Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and represents independence, passion, ambition, leadership and self-reliance. The dates for Aries season begins on March 21 and lasts until April 19. The start of Aries season begins on the vernal equinox and also represents the astrological new year.
Aries is represented by the ram as it’s known for its strength, boldness, fighting spirit and for taking things head on. The ram also comes from the Greek myth of the golden ram who saved Phrixus from death and is also connected to the Egyptian God Amon.
Aries is a cardinal, fire sign which means that it helps to manifest change in a very direct, innovative and determined way. This sign is ruled by the planet Mars which is connected to action, passion, leadership, courage, sexual energy and war. Therefore, Aries is connected to the warrior archetype, the go-getter and has a fiery spirit which loves to compete and take on challenges.
Aries Sun
The Sun is exalted in Aries meaning that the energy of the Sun and the energy of Aries are aligned, compatible and expresses itself more authentically. The opposite sign of Aries is Libra which is connected to balance, diplomacy, harmony and relationships.
Aries is more connected to the self and focuses more on self-development, independence and becoming more self-sufficient. Because of this, Aries is connected to things like the entrepreneur, the trailblazer and someone who works independently, as this sign has a deep need for freedom.
In the tarot, Aries is connected to the Emperor who’s seen as a leader, person of authority and the provider. The Emperor is seen as the father of the tarot who rules fairly over his “empire” and is the final decision-maker in situations.
This sign is very assertive, competitive and doesn’t shy away from a challenge. Aries needs to pursue their passions and engage with their adventurous and spontaneous free spirit. This sign values its freedom and independence so nurturing these aspects of itself is important for a balanced well-being.
Your Sun sign is just one aspect of you and so it’s important to consider your whole birth chart when trying to understand all sides of your personality.
Strengths
Ambitious, natural leader, passionate, motivated, driven, self-sufficient, spontaneous, adventurous, independent, brave, courageous, confident.
Weaknesses
Impulsive, quick to anger, impatience, stepping on others to get ahead, cutthroat, aggressive, overly competitive, needs to win at all costs.
If you’d like to learn more about your own birth chart, book an astrology reading with me.
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