Jupiter is in Leo!
Today, Jupiter, the planet of abundance and wisdom, officially moves into the sign of Leo after spending a year in Cancer. Leo is ruled by the sun, and 2026 is also a solar-ruled year. As a result, this astrological transit will promote creativity, self-expression, and confidence.
As a Leo, I am particularly excited to own my power by unapologetically embodying confidence in my daily life. Confidence requires unwavering self-assurance regardless of other people’s opinions. This is obviously easier said than done, so think about what makes you feel confident and incorporate it into your daily life. For me, saying affirmations out loud and tapping into my spiritual practices remind me of my internal power.
Since Leo rules the heart, this is a great time to tap into your heart chakra. Is your heart space open or closed off to emotional vulnerability in your connections? If not, what would make you feel safe enough to open your heart to yourself and others?
Prioritizing self-love is also on theme for this Jupiter in Leo transit. Are you genuinely in awe of who you are becoming? Is your value based on what matters to you or other people’s opinions? Opening your heart space is an important aspect of working towards self-love. Honor all aspects of yourself—the good, the bad, and the ugly—to accept yourself fully. If you don’t have grace for yourself, especially your shortcomings, then your self-love is conditional.
Since Leo is associated with the ego, be careful to avoid over-identifying with the ego but instead cultivate a healthy ego. Think about what behaviors, patterns, or habits are triggered by unhealed traumas. Work on self-awareness to avoid being reactive when triggered and instead embody a healthy emotional response.
Leo commands the spotlight; therefore, if you are afraid of being perceived, this transit is perfect for working through that fear. If you have creative pursuits or a passion project you are afraid of pursuing, this is the time to be bold. Anxious about sharing your work or ideas with others due to insecurity? Tap into carefree childlike energy and do it anyway.