The Fire element of Aries brings assertive "I" energy. This is a flaming drive and the desire to do something. The Aries will is full of tension and passion; the "I" brings a need for independence. Aries coincides with spring time, when seeds germinate in an outpouring of energy and growth. This sign as has an instinctive identity, early extroversion, spontaneity, and a very direct approach. "Fire" can rage outof control. Aries' cardinal-sign assertiveness can become too willful. Then we have wild spring weather --a storming nature

and a passion for power. Spontaneity can become impulsive -- as only a sign ruled by energizing Mars can be! Balance comes by adding gentleness to independence and by tempering the Self with self-awareness.