Aries

Ruler – Mars; fire element, cardinal, yang. 

Aries the Ram is the first sign of the zodiac. It symbolizes beginnings, vigor, enthusiasm and energy channeled into worthy quests and concrete manifestations of ideas and visions. Aries is a feisty and independent sign that forges trails and pioneers new fields of endeavor. Aries and its ruler Mars both relate to asserting the ego and will, and resistance to outside pressure.

The Sun exalts in Aries, Venus is in detriment, and Saturn is in fall. Any planet in Aries tends to be quick and decisive, even hasty. The challenges for Aries are staying focused on a goal and following through to completion, and learning how to manage frustration when thwarted.