Leo’s love to be in love, and when in love they put all their heart into the relationship. Break up is hard for them and they are okay and open about the way they feel after that. It can be a shock to their pride and ego that the relationship didn’t work out the way they wanted, and they will like to be with their close friends to heal through it.
But this phase wouldn’t stay long for them. As the Leo’s are pretty strong and resilient, they get through the heartbreak and pain pretty soon, and return to their natural cheerful mode with more strength and warmth.