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Ever wondered, how does a Leo man test you? Does he find you attractive? And does he consider you girlfriend material? In this article, you’ll find your answers!
Guys born under the Leo zodiac sign adore playing mind games with people. It’s part of who they are. They can easily tell who’s being serious with them and who isn’t, without the other person being aware of it.
If you’re wondering why a Leo man tests you, it’s probably because he wants to know if you’re good-hearted and your intentions are pure. But most women who’ve been in relationships with Leos say that only the immature ones tested them.
This is especially true for the Leo who thinks that his partner isn’t putting in enough effort or isn’t treating him with respect. Or it could be that your Lion is just a jealous and obsessive man who likes to play games?
Nevertheless, Leo will put you through a series of tests to suss out your feelings for him. Don’t worry, if you pass those tests, then you can be sure that this man will be yours forever. When he has his eyes set on a target, nothing will stop him from getting what he wants.
One thing to always keep in mind is that this zodiac sign is ruled by the Sun, the planet represented by vitality, ego, and identity. That’s why almost every Leo man feels like he’s born to be something great. Also, he’s no stranger to being in the spotlight.
Profile of a Leo man
Before finding out how a Leo man tests you, it’s important to know what his most common personality traits are. This can help you better understand why he’s putting you through all those tests and improve your chances of landing your dream guy.
As you’ve already guessed, a Leo man has a very dominant personality and he usually expects to be treated like he’s some sort of royalty. He’s great at being a leader and knows how to encourage others to reach their full potential.
But unlike common belief, he’s generous and has a big heart. He’s not the type who’ll take everything and not give anything in return. Yes, he’s self-confident, but that’s only because he knows what he’s capable of.
Also, a Leo male is motivated through recognition and appreciation. It’s natural to be attracted to this zodiac sign, but you’ll have to earn his attention for sure. And one way you’ll achieve that is by giving him compliments.
You see, when a Leo man does something great, achieves something awesome, he wants the world to know. And if you keep feeding his ego with sweet words, then you can make him do anything you want.
This is why many astrology experts will tell you that Leos are arrogant and selfish. I’m not saying that this will happen often, but there will be times where you’ll desperately need him to talk with you about yourself, but he’ll find a way to make it all about him.
He can’t be dismissive of your emotions and opinion, especially if you’re not on the same page. He isn’t comfortable receiving feedback and needs someone he can trust and who knows how to handle his big ego.
How does a Leo man test you?
He has to be sure that you’re the right one for him before he takes your dating to the next level. Because of that, he’ll put you through several tests to see if you two have the potential to be together or not.
1. Jealousy
Being jealous of your partner isn’t a bad thing at all. In fact, jealousy can cause you to become closer to your Leo man. And how does he make you jealous? Well, by giving extra attention to other girls.
I know what you’re thinking right now: “If he’s making me crazy by turning his attention to some other woman, he’ll most probably cheat on me.” But Leos aren’t like that. They’re actually incredibly loyal.
It can be difficult to understand why jealousy is so important to him, but it’s all part of his charm. He’s actually very happy when he sees your face flushed with anger. That only shows him that your feelings are genuine and that you aren’t playing any games with him.
Most men will praise other girls to see their partner’s possessiveness. The thing is, if you’re truly in love with your Leo guy, then you’ll become naturally jealous every time he compliments another woman in front of you. At first, you might think that this is some twisted game that he’s playing with you, but he’s actually testing you and your feelings.
2. Personal space
Every so often, your Leo man will test you by spending more time with his friends than with you. The reason for it is that he considers himself to be the alpha male who occasionally craves his male friends’ company. It’s one of his weird ways of testing you to see whether you’ll stick around.
You have to be careful what you’re going to do about it since he doesn’t do this in a calculated manner. Actually, he won’t even realize that he’s giving you less attention than usual.
There are only two things that you can do if you ever find yourself in a situation like this. You can either accept that he’s going out with his boys and realize that it has nothing to with you, or you can confront him about it and see how he reacts.
It may feel like you’re starting a fight with your Leo man, which can be terrifying. However, as a caring and supportive man, he’ll appreciate you talking to him and being honest about your emotions. He’ll admire you for your strength of character to call him out and that’s how you’ll earn his respect.
3. Loyalty
Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, and Aquarius are fixed zodiac signs and they all share one thing in common – they take commitment seriously. In fact, it’s on the top of their priority list when it comes to choosing a partner.
Many will agree that Leos are loyal human beings and they’re the ride-or-die type of people. And the same applies to love.
So, how does a Leo man test you to see if you’re loyal? Well, he’ll put you in situations where he can see whether or not you’ll have his back. He wants someone who’ll be there for him when things get rough. He needs a woman who’ll take care of his thoughtful heart.
On the surface, he may look like a confident guy who knows everything about anything, but underneath all that facade, a Leo man is sensitive and gentle. He’s searching for a woman who can reciprocate his loyalty and who’ll make him feel safe.
Due to his generous nature, he unfortunately attracts many people who take him for granted, so he wants his partner to protect him from these frauds. And once he knows that you’re here to stay, that’s when he’ll show you the meaning of true love.
His behavior will change and he’ll start to shower you with romance and affection. With a Leo, you don’t have to worry about commitment, as he’s not afraid to be a one-woman man for the rest of his life.
4. Secrets
Leo men are known to be social butterflies; they don’t shy away from being surrounded by a large group of people. Their friends’ list is pretty extensive, but that doesn’t mean they trust every single person on that list.
Your Leo man may share his day-to-day tasks or obligations with them, but he’s very selective with sharing his secrets. And if he’s able to share them with you, then you can consider yourself one of his chosen people.
Most men are extremely secretive, but Leos are a bit different. Yes, they have a difficult time trusting others, but they will open up to you if they think you’re worthy of knowing their secrets.
Also, you have to keep in mind that he has standards and won’t settle for anything less than he deserves. As a fire sign, you’ve got to show him your lighthearted side if you want to keep him around. And if he thinks that you don’t make him feel good anymore, he’ll most likely leave.
5. Ambition
If you’re looking for a man with a strong drive to succeed in everything he does, then a Leo man is the one for you. Since he’s influenced by the fire element, he’s all about ambition. And he wants his partner to put in as much effort as he does to achieve her dreams and goals.
He’s not into the girls who sit back and wait for their men to do something for them. If you’re in any way lazy or indifferent, then I’m sorry to say, but you won’t pass his tests.
A king needs a queen and that’s exactly how a Leo man thinks. He looks for someone who has a desire to live her life to the fullest. Someone who embraces change and welcomes all the beautiful things life has to offer.
A Leo man is also known to be playful in his relationship. He isn’t the type to sit around all day in his room and play video games. He expects you to push him as much as he’s pushing you to go out there and experience something new. Remember, he needs to be entertained.
6. Family
Another way that a Leo may test you is to introduce you to his family and friends to see how well you get along with them. Family is very important to Leos. They’re known to be responsible and won’t abandon their family or someone they cherish.
So, to see if you’re worthy of him and his love, he’ll put you to the test by suggesting you meet his family. At first, you may be shocked that this is happening so fast, but that’s just how Leos work.
He won’t waste his precious time on you if he sees that you don’t put any effort into making a good impression on his parents. They’re the people closest to his heart, so they must be important to you as well.
So, when you do finally meet his parents, don’t forget to compliment them, but also don’t pretend to be someone you’re not. He’ll quickly see through your mask and be disappointed that you didn’t show your true face.
7. Generosity
As I already mentioned, Leo men love to share what they have. They don’t have a problem with giving you everything they have as long as it makes you happy. Also, they want to show off to others what they possess.
So, since your Leo man is ruled by the Sun, he wants to shine light on you as well as on others. If you if you’re someone who struggles to accept gifts or rejects them in any way, then you’re probably not the girl for him. You need to be comfortable with him showering you with presents.
Keep in mind that he has a very big ego and because of that, he wants to prove to you that he can protect and take care of you. You have to let him be the face of the relationship or else you’ll lose him.
At the end of the day, though, all he wants is to see you happy and appreciative. He must know that he has a certain purpose in your world.
8. Confrontation
How does a Leo man test you? He’ll pick fights with you to see if you’re able to be straightforward with him. As a sign that is direct and upfront, Leos will respect you more if you can handle confrontations.
He doesn’t want you to back off the moment things start to heat up. He’s looking for a woman with character, who will say what’s on her mind and won’t be intimated by his fierce personality.
Also, keeping your thoughts and emotions to yourself is a major turn-off. He doesn’t like having to pick your brain. Instead, he expects you to be honest with him.
Don’t rely on mind games to make a point because it doesn’t work on Leos.
Signs that he’s playing games with your heart
Now that we’ve answered “How does a Leo man test you?” it’s also important to know when he’s playing mind games with you.
Sometimes, it’s difficult to recognize all the red flags when you’re head over heels in love with a Leo man. But watch out for the following signs – they’re all warning signals that he’s only out to play games with you.
1. He doesn’t want to DTR
Dating a Leo man is tough sometimes. You never know what will happen next and you need to be ready for everything.
If your Leo is testing you, no matter how long it’s been since he’s called you, once he does come back, he’ll try to make up and treat you right again. However, if your Leo man is playing mind games, then he’ll refuse to put all his cards on the table.
Even when he’s really into you, he’d never let you take away his freedom. The only things you’re sure about are your feelings for him and how he makes you feel when the two of you are together.
As soon as he gets what he wants from you and has his ego fed, he’ll turn his back on you and you’re left wondering what the hell happened and why dating this zodiac sign is so complicated.
2. His words don’t match his actions
Usually, when a Leo man wants you, he’ll do anything he can to show you that. He isn’t afraid to tell the world how he feels about you.
On the other hand, one of the signs that he’s playing mind games with you and that his intentions aren’t genuine is when his words don’t match his actions. I know that it’s easy to fall for Leo’s charm and eloquence, but the problem comes in when things start to get serious.
You can’t always judge a man’s feelings by what he says to you, since men generally aren’t that good at expressing themselves verbally. That’s why it’s so important to notice the little changes in his behavior to help you realize whether he’s playing games with you or if he’s just testing you.
3. You contact him first
Taking the initiative and texting or calling a Leo man first will definitely score you a few points if you’re looking to make him fall in love with you. However, if you’re having to do that on a daily basis, then he’s probably playing games with you.
All of a sudden, he may love-bomb you on certain dates such as Valentine’s day or your birthday, but keep in mind that he most likely has an angle. He may even give you an excuse and say that he was busy or apologize to you for not calling first, but know this: His words aren’t honest.
4. He feeds you crumbs of attention
It’s a well-known fact that Leos are addicted to the hunt. They’re confident, self-absorbed, and always know what they want. But if he doesn’t mind playing the long game, then he’s probably not as into you as you thought.
He may even be interested in another woman but won’t tell you just because he wants to keep you as his second option. Occasionally, he might send you a flirty text or something like that, but that’s about it. And even if you find out about the other woman, he’ll deny everything.
5. He doesn’t ask you to go out with him
A Leo man lives for a party and hates when people are boring. You’ll see him attend every major party, as he lives for being in the spotlight. At the same time, he likes when others join him.
On the other hand, if he’s never asked you to go out with him, then he definitely doesn’t consider you girlfriend material. The fact that you’ve never been with him in public is a surefire sign he isn’t interested in being seen with you.
It could be that he invites you to his house or to a place where he knows his friend won’t visit, but you don’t want to hide forever, am I right?
6. He’s jealous of other guys around you
Jealousy is a powerful emotion that can make or break a person. If a Leo man is in love with you, then he might provoke you a bit by flirting with other women, but he won’t cross the line and cheat on you with someone else.
Anyhow, if he’s playing games with you, then he’ll be extremely jealous the moment he sees other men around you. Even though he doesn’t have any serious feelings for you, he doesn’t want anyone else’s eyes on you either.
So, next time you’re talking with another man, notice how he looks at you. He may even come to you and hug you just to show this guy that you’re his “property.” I know that this is selfish and cruel, but it’s part of his nature.
7. He isn’t there for you
If you’re in doubt whether he’s testing you or playing games with you, just ask yourself this: Is he there for you when you’re going through a rough time?
Most men will seize the opportunity to prove themselves when their woman needs them, and Leos are no exception.
So, does he offer you a shoulder to lean on or an ear to listen? If yes, then he’s definitely only testing you. But if he isn’t around during a time of need, then he’s showing you that he has no interest in your problems or your life at all.
He assumes that you’ll find a solution on your own and isn’t concerned about your overall well-being.
