Men Mars Health & Libido
The planet Mars is connected to a mans Masculinity and how it is expressed. The position of Mars in a birth natal chart shows how one asserts self and expresses desires. This will manifest differently for men through each sign which I will show at the end of this blog.
Mars is about drive, its what gets us out of bed in the morning. It rules the adrenals and libido. A healthy libido function in a male shows that he is vibrant and healthy. A key indication of health issues is when ones libido is in decline. Men need to pay attention to this. Any medications that inhibit libido function will indicate we are on the road to chronic disease. Full chart readings will show how Mars is aspected and how to best harness the forces of the planet.
Another aspect important with libido function is the concept of yang in Chinese medicine. When yang is deficient it can take one to the dark side of the psyche. Yang raises energy and brightens the mind. It rules the adrenal function and when extremely deficient leads to adrenal fatigue. Health cultivation is important for men when suffering from adrenal fatigue. To restore yang requires restorative exercise such as Qi Gong, yoga and tai chi. These exercises combined with acupuncture and herbal medicine are critical especially when erectile dysfunction is manifesting.
Mars rules iron and sharp instruments. Men with a strong Mars on their charts can be in the blacksmiths, surgeons, barber, butchers or in the military. On the other hand Mars rules motivation. Motivational speakers, salesperson and entrepreneur executives will have a prominent Mars.
Key concepts of Mars:
My ability to project myself into the world
The Masculine principle-relationships with men in my life
My Level of activity and energy
My sexuality, assertive and aggressive urges, and anger
My ability to go after what I want
My will to survive
Below are the keys for men to understand their own drives and motivations expressed through the sign of Mars.
Mars expression through the signs:
Mars Aries: Asserts self competitively, directly, impatiently.
Mars Taurus: Asserts self steadily, retentively, conservatively, stubbornly.
Mars Gemini: Asserts self flexibly, verbally, cleverly, communicatively, through a wide variety of specialised skills.
Mars Cancer: Asserts self sensitively, shyly, indirectly and sympathetically.
Mars Leo: Asserts self dramatically, warmly, radiantly, expressively, arrogantly
Mars in Virgo: Asserts self modestly, helpfully, analytically, dutifully sometimes with petty criticism.
Mars in Libra: Asserts self sociably, cooperatively, charmingly, with direct relatedness
Mars in Scorpio: Asserts self intensely, magnetically, passionately and powerfully
Mars in Sagittarius: Asserts self honestly, idealistically, energetically, impulsively, tactlessly
Mars in Capricorn: Asserts self cautiously, seriously, authoritatively, ambitiously with strong self discipline.
Mars in Aquarius: Asserts self intelligently, individualistically, eccentrically and independently.
Mars in Pisces: Asserts self idealistically, empathetically, agreeably, with underlying kindness.