March 21 – April 19

Symbol: The Ram
Ruling Planet: Mars
Key Phrase: I Am
Key Words: Aggressive, straightforward, impulsive, adventurous
Physical Body Affinity: Head
Color: Red
Crystal: Diamond, opal
Mode/Element: Cardinal Fire
House Association: First

The first sign of the Zodiac, Aries, goes forward into life with courage, daring and boldness as they forge a new path. This is the urge to BE. They are passionate and energetic with an emphasis on new manifestation. They are motivated by a need for self-awareness. Their passionate approach to life can be both their strength and their weakness.

When you want to travel to uncharted territory, call upon an Aries. This is the sign of the pioneer and leader. It is impulsive, concentrated, and spontaneous; act first and think about what you have done later [or not]. Rushing in where others fear to tread, Aries is attention-getting. It provokes a response from the surroundings, and from other people, and seldom leaves a person or place unchanged. It is an instigative energy that starts something or causes something to happen, always inciting a reaction or response. Often competitive and aggressive, Aries want to be first at whatever they do. Their strong willpower can help them through difficult challenges.

For Aries, the challenge is following through on a project. They often become enamored with a new challenge, then leave the unfinished project to go on to new adventures. On the spiritual level, Aries helps people burst through membranes of inertia. Where Aries resides in your chart, is where you are stimulated to challenge yourself and try something new.