Aries are full of energy and ambition and the characteristics of the sign show it. In this article, we take a close look at these Aries characteristics and how they manifest in life. 

The Aries is a young soul. He or she represents the first sign of the zodiac and has historically marked the beginning of new life since the sign is set during March and April, the launching of spring. Aries characteristics definitely mirror this idea as they manifest in ways that represent themes of energy and impulsiveness like you would find in a young buck. 

Aries characteristics are exemplified by the idealistic youthfulness we all go through. When we were in our early 20s, we thought we knew everything and how to make the world a better place. While most of us grew out of that to some extent or another, the Aries did not. They are full of energy, open to new ideas and ready to take on the world at all times. 

So, what specific Aries characteristics are there? Well, Aries are generally outspoken, individualistic, candid, energetic, good friends, root for the under dog, forward looking, confident and very courageous. When the chips are down, you can count on them to have your back if for no other reason than you are their friend. That doesn’t mean there are not negative characteristics.

The negative side of the Aries is also fairly clear. They can be viewed as arrogant, impulsive, selfish and poor planners. More than a few Aries have been saddled with the negative characteristic of a volcanic temper. They simply can’t deal well with people who move at a more mundane pace because they don’t have it in them. 

The burst is really the defining aspect of Aries characteristics. The Aries is good at most anything in bursts. The burst covers all of their positive characteristics and few of their negative ones. This means Aries make great sales people, great weekend lovers and can be the life of the party as they move from one conversation and group to another. 

Romantically, the Aries can be a good or bad choice. A partner to an Aries has to keep things interesting or the Aries will lose interest. They make passionate lovers for a night, but have problems sticking with something for a long time. This makes a long term relationship a challenge, but at least you know they’ll make tremendous parents. 

Aries characteristics are such that people born under this Sun sign are very predictable. It all boils down to their bursts of energy, passion and ambition with a bit of ego mixed in.