Libra - Friendship Compatibility - Libra and Aries

When Aries and Libra form a friendship, the inherent polarity of the Zodiac is invoked. Aries and Libra are opposite each other in the Zodiac, 180 degrees apart. Each Sign possesses what the other lacks, and when combined with Libra's natural need for harmony, this is a relationship of great balance. The polarity of Aries and Libra can be defined as Self versus Other, but the
differences go beyond that. Aries and Libra are impulsive versus indecisive, excitable versus
peace-loving, willing to jump right in versus preferring a calm, smooth approach. When they
communicate and work together, Libra can teach Aries that their own way isn't always the best
way.

Signs of opposite polarity often end up sharing a great dynamic. Generally, polar alliances are
great when they're good, but challenging when they're bad. All polarities have energies that tend to tangle or knot if understandings are not reached. As a combination, Aries and Libra are well- balanced. Libra is charming, cultural and has good manners that divert some of the brashness of the Aries friend. On the other hand, Aries is far more decisive than Libra, who may waver. Aries can help their friend make decisions more easily and influence them to be more spontaneous. Aries is ruled by the Planet Mars, and Libra is ruled by the Planet Venus. The two Signs coming together form the basic foundation of alliances. Venus and Mars go well together. The symbols are universally recognized as male and female, so this friendship is a good balance of masculine and feminine energy.

Aries is a Fire Sign, and Libra is an Air Sign. Air fuels Fire and keeps it going; Libra can be
intellectually stimulated by the action and energy of Aries, and both Signs are always starting new things -- they just need to learn how to do it together! When they combine their energies, they can do anything, but this can be challenging at times due to their polarity. Aries' action-oriented approach to life may conflict with Libra's more intellectual attitude. Both Signs have wide-ranging interests, and Aries' desire to participate gives them great stories to share with the more cerebral Libra.

Aries and Libra are both Cardinal Signs. Both are initiators, but they really have to cooperate if
they actually want to get anything done. Aries will appear to be the dominant friend because of
their energy and forceful nature, but Libra is also leading from an intellectual standpoint. Both
Signs like being in charge, but Aries gives orders through personal authority, while Libra charms others into doing things. It's important for both to understand compromise. Libra, able to see both sides of any argument, can compromise easily, while Aries may be more unhappy about yielding. Libra may have to give in more often to their friend's wishes in order to keep the peace that they so cherish.

The best aspect of the Aries-Libra friendship is the harmony resulting from the union of Venus
and Mars. The balance between Self and Other represented by this polarity is a great learning
experience for both friends. Each brings to the relationship what the other is missing, so theirs is
a highly balanced friendship.