Mars in Aries – Warriors Battle Their Own Flame

The red planet, named after the Roman god of war, is often seen as a symbol of danger and destruction in the area of its placement in the chart. This can indeed be the case with challenging aspects and a weak position. However, a harmonious Mars also reveals the potential for courage, willpower, resilience, and competitive ability, while its sign shows the source of vital force and energy for realizing ambitions.

In a woman’s chart, Mars additionally indicates the image of a man who is both desirable and stimulating to the imagination. Mars in Aries is at home—strong and fierce, raw and irresistibly sexual. Pure warrior energy may be channeled into protection and creation, or into violence and destruction, depending on the native’s level of spiritual development.

General Influence of the Planet

Natives with Mars in Aries are sharp and direct, bordering on rudeness in the eyes of others. In truth, they act on impulse, driven by a burning desire for immediate results, and waste no time on sentimentality. This approach brings success in business, but not in love or intimate relationships.

Those with Mars in Aries must learn to restrain their animal instincts tinged with aggression, their egoism, and their drive to dominate at any cost. Natural-born leaders and chiefs, they attract others with their bright charisma, fearlessness in the face of obstacles, and iron will. On a lower developmental level, however, they may become dictators and tyrants, and under especially adverse conditions—even criminals. For successful and pleasant interactions, it is important to understand how Mars in Aries affects the native’s character and behavior:

• A soul ablaze fulfills its destiny as a commander, leader, politician, or organizer at the helm of a major corporation;
• The only fear and path to degeneration is boredom and monotonous routine work;
• They respect only the strong and fearless, and love to compete with such rivals, even to the point of risking their life;
• They provoke conflicts and quarrels when there’s an excess of unused energy, which can be released through active sports;
• They instantly grasp the essence of a problem and rush to solve it, often leading to mistakes and rash actions;
• They attract financial flows for their plans, and are generous and extravagant;
• They do not know how to lie or pretend, which clearly makes them seem tactless and aggressive to others;
• They are dismissive of a partner’s feelings and needs, easily get over breakups, and a long separation from a loved one tends to provoke infidelity, as they love passionately only with constant visual and physical contact.

The karmic task of Mars in Aries is to channel the volcanic flow of energy into creation, developing empathy, compassion, and sympathy. Work with fire, metal, or machinery is favorable. Children with this placement need active outdoor games to run, shout, and compete, releasing aggression. To succeed at school, they will need to develop persistence and attention.

Mars in the Male and Female Chart

The only authority for a man with Mars in Aries is himself. A dominant, assertive leader, he cannot stand people of delicate sensibility, and in personal relationships, he is eager to move past romance and into the physical side of things as soon as possible. If intimacy doesn’t happen by the third date, he will likely switch his attention to a more available and decisive woman.

In a long-term relationship, his sexual interest must be constantly maintained through physical attractiveness and even eccentric acts—Mars in Aries loves with his eyes, and the intensity of his interest is measured by levels of adrenaline. He is best matched with a sporty, sexy, and independent Venus in Aries, Aquarius, or Sagittarius.

An active, curious woman, inclined to experiment in intimacy and to dominate in the workplace, the native with Mars in Aries is a striking and sexy woman, but her main character traits are masculine: straightforward, sharp, brashly assertive, and fearless to the point of recklessness. She is thrilled by victory over men, both in work and sports, as well as in love.

She is indifferent to romance, preferring to conquer, ignite, and subdue, rarely content with just one man—unless he is a top-level leader who can satisfy both her ambition and her physical passions. She is best suited to a partner with Mars in Leo, Sagittarius, or Aries.

Important Aspects with Planets

The warrior planet rules the constellation Aries, so its influence on the native will depend on aspects to other planets. Harmonious aspects balance and lower the degree of inner tension, but aspects to the Sun increase egocentrism and a desire for power, though also signify great purpose and talent. Positive connections to the Moon harmonize emotions, grant self-control, respect for a partner, and the ability to show sensitivity and understanding, while aspects to Mercury bestow wit and quick thinking.

Challenging aspects to Saturn and Uranus can bring traumatic and dangerous situations. The person may become so engrossed in extreme pursuits that they fail to sense approaching danger, especially if Aries rules the First or Eighth House. Difficult aspects to Pluto foreshadow danger from transportation.

Additional Aspects

People with Mars in Aries are aggressive, enterprising, love adventure, and are always seeking new projects and opportunities. You hate restrictions and don’t like being told what to do or how to do it. You want to lead, not follow. At times, you may be willful, impulsive, and impatient.

Waiting is not for you. You rush headlong toward whatever you want and don’t accept “no” for an answer. Martian Aries love competition and anything that lets them prove themselves or test their limits. Cooperation is not your strong suit, and you may be very self-willed, egocentric, and sometimes even harsh—your “I come first” principle is very strong.

These Aries are independent and hate depending on or relying on others. You need to be yourself and do things your own way, even if it’s not the best way. One of your talents is making rapid progress at the initial stage. If early success doesn’t happen quickly, you may get bored with the project and move on to something else. Maintenance is not the strong point of Martian Aries.

Long-term efforts are less appealing to you than quick, short-term ventures that can be finished rapidly, so you can start something else. Energy and enthusiasm are your strengths. Self-control, be aware, is very important for Aries with Mars—otherwise, it can lead to burnout. Physical activity and keeping yourself fit are essential. Because of your haste, these Aries are prone to accidents. It is important to learn to stick with a project until it’s finished, before rushing into something new. Learning to control your temper and impulsiveness will also be helpful.  ✓