Sympathy, caring and sentimentality are more easily expressed, and there may be a need for some type of emotional bonding among family members and loved ones. There can be a tendency to clannishness, with people more strongly identifying with their own family, group, neighborhood, race or nationality. Food and food preparation is emphasized, so that people are more apt to put extra effort into baking, trying out a complicated new recipe or seeking out new types of cuisine. When the moon is in Leo, people are dynamic, fun-loving and enthusiastic. While a general feeling of optimism leads many to be roused to a new project or purpose, it may also lead to a refusal to accept limitations.
People can be outwardly expressive of their emotions with a tendency to melodrama.
A party given at this time is sure to be a loud, boisterous affair with lots of laughter and fun-loving amusement. There is an increased awareness toward all matters pertaining to children, especially in their talents and in recreational pursuits. There will be support and appreciation of talent, but among creative types or strong personalities, there may be a clash of egos. Matters in the workplace will tend to run smoothly, due to a greater fondness for efficiency and routine. The mood in general is intellectual or reserved, people becoming more shy, retiring, discriminating or critical.