Astrology & Romance: The Best Matches for an Aries

Aries is known for passion, enthusiasm, and the ability to try anything at least once. Those with an Aries sun sign or an Aries rising sign are the self-starters of the zodiac. They can get just about anything started and as long as the project is interesting and stays exciting, they can finish quickly. In relationships, Aries tends to be very demanding. They like constant stimulation and activity, yet they need a certain amount of independence. Sexually, they are very passionate and creative and they know how to turn on the charm with little effort. They don't understand when you don't follow their advice and if they have a dead-set opinion about something, nothing will change their mind. It's your fault if you just don't get how smart they are. When your plans go awry, you'll listen next time. This is the attitude of an Aries.

Two great matches for an Aries are Gemini and Aquarius. Gemini can keep Aries stimulated and introduce new projects and ideas which will keep both signs busy. Gemini also knows how to feed Aries' natural passions and enthusiasm with just the right word or look. Aquarius knows how to stay calm in the face of Aries' intensity. Because Aquarius is the sign which is able to see the larger universal picture, Aquarius is able to help Aries see the larger meaning behind what he or she is doing and stay focused and on track. Because Gemini and Aquarius are air signs, they tend to feed the fire of the Aries and they can move through the ups and downs smoothly.

Other fire signs can do well with Aries, as long as their goals are compatible. Aries tends to want to lead in just about EVERYTHING and when dealing with another Aries or Leo, they don't know how to take a back seat. There can be competition and petty disagreements to prove who is really in charge. On the plus side, they can make terrific business partners. Leo knows how to achieve fame and recognition and can show Aries how to operate on a grander scale. Again, as long as there is no competition, Leo and Aries can do fairly well together.

Aries and Aries tends to be a good match as far as having a partner who really understands the drive to succeed and the need to find new and exciting things to do. They don't complain when you are focused on work or important projects. Again, the problem with this combination is that every Aries tends to see themselves as the center of the universe and there can't be two rulers of the universe (well, there could be, but Aries has the motto: there's only one #1). You'll have to strike a balance to make this work.

Sagittarius is likely to be less competitive with Aries. Aries will adore this immensely because Sagittarius is just as passionate about life and has the same internal aggression and need to succeed. But, whereas a Leo or another Aries will compete over who is in charge, Sagittarius is perfectly willing to let Aries lead. While passionate and goal-oriented, Sagittarius tends to want to play the field as far as romance is concerned. They might be a little difficult to pin down, which could aggravate Aries because Aries is used to being able to conquer. If the Aries gets jealous, Sagittarius is likely to pull away and look for someone or something new that is less demanding. Or, they might take a break and wait for you to cool off. Sagittarius values his independence above all else and is the sign most likely to remain a bachelor. On the plus side, Sagittarius will not be offended if you need your space or have other projects that take up your time.

Another match which can either be heaven or hell is Aries and Libra. They are opposite signs in the zodiac. This means that they have just the balance that each other needs, but if either person doesn't want to learn the lesson that the other sign teaches, there will be trouble. Aries is incredibly self-oriented. They just think in concepts of me, myself, and I. They have an internal focus which helps them to direct their energy outward into the world. They make the world that they live in based on their thoughts, desires, and attitudes. Libra, however, is very relationship oriented. It's about you or it's about us. They tend to idealize love and partnerships and hate competition or discord. Why fight when making up is so much better?

Libra cannot always understand Aries' need to control everything and everyone. At times, Libra sees the benefit of having such an intense focus on goals, but Libra would rather work together for the good of the whole rather than working together for a single person or cause. Aries loves Libra's sensitivity and intellect and the ability to make the Aries feel like the most important person in the room. But, Aries just doesn't understand why Libra needs time to think things through before acting. Why can't we just do something? What's the point in overanalyzing it? Libra, however, is the ultimate thinker and likes to see how any decision will affect all parties involved before making a choice. Aries sees this as wishy-washiness rather than thoughtfulness and Libra doesn't understand why Aries rushes into practically everything without thinking it through first. When you learn to value each other's mode of thinking and behaving, it will be so much better for you. You each compliment the other and, together, you can create a dynamic force both in your personal lives and your professional ones.

In general, air signs and fire signs will compliment Aries the best. Fire signs will share Aries' passion and intensity and the need to act quickly on new ideas. Air signs are likely to help Aries generate new ideas and will stimulate Aries with their quick wit and charm. While Libra can be a problematic match for Aries, Libra brings the most growth and wholeness to a relationship and can teach Aries things that might not be learned through another sign. Keep in mind that these matches are based on the sun sign and that every person has more aspects in astrology which can affect how a relationship develops. For best results, consult a professional astrologer for a synastry (compatibility) chart.