With Aries season, there’s an energy of wanting to be first. So, why does Aries want to be first at everything? Well, to start off Aries is essentially is the beginning and first to begin the zodiac, so it is understandable for them to claim the number one spot. Aries as the firstborn represents the desire to strike out into the world. Ruled by Mars, the God of War, Aries energy is the brave, courageous, and initiating energy of the zodiac. Read on to find out more about Aries’ desire to be number one.
Given that the experience of Aries represents the actual beginning of the physical human experience as a separate being apart from the mother in the flesh, Aries energy marks the desire to take life by the horns. Represented by the ram in astrology, there is the energy of butting ahead into life. Arie energy is a reminder that you are the owner of your life, and it is necessary to take risks to get to where you want to be.
Ultimately, how can you be first if you’re not willing to take some risks? This is the understanding and impetus of Aries/Mars energy.
Aries, the Changeable Initiator
One of the fascinating aspects of Aries energy is its combination of fire and change which really gets things going! Aries represents the fiery, cardinal energy in the zodiac. Because of this, Aries wants to be the first to hit the ground running, and Aries is more than willing to stand on its own and honor its independence in order to take steps forward in life.
The courage and forward movement of Aries comes from its planetary ruler, Mars which is also the God of War. Mars energy at its purest is oriented towards “winning”, and beating out the competition. In astrology, Mars also governs ambition and motivation. Aries wants to get going like NOW, and there’s no time to waste idling and/or sitting around waiting for others either. If you know anyone with lots of Aries/Mars energy, there is this natural innate self-confidence that allows them to move forward…even if they aren’t quite sure where they are headed. With Aries/Mars energy, it’s about getting started. The rest of the details will fall in place eventually.
Independence is the name of the game when it comes to Aries energy. If you are looking for a better understanding of what motivates you, check out you are specific Mars sign and house placement.
The Energy of Mars
To further understand why Aries desires first place, you have to look closely at Aries’ planetary ruler, Mars. In the zodiac, Mars, also known as the red planet, is one of the fast-moving planets located in close orbit to the sun. Mar’s fast orbit around the sun is also indicative of its naturally fast-moving nature. this, The influence of the fire element makes Aries energy bold, rash, and amped up to take action. Likewise, because Mars is ruled by the God of War, they’re more than willing to stand up for themselves and fight for what they want.
In the energy of Aries, if you’re not willing to be first, what’s the point? This is excellent energy for anyone that loves competition and wants to get ahead. Very often, individuals with heavy Aries/Mars energy do well in fields where initiative and action are needed for success. Such professions which resonate with Aries/ Mars energy include military positions, firefighters, athletes, and anything that requires competition for success.
Aries/Mars energy understands that if you’re going to get where you want to be you have got to be willing to take a risk. You can only take a risk if you’re willing to strike out on your own. Independence is not only freedom, but for Aries, it is an opportunity to start anew and live on one’s own terms.
Aries, the Competitor & Motivator
Do you like to compete? Do you want to be the one holding the first place blue ribbon or the gold medal? Well, Aries wants to be number one, and they are willing to do everything that they can to make this happen. By its very nature, Aries won’t be too thrilled about second place. So, they are willing to put in the extra effort to strike out on their own and set their path forward to ensure success!
The Mars sign and house placement in a natal chart represent how you approach competition and ambition in your life. Competition and ambition are channeled in different ways. There are some people who were forwardly competitive while others compete in a more clandestine or unseen manner. Then, there are some people who don’t want to compete at all! For these people, Mars energy is not motivated by external factors, so competition…especially with others is a non-factor for them.
The motivations of Mars vary based on sign and house position, which is why people are not moved and motivated by the same things. What gets you going is as personal to you as it is to everyone. Understanding the placement of Mars in your personal astrological chart is highly important in comprehending why you do the things you do. Likewise, studying the Mars placement leads to insight into the motivations and ambitions of others.
If you have ever wondered why you or someone else does what they do, consider taking a look at the sign and house placement of Mars.
Ultimately, with Mars as its ruler, Aries will always want to be first. Just think about the act of being born, for each of us being born is our own individual first that no one can take away from us. In order to start off the zodiac, the initiating fiery energy that gets everything going is needed. There’s no sign better to lead the way and press forward than pioneering Aries!
