When it comes to ending a relationship, Aries has a few tricks up their sleeve. First, if they feel their ex never really cared to begin with, then there’s no question where an Aries stands.
But the same holds true when they’re done with someone. This sign does not play games or leave questions about intentions. They will make it known whether you’re in the clear or not. Typically, this sign isn’t into anything but a good time and don’t really care about how they leave others feeling—which is a shame because it makes them look far more cold-hearted than they really are.
The other way an Aries may break it to their partner is a bit more subdued, but still not the kindest approach. They may suggest that you keep things in the friend zone while enjoying the occasional romp in the hay. This approach, coupled with flirting, would make any partner confused about how this is even considered a breakup.
Well, unfortunately, a partner’s disinterest is exactly what reignites an Aries’ original interest. They want nothing more than to have what’s restricted from them.
During… Even if an Aries isn’t feeling the relationship, they’ll refuse to accept failure. For them, breaking up is not an option. The good news is: Aries is not one to sit around lamenting their broken heart.
After the breakup… Aries will invite an ex to dinner under the guise of finding closure—only for their ex to find a romantic, beachside dinner for two complete with candles and a private chef. For an ex, this could end up coming across as not respecting their boundaries.
Long-term… The good news is that while this sign puts in effort to win, should things be stalled on their partner’s end, it won’t be long before their devotion turns to bitterness and they decide to find someone else.
Aries breakup secret… Though they’ll try to convince you that you’re the love of their life during the breakup, they’ll probably move on faster than you.
Part of Aries’ greatest qualities also result in their greatest downfalls with these particular signs:
Virgo: Aries’ need to take charge and lead would only trigger Virgo’s need to dissect every tiny detail—and Aries would not be here for it. It would be all of five seconds before Virgo would walk away crying. Sexually, these two signs would clash as well. While Aries is willing to get it on in the bar bathroom, Virgo needs time and patience before they can even think aboutgetting it on.
Aquarius: While an Aries enjoys being extremely close to their loves, Aquarius’ tendency to put love and their partners on the back-burner would drive an Aries mad.
Capricorn: If an Aries is really feeling masochistic, they’d fall for a Capricorn. Both these signs are natural leaders and have more determination and drive than either knows what to do with. The issue is that Capricorn likes to think things through. And while they’re capable of taking great risks like Aries, they prefer to do so in a calculated, intentional manner.
The best matches for Aries will be with other fire signs that speak the same language. The best signs for Aries to find love with are:
Aries: Aries will do well dating and relating with other Aries personalities. I mean, who can’t appreciate the fine piece of art that each of you is? And since two Aries will enjoy being in one another’s pockets, they’ll both get along swimmingly while adoring doing everything together.
Libra: Libra is Aries’ opposite and can be a great person to temper this sign’s impetuous qualities. Libra can help Aries keep balance in the relationship between self and partner.
Gemini: Gemini is another sign that can really get an Aries’ motor running. They can switch things up on a dime and will have no issue keeping with an Aries’ constant need for new spaces. Both signs are equally restless and eager to keep up with the other. Since Gemini can become bored just as quickly as Aries, both will be at the ready for the next adventure or crazy idea to jump into.
While their flames can warm you up, they can also burn the house down—depending on how close they are. Here are a couple traits that will get them in trouble:
Naïve: Their desire for challenge can put them in compromising positions where they can easily hurt themselves and others.
Insensitive: An Aries’ restlessness has them hopping from one thing to another without regard for others involved which will sometimes come across as self-involved.
Impatient: This is because, ultimately, an Aries gets bored easily.
Overly Talkative: While Aries is a great talker, others can sometimes feel they’re having a one-sided conversation because they never stop talking.
Argumentative: Don’t dare argue with an Aries, because at the slightest sign of that challenge, they’ll rise to the debate before you can even say, “Let’s move on.”
Self-Absorbed: When this sign is in their light, they’ll come off as self-motivated.
Brutally Honest: You see, an Aries’ respect for honesty is something that gives them the opportunity to say whatever happens to pop into their head.
Childish: Although Aries are honest, should you disagree with them, you’re in trouble.
In numerology, Aries is ruled by two numbers: one and nine. Aries rules the first house of the zodiac and nine is ruled by Mars.
The number one is symbolic of leadership and new beginnings. This is a solitary number, thus giving the Aries sign a desire to act alone or be the “lone wolf.”
The number nine gives Aries an awareness of the common good as well as what they can do for humanity. While this sign can sometimes be known for its selfishness, the truth is: They truly care about the world around them. Ruled by Mars (a planet governed by nine), we see how conflict can give us a means through which we create peace.
The combination of one and nine makes Aries great leaders creative forces for good. It also asks Aries to learn how to play well with others.
Aries is ruled by fire—the element of spontaneity, passion, determination, and drive. Fire gives this sign plenty of excitability and unpredictability. It also provides the energy to be “at the ready” 24/7, with a fiery temper that can clear a room.
In Tarot, zodiac sign Aries is symbolized by the fourth card in the Major Arcana, the Emperor.
The Emperor is traditionally depicted as a king sitting on a throne, staring straight into the eyes of the card holder. He’s a lone figure—sitting high up in the tarot card to indicate his superior hierarchical status. With such emphasis on confidence and natural leadership, this card embodies many positive and negative traits of bold Aries.
In a positive light, both Aries and the Emperor establish leadership and grace. They are associated with guiding others to their best life (at least, in the way they see it). Like Aries, the Emperor makes a great leader because he has unyielding self-confidence.
Ultimately, this tarot card serves as a reminder for Aries to control that “my way or the highway” attitude and to understand there may be other ways of doing things than his own.
Aries is ruled by the first house: the house of new beginnings, fresh starts, and new possibilities.
The first house is also the place that most associates with who we are, how we’re defined, and who we desire to become. It’s how we are perceived, how we look, and how these things play a central role in our successes. Hence, the traditional Aries desire to have and be the absolute best of the best.
Through the lens of the first house, we understand more about the common Aries tendency to be self-involved. Here, we can see that it’s less about being the crème de la crème, and more about prioritizing how this sign shows up in the world (though, Aries still enjoys being top dog, of course).
Ruled by this house, we can also see why this sign is obsessed with fitness—since body image is another topic that’s quite hot in this area of the chart.
Aries is a Cardinal sign that welcome in a new season, the beginning of Spring. The first day of Aries season is March 21, which marks the hopeful Spring Equinox.
As we say goodbye to emotional water sign Pisces, our impulses, urges and animalistic drives begin to take over during Aries season. We become less thoughtful and more spontaneous, and we want to cross that finish line no matter who we have to trample to get there.
Now that you have a fresh start, make this month about you and what you can accomplish. Use that excess Aries energy to accomplish a goal, take the initiative on something new or to cross a personal or professional finish line.
Some things that might interest you during Aries season are competitive sports or pursuing someone romantically. Aries encourages you to indulge in any kind of adventure that will get your heart racing and your adrenaline pumping.