Aries The Ram Ruling Planet Mars Element Fire Keywords I Am Key Notes Action & Courage
Traits Action orientation Adventurous and energetic Pioneering and courageous Enthusiastic and confident Dynamic and quick-witted In medical astrology, Aries rules the head.
Aries can be a bit "me" oriented. This can be a brash, pushy sign that reflects its ruler the warrior, Mars. Fearless Mars is assertive and aggressive, and so is Aries. The Ruby birthstone needs to be handled with care. It can bring anger to the surface to be burned away. It is an energizing stone and can overwhelm with passion, something Aries has in abundance. Used positively, Ruby can help impetuous Aries to focus goals and aspirations more wisely. Carnelian helps inflammatory Aries to avoid dangerous situations, while Amethyst soothes and calms the impatient Aries nature. Diamond can help Aries to be more thoughtful and considerate.
The Moon of Awakening (Mar 21 - Apr 19) This period is one of energy and excitement. This energy is potential energy, and will need to be nurtured in order for it to grow. The influence is one of transition from the world within to the outside world; and awakening.
Aries is a fire element active, self-assertive, creative, energetic, and impatient. They impart spirit and energy.
Fire signs are passionate and loving, confident and innovative. Fire shapes inspiration. This is the impetuous element of spirit and creative life. The spontaneous Fire element is active and outgoing. It is innovative and initiatory. Fire signs get things moving. They act immediately with verve and confidence. A passionate element, this is the world of inspiration and creativity.
The Fire signs are Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius.
A Cardinal sign born to be a leader. Aries is active, energetic, excitable, optimistic, impulsive, and open to change and new experiences.
Crystal affinities include, but are not limited to: Amethyst, Aventurine (green), Bloodstone, Carnelian, Citrine, Clear Quartz, Diamond, Dolomite, Emerald, Fire Agate, Hematite, Jade, Jasper (red), Magnetite, Sardonyx, Sunstone, Tiger Iron, Tourmaline (pink) Red stones are particularly effective for Aries.
