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The Tao of Astrology
Aries Rising When Aries the warrior is rising, Libra the Artist is setting. On the physical level, people with this configuration have clear-cut, forceful appearances. Their facial features are dominated by fire and they usually have a high forehead and cheekbones over a strong chin and firm mouth. Their eyes are direct and piercing as is their personality. They act enthusiastic, playful, lively, and explosive. Outwardly they can be fierce leaders, quick tempered and fiery. The planet Mars is the primary influence in the chart that shapes their persona. Wherever Mars is positioned in the horoscope by sign, house, and aspects, it will color or modify the Rising Sign. For example, with Mars in a watery sign like Cancer or the 4th House (or even in aspect to the Moon), the Aries persona will exhibit more emotion, sensitivity, and imagination. They would be very steamy and sometimes emotionally overwhelming! Mars in an earthy sign like Taurus or in the 2nd House would focus its fire into productivity, sensual pleasure, and nature. Mars in an air sign would add intellectual qualities to the persona. Mars in fire would increase the vitality and inspiration of the natural Aries temperament. If Mars has a lot of hard aspects in the chart, the person will find it very difficult to express their natural spontaneous self until they learned to transform these challenges into strengths. Aries Rising people are impulsive and highly competitive. Mars will indicate where in life this competitiveness is focused by its house position. Aries Rising folks are charged with desire as the daring and courage of Mars impels them to face challenges, lead, and pioneer into the unknown. Mars also governs Scorpio the sign of mystery and the unknown. If Aries Rising is not activating identity in powerful, dynamic ways, then the shadow explodes as selfishness and rage. Aries is the initiator, thriving in risky or dangerous territory. On a spiritual level, Aries Rising exists to stir the flames of desire. The spiritual warrior’s endpoint lies in bursting into new realms of being and aliveness. On the cosmic scene, these people can guide others to the flame of courage. Their dharma involves expressing the principle of action through ceasing the moment. In order to effectively utilize their fire training in athletics or martial arts is highly advised. The Descendant always has the opposite sign rising, which means that people attain self-mastery and balance through relationships. In collective ventures with others this intense person’s style of relating needs to shift from the warrior to the lover in order to navigate the tricky waters of intimacy. Aries Rising can be the aesthetic peacemaker when engaged in social life. With Libra setting, diplomacy, fairness, and charm are the best attributes this person can cultivate for learning how to operate beyond the self. They might be extremely attracted to people who carry that natural Libra grace. They are learning the principle of balance through interacting with others. The planetary reflector of the Libra archetype is Venus. When seeking union, Aries Rising must stop declaring war to really enjoy peace and beauty. Venus’ placement by sign, house, and aspects will reveal further clues to the way Aries Rising people get excited about intimacy, friendship, and partnership. In actualizing the axis of life, Aries Rising must learn to balance aggressiveness, the perfect potential for a spiritual warrior artist. The life intent for Aries Rising folks is to master balance through engaging in relationships that teach harmony and allow for the full expression of identity.
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