Are Leo Men Selfish?

For all of his wonderful qualities, a Leo man does have his flaws. One of these is his selfish nature. Though he can be generous, he usually has an agenda.

Leo men are known to think of their image and reputation first. They assume others want what they want. Leo men think everyone else benefits if they get their way.

Leo men can also lack empathy. They try to inspire others but have little patience for other people’s feelings, especially when others are in a bad mood.

He’s Self-Centered But Generous

One paradox about a Leo man’s psychology is that he can be kind and giving but self-centered. His grand displays of generosity often serve his interests. He may spoil you to make himself feel like a hero.

Leo men are image conscious. They understand that generosity makes them look good. A Leo man may give to charities to appear benevolent. When he’s in love, he’ll buy you gifts to make you happy, but he has an agenda.

His motivation is to impress you and to show off. He loves feeling like he’s the only one who knows how to make you happy. He also enjoys knowing you’ll tell your friends how great he is.

Are Leo men players? Not exactly. They have a manipulative side, but they usually use it to cheer people up. Leo men aren’t out to deceive you. They think primarily of how they can benefit from their generosity.

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He’s Grandiose

Men born under the sign of Leo exaggerate everything. His grandiose nature stems from his need for approval and praise. Are Leo men insecure? Absolutely. A Leo man will try to compensate for his sensitive side by being flamboyant.

He loves to be the center of attention. A Leo man makes extravagant promises. He’ll often oversell himself. He may go to extremes to show off his talents. Leo men have a flair for theatrics. He’s not one to be humble.

Leo men make everything all about themselves. They don’t realize they’re taking up all the oxygen in the room. Men born under this sign naturally take the lead and boast about themselves. Everything they do is on a large scale.

Sometimes their grandiosity can be entertaining. Particularly when telling jokes or stories.

Leo men love to thrill others with highly embellished tales of their exploits and adventures. Rather than fact-checking him, it’s better to let him tell fascinating stories.

He’s Selfish in Bed

Leo men often make the mistake of assuming that what’s good for them is good for you. When it comes to sex, men born under this sign are selfish. He’ll think you share his fantasies and desires without getting clarification.

Why are Leos selfish in bed? They think that if they’re having a good time, you are as well. Leo men don’t mean to be inconsiderate. They get caught up in the moment and forget to consider your unique needs.

Leo men are similar to young children. They aren’t selfish out of a desire to be mean. They follow their bliss. When a Leo man is selfish in bed, he’s following his impulses and not thinking of reciprocity.

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He’s a Diva With a Big Heart

Even though he’s got self-centered motivations, Leo men are also loving. Leos are affectionate, faithful, and passionate. He’s got a big heart and wants to make others happy, even if he puts his happiness first most of the time.

Leo men love admiration. He’ll act like a diva in relationships. Although he expects praise and pampering, he’ll usually repay your kindness tenfold. What a Leo man dislikes in a woman is ungratefulness in a relationship.

He’ll go out of his way to make you happy. But he expects much in return. You may have heard that Leo men are possessive and controlling. This is often the case. He projects his insecurities and can become jealous.

But this is only one aspect of Leo’s personality. If you’re wondering how to deal with a stubborn Leo man, provide validation. The more you reassure a Leo man, the more his positive attributes rise to the surface.

He needs to feel appreciated. When you show him how important he is, he will become an ideal partner. Leo men are easily motivated by positive attention. Show him how special you think he is, he’ll reward you.

He Needs Attention

How does a Leo man test a woman? He’ll hold back at first and see how attentive she is. If a woman takes him for granted, is disrespectful, or doesn’t give him the attention he craves, he’ll end the relationship.

Leo men can seem selfish because they command a lot of attention. He needs to know you’ll drop everything when he’s around. He loves to be in the spotlight. Nothing makes him more insecure than an unanswered text message.

If you aren’t responsive to a Leo man, he’ll think you’re not interested in him. He may become jealous the minute you pay attention to someone else. Leo men can even become jealous of the attention you give to family.

Are Leo men abusive? They can be. A Leo man who lets his insecurities and selfishness overwhelm him can resort to toxic behavior in a relationship. He may gaslight a partner to keep her focused on him.

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He’s Egotistical

Leos prioritize individuality. All their focus on self and identity can make them seem egotistical. They need to be right. Leo men also crave recognition. If they don’t get it, they become resentful. His ego makes him confident but weak.

If you know how to feed his ego, you can easily manipulate a Leo man. This makes him susceptible to people who are out to con him. Even shallow praise flatters a Leo man’s need to inflate his ego.

Boosting his self-esteem can help bring out the best in a Leo man, as long as your intentions are good. His egotistical nature makes him crave validation. This can give you leverage in the relationship.

He Needs To Save Face

Leo men need to be first and best. His selfish nature makes him image obsessed. He won’t admit he was wrong even when it’s obvious he made a mistake. Leo men can seem petty and competitive because of this.

A Leo husband may become resentful if he thinks his wife is more successful. This is also part of his selfish desire to protect his reputation. He may “one up” his partner to feel good about himself.

If a Leo man makes a mistake, he’ll look for someone or something else to blame. If making excuses or blaming others doesn’t help, he’ll change the subject. He’ll instead focus on good things he has done in the past.

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He’s Needy

Ironically, Leo men are courageous and confident, yet they need ample approval. Their desire for reassurance can make them come across as needy in a relationship. Men born under this sign thrive on compliments from others.

If you don’t notice his new haircut, or if you don’t openly show your approval when he does something well, he’ll melt down. Leo men can be high maintenance. They hide their vulnerability, expecting others to praise and admire them.

Leo men have little tolerance for their partners’ deep emotional needs. This is because they are so needy themselves. If you are having a bad day, don’t expect your Leo man to hold space for you. Instead, he’ll panic.

He’ll wonder if you have enough emotional reserves to respond to his emotional needs. He may even interpret your self-care as abandonment. As a result, he’ll project his anger at you. Are Leo men dominant? In most cases, yes.

Leos want to be the central focus of your life. They don’t understand if you need downtime. If you don’t respond to their every need and desire, a Leo man may assume the relationship isn’t working.

He’s Caring But Selfish

So much focus on a Leo man’s selfishness gives the impression he lacks empathy. But this isn’t the case. Leo men can be caring. They are selfish and focused primarily on their own needs, but they do have the capacity for love.

A Leo man will do his best to fulfill your desires if he knows what you want. You have to assert your needs directly. Leo men don’t read between the lines. If you are direct, he’ll make your dreams come true.

He cares about your happiness. Although he can become overwhelmed by his passions, he also wants to bring out the best in others. He has a naive approach to relationships and doesn’t instinctively put others first.

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He’s Controlling

Leo men are born to lead, hence the root of their stubbornness. Being in control helps them feel secure. They also think they are serving others by taking charge. They may come across as bossy.

Leo men don’t see themselves as controlling. They believe they know what is best for others. This can make them intrusive at times. Their intentions may be good, but their overbearing nature can make them difficult in love.

One way to deal with their controlling side is to put them to work doing something they do well. When Leo acts controlling, it’s because they want to be helpful. Let them know how they can help you.