Aries Qualities & Traits assertive, courageous, leader, impetuous, strong, ardent, forceful, energetic, self-oriented Ruled by Mars Cardinal Fire sign Aries people need to keep physically busy. They accomplish many things simply because of their restless energy. They need to learn how to make constructive use of their energetic efforts. The typical Aries urge is to take on more projects than can be done reasonably well. Though others may find it difficult to physically keep pace, they are attracted to the animation and spirit of Aries personalities.
ARIES Spirit: Adventurous, courageous Objectives: To plan and rule Ego: Dominating, challenging Personality: Impulsive, friendly, aggressive Ruling Planet: Mars Empowerment Colors: Reds, scarlet Moderating Colors: Indigo Best Day: Tuesday Fortunate Stones: Diamond, bloodstone Fortunate Metal: Iron Body Rulership: Head and face Best Foods: Barley, oats, wheat grass, spinach, lettuce
As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries represents the first stage in the evolution of man and his place in the universe. The raw energy of life itself, which is the first step in being part of the universe, is evident in the character and make-up of Aries people. It is the karmic responsibility of the Aries-born to accept the idea that they are not the center of the universe but part of the larger social order of all men. Aries personalities who do not develop this kind of maturity are demanding and infantile in their behavior. They want what they want, when they want it. The vital life force that is their celestial heritage can either be used to inspire others as well as themselves, or it can be turned inward to reflect only their own selfish needs, and as a result, they fail to evolve as individuals. Aries people are doers. They set out to accomplish things and are determined to succeed one way or another. The astrological symbol for Aries is the Ram and, considering the sheer force of energy and enthusiasm by which they accomplish their goals, it is not off the mark to suggest that they "ram" their way to success. They must, however, learn the difference between being confidently aggressive--a responsible "take-charge person" on whom others rely to get things moving-- and being rudely aggressive-- a "know-it-all" who is insensitive to the feelings as well as the wisdom of others. Aries individuals react in a physical way to everything they experience in life. That is, before they assess the practicality or worth of what they are doing, before they sort out their true emotions, and, before they take time to reason things out intellectually, their tendency is to shoot first and ask questions later. Their passionate nature is inspiring and flattering to others, but unless impatience and rash behavior are curbed, their unbridled enthusiasm backfires when they lose interest just as quickly as they gained it. Theirs is the astrological sign of the soldier but in their haste, they forget the practicality of being adequately armed before rushing headlong into physical or verbal combat. They quickly forget frustration and anger. Since theirs is essentially a generous nature, their selfishness is usually a result of carelessness rather than intentional unkindness. Active, fiery Mars rules Aries and indeed, Aries people are high-spirited, energetic individuals ready to try anything at least once. Courageous, optimistic, and friendly, they are lively participants in the everyday bustle of life, maintaining a frantic pace others find difficult to match. Constant physical activity works off excess energy, and its vitalizing influence is important to their intellectual and creative endeavors. It is usually the energetic Aries who is willing to start projects others would be afraid to tackle. However, it is also Aries who often fails to finish things when too many details demand attention or they simply lose interest. In spite of the physical energy associated with Aries, they are not above using the inability of others to keep up with them as an excuse for their own idleness. If they expect others to provide them with constant stimulation and are unwilling to find their own diversions, they become lazy. Cut off from physical activity, they become depressed, unproductive, and overweight. They are eager athletes and generous players. They enjoy the challenge of a tough contest, but they can be so stimulated that they become too aggressive. Aries rules guns and weapons, so it isn't surprising that many Aries individuals enjoy hunting. Combative by nature, they also enjoy boxing, wrestling, and most team sports. They are apt to be mechanically inclined and adept at arts and crafts, typing, working with machinery, playing musical instruments, or performing magic tricks. They have a tendency to allow their enthusiasm to exceed their actual ability. Before taking something apart, they don't stop to wonder if they can put it back together. Aries colors are red and white. Vulnerable parts of the body are the head and face. As a sign of this celestial association, many Aries individuals are born with a birth mark on their head or face. Headaches, black eyes, nose bleeds, and insect bites are common Aries complaints. The birthstone for Aries is the diamond. The tremendous heat and pressure that nature exerts in turning carbon into hard, brilliant diamonds represent the strength and physical force in the Aries-born. Flowers for Aries include the poppy (red), geraniums, honeysuckle, and hollyhocks.
Body and Soul The Elements and Hippocratic Temperaments
SUMMER ARIES, LEO, SAGITTARIUS FIRE, CHOLERIC Skin Tones: Expressive, virile, robust. Reveals a red or yellowy undertone; rosy beige; rosy brown; pale beige, even sallow; people of color - soft grayish tone and light. Summers tan evenly, while autumns burn. Tissues: Dense, firm, sinewy, muscular; fat firm. Hair: Never a redhead; strong hair and colors, very hairy, strong beard; usually blonde as a child, becoming mousy or ashy with a grayish cast with age; brown with auburn cast; blue-gray; pearl white; charcoal brown; salt and pepper; pearl gray; platinum blond; dark blond or ashen blond. Eyes: Soft gray-blue; soft gray-green; brown-eyed; hazel (green brown); blue with whitish flecks. Body: Athletic, muscular limbs; thorax long and wide; narrow waist. Best Colors: Blues, turquoise, lavenders, plums, mauves, pinks. Worst Colors: Black, bright orange, red.
AUTUMN TAURUS, VIRGO, AND CAPRICORN EARTH, MELANCHOLIC Skin Tone: Sallow, gray, rough, wrinkled. Reveals a blue-gray, dull, dark, and sallow undertones; ivory; ivory with freckles (usually redhead); yellow beige; dark beige (coppery); golden brown; peach with freckles; a few Orientals and people of color are autumn with truly golden undertones but most are other types. Autumn people sunburn easily. Tissues: Dry, coarse, firm, body; fat firm. Hair: Rough, shaggy hair, dark colors, coppery red-brown; auburn; red or gold highlights; dirty blonde; charcoal brown or black; golden blonde; golden gray; oyster white. Eyes: Dark brown; golden brown; green with yellow/brown flecks; pale green; teal or steel blue; olive green; amber. Body: Broad, angular shoulders; tough, bony; oldish. Best Colors: Magenta, teal blue, olive, jade, greens, red, purple, violet. Worst Colors: Gold, black. The Planets Energies and Influences
Mars Energy, Action Ruler of Aries initiative, self-expression, independence, personal power, desires, spontaneous instincts, courage, accidents, immediate needs, anger, sexual drive, early identity Mars governs action, energy, ambition and competition. It also governs surgeries, wars and violence. It takes 22 months to travel through the zodiac.
The Elements – Quadruplicities Fire: will, ideas, ideals, energy, animation (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)
The Qualities – Triplicities Cardinal: Forceful (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn)
