Aries
March 21 – April 19 · The Ram
Aries (Mesha) is a cardinal fire sign ruled by Mars.
What defines Aries
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The balance every sign carries
Strengths
Aries natives lead from the front. As the first sign of the zodiac, they carry an instinct to initiate — starting projects, taking the first step in relationships, and acting on decisions others are still weighing. Mars lends them physical drive, quick reflexes and a natural competitiveness that serves them well in leadership, sport and any pursuit that rewards speed and courage.
Challenges
The same impulsiveness that drives Aries forward can also work against them — decisions made in haste, a short fuse when thwarted, and a tendency to lose interest once the initial excitement of a new pursuit fades. Patience and follow-through are the areas most worth cultivating.
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Signs that pair well with Aries
Aries tends to find natural rapport with the following signs — though a full compatibility reading always considers the complete birth chart, not the Sun sign alone.
What a full reading covers
A Sun sign is only one piece of a birth chart. A complete Kundli reading examines every planet, house and dosha present at your exact time and place of birth.
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