For the Aries August brings a phase of the inner friction. The change from Mars, the rod planet of the ram, to the scale on August 7, ensures energetic damping. In the scale, Mars loses his direct, combative strength and instead demands diplomacy, balance and patience – characteristics that are difficult for the ram. Instead of acting impulsively as usual, the ram is asked to pause and to reflect. Mindfulness and conscious self -regulation are now particularly important.