sun in aries
The Sun entering Aries on 21st March heralds in the beginning of a new cycle in solar movement through the zodiac. This moment coincides with the Autumnal Equinox in the southern hemisphere and the Vernal Equinox in the northern hemisphere, when the hours of sunlight and darkness are nearly equal.
The Sun, exalted in Aries, gives a burst of renewed energy, motivation and purpose to the areas of your natal chart ruled by this cardinal fire sign. Any planets or points fueled by Aries will be ignited into action. Ruled by Mars, Aries doesn’t have time for complacency or stagnation, striving to move beyond any obstacles that may threaten to delay progress.
During this time, you may be required to face an antagonistic or troublesome part of your life head on. The Sun in Aries will help muster up the courage to do so with direct, assertive action. To “feel the fear and do it anyway” can be the mantra that compels you forward.
If you feel a need to shake things up, to get rid of any deadwood that may be lying around, just be careful that your call to action isn’t coming from a viewpoint that is entirely subjective. Be prepared to allow for a little wider scope in perspective before making any groundbreaking decisions. Under the influence of Aries, it can be difficult to know when to apply the brakes and when to press down on the accelerator. Patience is not an Aries virtue so having to idle or wait for an outcome or resolution may feel difficult. Hasty action may hinder rather than serve your purpose or what you’re trying to achieve, so be prepared to pause, take a breath and look before you leap.
For anyone having their Solar Return during this zodiac season, it’s time to celebrate you. Those born with their Sun in Aries are the warriors who will fight for what they believe in; who are daring enough to charge forth into unchartered waters; who are prepared to break through barriers that get in their way.
The Aries individual is an initiator and a pioneer who can be impulsive, self-willed and single-minded. The key word for Aries is “I am” which pretty much sums up their personality along with “I can” and “I will”.
The directness of Aries can be a little off putting to some or a breath of fresh air to others. You will always know where you stand with an Aries friend, lover or colleague. They’re not afraid to tell you how it is or what you need to hear (from their perspective anyway).