The Sun in Leo is a symbol of light, heat and potential. The Sun is the primary symbol of the life force, and it shines 
brightest in its home sign.
The Sun generates things. Its heat quickens the earth, whispering ‘Grow, grow, grow’, to the seeds and plants.
Similarly your spirit, soul or essence (pick your favourite word or concept!) is also quickened by the Sun. A little warmth in here (taps chest) creates a little confidence out there (extends arms to symbolise life at large).
Attention + Acknowledgement
One way you can create this heat is through attention. This might involve paying attention to those around you, and then showing this attention through acknowledgement, kind words or a heartfelt compliment. As a fire sign, Leo wants to be seen, to be noticed.
You might also attend to your own desires, inklings or needs, by shining this warm light onto your own self. Notice what feels neglected or in need of brightening up, either on your body or in your heart. A little care and attention go a long way to creating a feeling of specialness, of having been seen. It’s one secret to helping your spirit blossom.
Heat + Action
The heat of this fire pairing (a fire planet in a fire sign) demands action, expression (aka decisions) and movement.
Fire is hot and dry and as things heat up they rise, becoming closer to the divine spark. Thus, the next four weeks, with the Sun in Leo, can help you connect to your divine spark.
Drying Out + Separating
This idea of drying out is also important. When things are wet, symbolically they can be slow or sluggish. Wetness corresponds to emotion, which also supports togetherness.
For this idea of drying out or creating distance, think healthy space rather than any dramatic separation. I like to think of the piece from Dirty Dancing, around ‘my dance space, your dance space.’
Or, this quote from Kahlil Gibran on marriage:
‘..stand together yet not to near together:
For the pillars of the temple stand apart,
And the oak tree and the cypress grow not in each other’s shadow.’
Now that the Sun is drying out, there may be some necessary separateness required to help you create the action you desire. The past four weeks, with the Sun in Cancer, have highlighted togetherness and family dynamics.
With the Sun now in Leo you may step into your own light and power. This could mean being less available to others so you can pursue a personal or professional passion.
Your Chart and Leo
If you know your chart, think especially of the topics associated with the house ruled by Leo. (Not sure? Cast your chart free at www.astro.com. Or, if you have your chart, try these free beginner handouts for a few insights into the houses.) For an example, re-visit this post applying Venus in Leo on Grace Kelly – just substitute the Sun for Venus.
The Sun in Leo also brings a planet in dignity, specifically in rulership. This brings some much needed planetary strength or vitality to the skies, as there are no other planets in major dignities right now.
The strength of the Sun can also show the potential for reaching new heights or accessing potential, especially around the topics associated with your Leo house. If you don’t know how the signs and houses connect in your chart, this introductory report explains all.
Keep in mind this year (2015) the Sun in Leo comes hot on the heels of the longer once-in-12-years Jupiter-in-Leo cycle. This adds extra weight and emphasis to the already in the spotlight Leo topics in your chart and life.
The next four weeks can bring a big development or help you create closure about something you have worked on since July 2014 (when Jupiter entered Leo).
What house is ruled by Leo in your chart? Do you have any planets in Leo? What was highlighted for you in July + August 2014, when Jupiter first entered Leo?