this, especially. I'm the most talkative and animated with good friends, but I still have my moments of silence and reflection.

But every Leo (whether obviously extrovert or not) possesses an intense, glorious fire within them. You just have to find the right outlet for it. Leos, more than any other sign I feel, NEED outlets for all that energy. I've found it in being an actor (I know, I'm an astrological cliche, ). But it really is the perfect outlet for my dramatic, creative, expressive Lion energy to manifest.

I've also noticed that Leos that tend to be introverted are highly introspective. The famous self-absorption turns inward and becomes almost spiritual, constantly observing, defining, and directing oneself. Leos who are louder and less subtle and sensitive tend to be the total opposite: burning through life with very little self-awareness.

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Wow! this makes a lot of sense!
highly introspective / observant.. ---> spiritual, wow to this as well! sounds exactly like me.. super sensitive..

i believe i've had/let ppl take advantage of me because of this without me knowing it till my energy eventually gets drained . . (too nice, too giving, too accepting + what i have/love to offer spiritually...) how can one avoid getting into these obstructions ??

thank you so so much everyone who replied!!! it is helping me a lot. thank you <3

posted July 28, 2012 02:20 AM            

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Originally posted by Xiiro:
Shyness can be common in Leos for a couple of reasons.

First, Leo's commonly have a genius about them that can make relating with people difficult. Social Leos tend to have the capacity to lend some of that genius toward social politics, but occasionally that doesn't happen. If shy Leos are engaged with the topics they are interested in, they can become ALL KINDS of social.

Second, Fire signs are often inclined toward a "dominate or submit" perspective of life. Leos especially can fall into Lion/Lioness rolls. The Lion expends a lot of energy exuding a persona. Much of that energy is rewarded by the fielty of those in contact with the lion. The lion rules by having a big mane and a yawning mouth filled with big teeth. The lioness reserves her energy for hunting and protecting her family. She doesn't use her claws and teeth to demand respect, she uses them to kill. She has no mane to slow her down or make her stand out, in fact it is better for her plans that others not notice her until it's too late.

When the Leos I have known are faced with a new person or situation, they quickly decide which lion is best for them to be in that situation.... That is, until you start scratching them under their chin, then they just become a kitten. >^.^<

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posted July 28, 2012 05:04 AM            

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Originally posted by ccatsunflower:
hey guys, first time on here.. i was wondering if i could get some advice ~
unfortunately my time of birth is unknown... so i can't give any natal chart info
but any general advice, insight, comments, suggestions, etc would be really appreciated!

sooo
it feels like there is always a conflict going on between Shyness vs a very deep desire to be extremely playful/performer-esque
a lot of the time i feel like i am being subjected to being nonjudgmental/QUIET/modest abt everything in order for things to flow well .. (& things do flow extremely well when i get in touch as a sort of strange quiet mediating energy)
but i know i also wish to Express nd Love . . yet i feel aloof from others .. but i do not want to feel this way..

not sure where i'm going with this or how to take this on..
just a bit confused...hm. will this inner fire ever be able to outwardly express itself in this lifetime?? errg

xx

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posted July 29, 2012 04:12 PM            

Like Vertiver, I'm also a Leo Sun/ Sag rising, with Sun in the 8th house (Moon in Taurus, though).
I can totally relate to the whole shyness thing. Even when I've been with someone for a long time, shyness remains. I kind of thrive on it though. I like it to go both ways in relationships, shy together; on a positive note, it can hold back little surprises for later. But I'm also Venus in Cancer and Mars in Scorpio, so very guarded and secretive in certain ways (esp concerning relationships).

Also, I have quite a bit of Saturn going on, and a lot of insecurities which I will admit contribute HUGELY to shyness. I need to feel a certain sense of security before I show the cards I've been dealt to someone I deeply care about.