Mild-tempered and gentle, these guys and gals move through life in a
manner that can hardly be considered direct. Mars is the planet of
action and assertion, and Pisces is a passive sign that rarely
asserts itself in a direct fashion. So the placement of Mars in
Pisces is an unusual combination. Sometimes prone to feelings of
guilt
about their anger, and difficulties with asserting themselves,
Mars in Pisces individuals seem to "go with the flow".
This is certainly not a very active position for Mars, and natives
will often let life "happen" instead of trying to control their life
direction. This is a charming position, as individuals with Mars
in Pisces don't appear like they are capable of harming a fly.
However, those that don't find creative expression for this energy
can stir up a storm through indirect aggression.
Mars in Pisces people are not
averse to playing games to get what they want, although even they
don't always know exactly what they do want! Their desires are
changeable and moody, and it's hard to really know where these
natives stand on any particular issue. Alternatively, some
Mars in Pisces people do take a stand on issues that are Piscean
in nature, making compassion and love their mission.
It can be a little difficult to
understand exactly what makes a Mars in Aquarius native tick. And
that's absolutely fine with them they enjoy surprising people.
The tried-and-true methods of getting things done are far too
boring for those born with Mars in this unique and original sign.
Mars in Aquarius natives often have a rather original view of the
world as well.
These natives are generally
quite proud of their independence. They are not easily
pushed around with Mars in this fixed sign. Because Aquarius
is progressive and open-minded when it comes to the world at
large, it can be surprising that on a personal level, Mars
in Aquarius natives can be quite obstinate. If they feel
boxed in, they are quite likely to rebel. If you've
discovered a pattern to their ways, they'll make sure they
aren't so predictable the next time around. Being seen as
"normal" simply won't do!
With Mars, the planet of
energy and drive, in an
Air
sign, these individuals get off on mental and
intellectual pursuits. Aquarius is a somewhat scattered
sign, even though it's persevering in the long haul. If
there's a method to their madness, it isn't always easy to
see. Projects are taken
on with a shotgun-style approach with this position of
Mars.
With fiery Mars in the more
orderly sign of Capricorn, natives with this position have a
subdued and controlled style of approaching life. Most don't come
across as particularly enthusiastic; rather, theirs is a low-key
but determined energy.
Mars in Capricorn natives like to
be on top of things. They are generally goal-oriented and focused
people who are not afraid of hard work. Most are achievers by
nature, and many possess well-defined ambitions well-defined to
themselves more than anything. They're not particularly flashy
people, but their drive to succeed and to make their lives secure
is strong, even if it's not right out there for the world to
see.
Anger is expressed in a rather
cool, level-headed way with this position of Mars. Self-control is
strong when it comes to expressing anger, drive, energy, and
sexuality. Capricorn is a sign that detests waste of any kind. It
also fears disorderliness and "letting go". With Mars in
Capricorn, there is generally a powerful need to stay in
control.
When Mars in Sagittarius people get angry, they feel like running.
They have to do something—not about it, but something else
altogether. They don't have a lot of patience to wait things out.
This is where the restless and adventurous nature of Sagittarius
comes in. People with this position of Mars should seriously
consider physical activity as the best means of anger management,
if they don't already (naturally) do so.
People with Mars in Sagittarius
generally have a number of projects going at once. They are not
known for their follow-through, however! They start up new
projects, however, with admirable gusto. Their vision and optimism
can get in the way of completing what they start they want to do so
much, and they trash things too easily when a new idea takes hold.
Most of the time, Mars in
Sagittarius is playful and fun-loving. They love friendly debates,
although they can go to extremes. Some take it personally when you
don't agree with them why wouldn't you agree, after all? Well,
for one, you might (especially if you have planets in Virgo or
Gemini) find plenty of holes in their arguments. The thing is,
more often than not, they haven't thought things through, yet
they're very passionate about what they believe in. Mars in
Sagittarius loves to "wing it".
Mars in Scorpio natives love
to challenge themselves to do the impossible. They throw
themselves into what they decide to do with concentrated
energy and awesome willpower.
These people make formidable
opponents, although often quietly so. They keep their cool and their
equilibrium on the surface. Below the surface may be
another story, and they are unlikely to easily let you in. Mars in Scorpio
has the potential to exploit others these people see through
others, and rely heavily on their gut feelings.
The sexual stamina of this
position is thought to be the strongest of all the positions of
Mars. Sometimes, Mars in Scorpio people are attracted to taboos, and their fantasies may involve blowing
the taboos to smithereens! They enjoy scenarios in which the
"other" is giving in to them, wants them completely, and
will do absolutely anything for them. And, their sexual appeal is
strong enough that they generally do get what they want.
They find it difficult to
share their partners, though they will likely never admit this. In
stark contrast to Mars in Libra, who is most comfortable with the
middle ground, Mars in Scorpio has a black-or-white philosophy of
life. These are the people who say, "Just choose!" They
really are not comfortable with compromise what kind of
satisfaction could you possibly get from compromise? Real living,
to Mars in Scorpio, is all about accepting challenges and
making changes.
Mars in Libra natives often reflect
about things before they act. Decisiveness is not their
strong point, but they do, eventually, get things done. Many
people with this position procrastinate, generally because
they feel the need to weigh all of the alternatives before
taking action.
Life isn't always fair, as Mars in Scorpio would say, but
Mars in Libra will seldom accept this notion. These natives
can easily get caught up in defending themselves and others.
Although their overall goal is to live peacefully, they stir
others up with their desire to balance everything. Still,
they always play innocent when they are challenged,
and can generally charm the birds out of the trees to win
your favor. Passive-aggressiveness is practically the
hallmark of this position. They don't want to look like they
are ever being mean or unfair, but aggression has to go
somewhere! Too often, this results in sneaky behavior and
subterfuge. On the other hand, some Mars in Libra
people turn the Mars energy into action, and they fight for
Libran justice and fairness in the world.
On the up side, Mars in
Libra people are adept at predicting when problems and
discord will occur well in advance. They know how to
compromise and are excellent at conflict management.
These productive and busy people are goal-oriented, practical
people. Although they can be a little scattered at times, simply
because they are doing so many things at any give time, Mars in
Virgo natives get things done quite well! They have a knack for
handling a wide variety of tasks at once, and a tendency to take
on perhaps too much at the same time.
Most Mars in Virgo natives are not particularly aggressive by
nature. Although they can be a little hard-nosed and critical at
times, they rarely resort to pushing others around. Still, an
annoyed Mars in Virgo native can be difficult to be around!
Arouse their anger and they turn into complaining, over-critical
nags. Generally, these natives don't make themselves nuisances,
so this stage is unlikely to last for very long. It is a
sensitive position, however. It doesn't take much to make these
people nervous.
Mars in Virgo people are quite protective about their
"system" for getting things done. Although rather humble in a
general life sense, they can be quite particular about their
methods how they organize and accomplish their goals, mostly
with work. Theirs is a nervous energy. Although they have some
staying power, they can be restless and are not given to
sticking with the same projects for too long.
This position of Mars gives a drive for significance. Mars in
Leo individuals possess a strong need to create in some
way and they are determined that their lives have not only
meaning, but significant meaning!
This is a particularly vital position of Mars. Passions run
high, and so does desire. There is a strong will that gives
these natives much staying power. Though Mars in Leo people will
enjoy the pleasures of risk-taking, they generally have a strong
sense of reason at the end of the day.
Mars in Leo people often have well-defined ambitions. Rarely
will you find a person with Mars in this position who lives life
without a true sense of a "calling". They act with authority and
power, and their personal magnetism generally endows them with
the ability to get what they want.
This position inclines toward passive-aggressiveness. These
people seem to resist change and to shy away from direct
confrontations. They need to feel secure before they act. As a
result, they can appear rather slow at times. Their motto is
"The best offence is defense". They may appear weak to some, but
they can be very strong. Their strength lies in their
tenaciousness.
Their sex drive can be very tied up with emotional need. At
their best, they turn others on with a protective, almost
therapeutic way about them. The protective nature of Cancer is
best expressed when Mars in Cancer natives are turning the
energy outward when they are being the protectors of others.
Turning it inwards is when there are problems. They must avoid
over-sensitivity and self-protection when it comes to sex. Some
Mars in Cancer people are especially turned on by the thought of
creating a baby.
These people are threatened by indifference. They can be
argumentative and manipulative. Their energy levels are
variable, and they can appear to move rather slowly. They have
defensive reactions and bursts of emotional displays when they
feel cornered.
Mars is the planet that rules our drive and passions. In the
mutable air sign of Gemini, Mars is a little scattered and
unfocused. Easily bored, Mars in Gemini natives need a fresh
change of pace frequently just to keep energy levels up. It's a
somewhat odd thing, really. When there's nothing much to do,
these natives are exhausted. But if there's plenty of
interesting things on their agenda, Mars in Gemini natives can
be powerhouses! More than most people, these individuals have a
physical reaction to boredom.
Besides possessing a passion for words, when Mars in Gemini
natives get angry or fired up, they use words as their "weapon".
Angry words some of the most incisive and sarcastic ones can fly
around with the more energetic natives. Others simply talk
things through energetically! Whatever the case may be, Mars in
Gemini natives need to get everything off their chests when
they're fired up.
In fact, debates are a Mars in Gemini specialty. These
natives draw on their sharp wit to win arguments. In general,
they can be talkative sorts, sometimes bordering on verbal
diarrhea. Those whose charts show more reserve only become
chatty when they're worked up about something or the other.
"Slow and steady wins the race" could easily be a motto for
Mars in Taurus. These goal-oriented people are not known for
their speed, but their staying power is tremendous.
Generally calm and easygoing people, Mars in Taurus natives
can have powerful tempers when they're overly provoked. They
generally don't fly off the handle as quickly as others, however
(unless Aries is prominent in their chart).
Mars in Taurus people value strength and stability. They are
driven by security and an especial fondness for personal
possessions. Most are not afraid to work for what they want, and
there is an overall patience to this position of Mars. If it
takes a few years to achieve their goals, so be it.
This is a very impulsive position of Mars. The first instinct
for Mars in Aries natives is to take action. Quick
flare ups characterize the Mars in Aries character, but their
anger usually doesn't last for too long. In fact, these people
generally don't live in the past, and are not given to holding
grudges or feeling resentful. Generally, their temper comes
quickly, and they deal with anger on issues right away with this
kind of character, there is little room for festering.
When Mars in Aries people listen to their instincts, they
generally get things done, and they make fast and (usually)
decent decisions. They don't naturally stop to smell the
roses or consider others' point of view when they are
deliberating over what to do next. In fact, "deliberation" works
at lightning speed for these natives, so they could hardly be
called deliberate. Spontaneity is one of their assets; as are
simplicity, purity of action, and innovation.
Mars in Aries natives are often a step ahead of the rest of
us. A life that is too predictable makes them antsy. Mars in
Aries people enjoy starting fresh new ideas, pioneering action,
and fresh projects make them happiest. They generally enjoy
challenges. Relationships with these natives can be exciting,
but keeping up with them can be difficult. They are given to
impulsive action, and they are not known for sticking things
through. Although their physical energy is great, they can lose
their initial enthusiasm quickly.
The symbol of Libra is the Scales. As the first sign of autumn, the energy is active and initiating, and as an air sign Libra is mental in nature. Libra is the balance between the purification of the individual in Virgo and the regenerating energy in Scorpio. The autumnal equinox is the balancing point of the zodiac, and Libra as the seventh sign is the first of the objective signs and relates to the other self or the harmony between self and non-self.
Venus is the significant planet giving Libras beauty and a harmonious love nature with refined emotions. As an air sign the love vibration is intellectualized to a love of beauty in the arts, harmony in life, and equilibrium in the mind and the emotions.
The consciousness of Libra is I BALANCE. The mind is rational and tends to weigh both sides and, when detached and objective, is excellent at comparison. However, the emotions tend to subtly attract the mind to the side that feels right. Justice is a prime Libra quality particularly social justice. Like Mahatma Gandhi, they will negotiate and adjust their idealism to change unjust laws and bring greater social justice to oppressed people. They are continually compromising to find a balance within themselves and with others.
