Aries: The Ram March 21-April 19
The first sign of the zodiac is concerned with
-self-assertion, initiation, new beginnings
-action, daring, challenge, adventure
-exploration, pioneering, discovering
-aggression, creativity, personal goals
-personal control of everything
-competition, winning, being first
-courage, honesty, nobility, openness
Elemental Quality
Aries is the cardinal fire sign of the zodiac. I can be likened to a fire which gives direction, such as in a rocket, a gun, or an engine. Superman and Superwoman, who can propel themselves in any direction, are good metaphors of Aries energy. Fire is a process that causes change and Aries uses energy to bring about changes. Being a cardinal sign, Aries is the most energetic of the fire signs and usually takes the initiative.
Spiritual Goal
To learn the meaning of selfless love/
The Aries Personality
Secret Aries
Inside anyone who has strong Aries influences is a person who thinks that he or she is more interesting than others and better than those with whom they are in competition.
It is patently obvious to all that Aries is interested in winning, whoever or whatever the challenge.
A fight, race, a bit of physical or verbal sparing, or an oppurtunity to do things in new ways are what keep the Aries' fires burning bright. Aries is an original, and being first lights him or her up. Aries has to be number one in every respect. The secret fear of a typical Aries is that he or she won't be liked or valued, even though a winner. However, failure is never a problem because Aries doesn't know the word...every outcome is seen as a part of the winning process, which is why warnings of impending disasters are usually ignored.
Ruling planet and its effect
Mars rules the zodiac sign of Aries, so anyone whose birth chart has strong Aries influence will tend to look for challenges to overcome. In astrology, Mars is the planet of aggresive energy and creative action. Like Mars, Aries is the knight in shining armor, an inspiration to friends, and a conquering hero to the underdog.
The Aries Look
People who exhibit the physical characteristics distinctive of the sign of Aries are tall and bold. Usually lean, they have strong bodies and may even be quite athletic. They are usually concerned to project a physical image of success. They need to be winners and generally do their very best to look the part. Appearances are important to Aries.
Physical appearance
-The body is lean and strong, with large bones, thick shoulders, and a long neck.
-The face is usually long, and the eyes are steady and somewhat piercing-not looking through you, but certainly looking at you, as if to challenge
-There may be a scar on the face or the body from a past fight-if so it will be "worn" with a certain pride like a winner's trophy
The Aries Male
Appearance
The typical Aries man
-has a strong body
-is extremely energetic
-has a dominating sex appeal
-walks with an air of nobility
-dresses in clothes appropriate to the current challenge
Behavior and personality traits
The typical Aries man
-is fiercely competitive
-is honest
-appears to be self-assured
-takes initiative and expects others to follow
-is enterprising
-dreads physical disability
-has very clear goals
-will put his partner on a pedestal
-needs to win
-uses wit and brains to get what he wants
Young Aries
Behavior and personality traits
The typical Aries child
-has a strong, active body and mind
-has a temper when thwarted
-usually walks and talks early
-wants attention and to be in charge
-can be lazy until someone claims to be better
-is generous with toys
-has a vivid, practical imagination
-can achieve much in a short time
-is normally very affectionate
-has an inexhaustible curiosity
-gets over childhood fevers very quickly
Aries and Love
To Aries, love is a conquest. Male Aries love the chase and seem to have little difficulty attracting women. Arieas of both sexes are attractive because of their natural energy.
Behavior when in love
The typical Aries
-is very romantic and believes in courtly love
-will insist on doing the chasing and cannot bear to be chased by anyone
-can be extremely possessive of the lover but cannot understand if the lover is possessive
-places the loved one on a pedestal
-will be jealous of any attention the loved one gives to others
-will defend the loved one to the death
Expectations
The typical Aries expects
-total faithfulness from the partner
-the lover to respond as if he or she is the first and best lover ever known
-to be loved exclusively
-never to be criticized
The end of an affair
Boredom is the death of most Aries love affairs. Like the knight in a crusade, it is the winning that is the peak of excitement. Once the fair lady is won, there may be nothing left to stimulate the affair further. At this point the Aries will get itchy feet and want to find new conquests.
It isn't that love itself is merely a conquest, it is the joy of overcoming obstacles to reach love. The partner of an Aries must always keep a little mystery in reserve and must always believe in every new Aries dream. If all fails-and Aries will try and try before leaving a relationship-then the Aries passion cools and there remains only a lack of interest.
A lover who hurts Aries very deeply can expect to be totally frozen out and ignored.
Aries and Sex
In many ways the excitement is in the chase not the conquest. It isn't that Aries lovers aren't faithful-they are, as long as the excitement of new challenges in love are always there to stimulate them. Aries may appear to want to dominate, but does not want a submissive partner in sex. Routine is what brings boredom to lovemaking for Aries.
Aries and Partner
The person who contemplates becoming the marriage or business partner of a typical Aries must realize that Aries will want to be in control of all the major decisions. He or she will be happy to leave the day-to-day details to a partner, but will always expect to be in overall control. Given this, the person who partners Aries can expect an exciting, creative relationship with unexpected surprises and plenty of affection.
Aries man as partner
He will want a partner of whom he can be proud, yet who will never do anything better than he can. A clever partner would be wise to be modest about personal abilities and to put effort into supporting and encouraging the sinsitive Aries partner in his own dreams.
In marriage, the Aries husband will regard his wife as the queen of his domain and she must behace accordingly, never failing in her loyalty to him and keeping surprises up her sleeve to stimulate his interest.
Aries and Friends
In general Aries likes a friend who is special in some particular way and who will regard Aries as his or her best friend (never the second best!)
Positive factors
Aries friends are warm and hospitable but they are not usually interested in entertaining for its own sake; they usually have a reason for inviting friends around. Many Aries prefer to go out to dinner, to find an unusual eating place. Both male and female Aries usually get along better with male friends.
Negative factors
Because Aries are very jealous of other people's abilities and achievements, Aries friendships often don't last very long.
However, a person who will admore his or her Aries friend and remain interesting, though not ambitious, can enjoy an enduring friendship with her fragile ego is under threat.
Arien Characteristics
Positive
-Is a leader
-Is energetic
-Helps others to achieve their dreams
-Accepts challenges
-Believes the best of others
-Takes risks for others
-Defends the vulnerable
-An Aries life is an open book
-Will give life for the loved one
-Continues action even if others give up
Negative
-Must be the boss
-Brashness
-Blind to his or her effect on others
-Intolerance
-Jealousy
-Doesn't listen
-Selfishness
-Impulsiveness
-Poor judge of character
-Dislikes being told what to do
Arien Lucky Connections
Colors-red, black, white
Plant-tiger lily
Gemstones- ruby, diamond
Metal-iron
Tarot card- the magician
Animals-ram and lamb
Arien Likes and Dislikes
Likes
-being liked
-the best wines
-a unique license plate on the car
-money to burn
-new clothes
-red roses
-food in bright colors
-personalized gifts
-presents wrapped in intriguing paper
-books
-sparkling gems
Dislikes
-being ignored
-physical restriction
-being placed less than first
-feeling hungry
-anyone who preforms better than they do
-old things, second-hand stuff
-having to wait for anything
-lingering after food
-bland food
Famous Ariens
Marcel Marceau-Mime actor
Joan Crawford-Actress
Diana Ross-Singer
Casanova-Adventurer
Marion Brando-Actor
Doris Day-Actress
Omar Sharif-Actor
Leonardo da Vinci-Artist and Inventor
Charles Chaplin-Silent film star and director
