Mercury in Leo, Ascendent in Leo (Leo Rising)

Mercury in Leo ♌︎ in the Natal Chart

When Mercury is placed in Leo in the natal chart it gives the native an unpredictable and high spirited way of communicating. You typically act without much forethought preferring to speak based on instinct. 

There is a tendency to act with impulse on your heart’s desires. Mercury in Leo individual’s can be quite surprising in how they express themselves. You are easy to fire up, loving a dramatic debate just as much as a delightful conversation. 

This placement tends towards indulgences and enjoyment of life. You are attracted to having fun typically placing high importance on life experiences over practical pursuits. Mercury in Leo individuals are great conversationalists. You can talk for hours on seemingly any topic. Other people love to be around you because you are outgoing, entertaining, and lively! You find socializing satisfying and amusing. 

On an intellectual level you are typically very smart and capable. You make a great marketer or business person as you can easily understand what people want. There is also potential to be an excellent storyteller, publisher, and writer. Other people are drawn to your natural charisma. You match your manners to the scene you are in. Mercury in Leo individuals often set the trend taking everyone else with them.

Leo ♌︎ Ascendent in the Natal Chart

Astrological Body Part: Heart & Spine

Chart Ruling Planet: The Sun

A Leo Ascendent or Rising sign implies you have a very outgoing nature. This fire energy is what people recognize first about your personality. People tend to approach you with a broad sense of optimism. You have a natural charisma about you and others are automatically attracted to your bright energy. A Leo Ascendent can make a good leader as people are naturally inclined to follow you.

Style: You appear cheery and lively to others. As a Leo Rising you will tend to have a very attractive face with classically good looking characteristics. Your smile stands out most of all. Even if you are having a bad day you will still be smiling. This will help add to your overall allure. You also have an eye for creative fashion and self expression. 

Talents: You will be adept at story telling, writing, and poetry. You are ruled by the Sun giving you a radiant and seducing energy about you. Leo on the ascendent can be quick tempered and very passionate. You will always stand up for yourself and those you are loyal to. Some skills you will be naturally good at include singing or acting, playing sports, and winning over a crowd.