Having problems with a Leo's monumental ego!

HELP! I really enjoy the company of my Leo friend, but his ego drives me crazy (and not in a good way). I admire him to a point, but I don't feel he is the next Tom Cruise or anything and I really hate it when he patronizes me. How do I tell my friend he's great while trying to keep him from being an egotistical ***?!?!?!?!

I would tell him exactly that - I think sometimes Leo's don't even realize they are doing this - it comes so naturally!

If you're a friend, be honest and he/she will appreciate it.

Whatever

Thank you Whatever for your help. =D I'll let ya know what happens!

I agree. I like Leo's but I know what you mean by "ego". Make your friend understand that thier comments aren't always appreciated. Maybe they'll smarten up.

Yeah he can be pretty blunt and sarcastic at times too. Sometimes I wonder if he is a Leo/Sagittarius (that's not possible though)

But when I make him feel special (he is special) just very egotistical, I get a very kind friend.

Yeah I just wish I didn't have to try so hard to always have to make everything be about him!

Hmmmmm, sounds like he's a little too in tune with himself. Doesn't he ever compliment you? A good relationship with anyone requires 50/50 give and take. Is he owning up to his part? I'm curious.

He doesn't compliment me, but he does make me laugh and feel better about myself when I am down. That is a very great thing though, otherwise I would feel down about myself for a very long time.

Whatever you're feeling, don't feel down. You must beleive in yourself and that you're just as special as the next person. It sounds cliche but it's true. As for your Leo friend, tell him that he makes you feel good about yourself--it might melt him a little, soften him up. If he doesn't respond to this and you find yourself more giving to him than he is to you, then it's time to find another Leo friend.

Thank you sloane. I'll give it a try and see what happens.

Didn't work. He shut me out completely after I told him how I felt. I guess we are just doomed!

I would dump any guy who tells me to shut up - especially if I'M the one who's right! You deserve respect, and he's not capable of giving it - his good points don't make up for the bad ones. Get rid of him!

Thanks 209. I will do just that. I can't take it anymore! I am going to go crazy if I stay one more day with him!

It sounds like he doesn't have ANY good points! Tell him to go to hell and that you will find someone else soon that is much better! You deserve better.

He has really hurt me bad. All the trust I once put in him, as well as my confidence--it's all shattered. I feel like a bottomless pit right now.

Your EX was DYSFUNCTIONAL! Don't worry - there are other Leos who are the total opposite and can help you overcome your pain.

Yes, absolutely. He was most likely dysfunctional. I'm sure there are plenty of other Leo men that are pure sweethearts--I have known a few. Please don't let this get to you honey. There are MANY MANY men out there to chooose from. Your relationship with this past dud was HIS fault. Not yours.
Sloane

PS, I don't know if this would make you feel better--perhaps restore some confidence but, maybe you could write a letter to your ex explaining how he made you feel and that he needs to grow up. It would be a final word between you and him. It sounds like he needs to be told that his method of relating to women is adolescent and a bit harsh in some ways as well. You could close it by saying that if he were to respond back by phone or letter, that you will not give attention to his rsponse. Basically, in short, your sending him some imparted wisdom. Hope this helps.
(I just hate to see someone with a good heart get hurt-that's all.)Take care.
Sloane

BOO on leo man! I have found that they have to be the focus of everything or they get in a fuss or in a b**** per say...my leo girl friends are also all takers they will take take take...but they never want to give anythin gin return...they are cheap!!!! CHEAP!!! and never want to return the favour!

Honestly, I still find it hard to turn away on Leo's--especially males since I'm a Libra female. But, as with anyone of any sign, if you feel that they're not giving in thier 50% , definetaly speak up.
Sloane

Thank you so much Sloane. Yes I think I will do that. I have to somehow let him know how I feel...to be continued!