Aries
Keywords: "I Am"
Dates: March 21 - April 21
Planetary Rulers: Mars
Element: Fire
Triplicity: Cardinal
Symbol: The Ram
As the first sign of the Zodiac, Aries serves as the trailblazer creating the initial pathway for all else to follow. That spark and fire is abundant with Aries which often seems to be inexhaustible. Aries is the first fire sign in Astrology as well as the first cardinal sign which gives Aries natives a blazing flame of enthusiasm to get things started.
With all the energy imbued within Aries, there also comes an air of combativeness. Aries, represented by the Greek God of War - Ares, is emblematic of the type of warrior this sign truly is. People born under this sign are warriors at heart, they fight for what they believe in, even if that thing they fight for is for love.
Mars, the planetary ruler of this sign also gives insight into the sign itself. Mars, is a hostile planet, unfriendly to all those who approach. The surface of the Red Planet is desolate and scared, symbolic of the that battle wounds inflicted on the planet by the universe, still Mars prevails.
Aries natives must protect themselves from exhaustion and force themselves to rest from time to time. While they have energy in abundance, the energy is like a flash in a pan, there is an initial intense flare but the fire can quickly decrease in strength and power.
As the sign of self, Aries can very often be accused of being selfish, rightfully so, as this sign naturally has a “Me First” mentality. Aries people should learn to think of others more, as this will help to balance the energies.
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