Aries is the 1st sign of the zodiac, and its ruling planet is Mars

As the first sign, Aries is the sign of initiation and courage but is also known as the infant of the zodiac. Like a newborn baby, Aries is innocently self-centered and driven by pure desire. Aries tends to be fiercely independent and idealistic; they long to feel that their lives are important and heroic. To get to know your Aries self, friend, family member, or lover better, check out these basics of Aries—their power colors, how to love them, how to keep them healthy, and what they find most inspiring.