Who is Aries?
Aries is the activist par excellence of the Zodiac. The Arien is addicted to actions and those who do not truly understand the Arien personality would likely misunderstand them. In reality ‘action’ is the core essence of the Arien psychology — being more direct, blunt and to-the point ofthe action, the better. When you think about it, this is the ideal “front facing” for the warrior, the pioneer, the athlete or the manager.
Ariens like to just get things done and in their passion and zeal often lose sight of the consequences for themselves and others. Yes, they often try to be diplomatic and tactful, but it is still hard for them. When they do so they feel that they are being dishonest and phony. It is hard for them even to understand the mind-set of the diplomat, the consensus builder, the front office executive.
These people are involved in endless meetings, discussions, talks and negotiations – all of which seem a great waste of time when there is so much work to be done, so many real achievements to be gained. An Aries can understand, once it is explained, that talks and negotiations — the social graces — lead ultimately to better, more effective actions. The interesting thing is that an Aries is rarely malicious or spiteful — even when waging war. Aries people fight without hate for their opponents. To them it is all good-natured fun, a great adventure, a game.
When confronted with a problem many people will tend to say, ‘Well, let’s think about it, let’s analyze the situation.’ But not for an Aries. An Aries will sound something like, ‘Something must be done. Let’s get on with it.’ Of course neither response is the correct answer. Sometimes action is called for, sometimes just suggesting some thoughts. But an Aries tends to err on the side of action.
Action and thought are radically different principles.
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Physical activity is the use of brute force. Thinking and deliberating require one not to use force — to be still. It is not good for the athlete to be deliberating the next move; this will only slow down his or her reaction time. The athlete must act instinctively and instantly. This is how Aries people tend to behave in life. They are quick, instinctive decisionmakers and their decisions tend to be translated into action almost immediately. When their intuition is sharp and well tuned, their actions are powerful and successful.
When their intuition is off, their actions can be disastrous.
Do not think this will scare an Aries. Just as a good warrior knows that in the course of combat he or she might acquire a few wounds, so too does an Aries realize — somewhere deep down — that in the course of being true to yourself you might get embroiled in a disaster or two. It is all part of the game. An Aries feels strong enough to weather any storm.
There are many Aries people who are intellectual: Ariens make powerful and creative thinkers. But even in this realm they tend to be pioneers — outspoken and blunt. These types of Ariens tend to elevate (or sublimate) their desire for physical combat in favour of intellectual, mental combat. And they are indeed powerful.
In general, Aries people have a faith in themselves that others could learn from. This basic, rock-bottom faith carries them through the most tumultuous situations of life. Their courage and self-confidence make them natural leaders. Their leadership is more by way of example than by actually controlling others.
So what say you, Aries People?
