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Be a Chiron Research Participant!
One of the earliest books on Chiron by Erminie
Lantero was called The Continuing Discovery of Chiron.
This title captures what astrologers and astrology
students have been doing together since 1977, when
Chiron first appeared in Charles Kowal’s telescope.
It has been exciting to attempt in modern times to
decipher the meaning and astrological applications of
this important planetary energy, still relatively new in
our consciousness. Chiron involves lingering wounds
and difficulties moving forward—yet within that pain
and struggle, this centaur planet hides true gifts—
hints for our vocation or calling and guidance on our
journey to wholeness.
At workshop last year in San Francisco, Richard Tarnas
talked about how amazing it is that we have come to a
consensus as an astrological community on the
meanings of all the “standard” planets. However, he
noted that we have not yet come to that common
understanding about Chiron. I agree.
That means we need to roll up our sleeves, compare
more notes, and get our ideas and experiences “out
there” for others’ responses until we find the common
ground of consensus. To do my part for this cause and
process, I plan to write a long overdue book--or at
minimum a research paper--on Chiron, my astrological
specialty for 22 years.
Timing Update. After many surprises from the
universe in the form of unexpected higher priorities,
I've been guided to put this project on a slower track.
Think Tortoise, not Hare, but remember who wins the
race in the end in the fable. Depending on many other
irons I have in the fire, I do not anticipate seeing a
finished product earlier than 2013 unless there are
more surprises 'round the bend. This feels right to me,
because it allows for a larger base of participants. I
would like to see a sample of at least 200 volunteers
and their stories in this study. That means many more
of you are needed!
What I Need from You
I need anecdotes of 200 words or less sharing how
you have experienced astrological Chiron. I welcome
your stories on any or all of the following topics (1-4).
The word limit request is per segment. (If you write
about all four, take up to 800 words.) I may contact
you for more details in some cases.
1. By sign. Examples:
2. By House. Examples:
3. By Transit: Examples:
4. Special Transit Category – Chiron’s
Transits to Itself: Examples:
you’ve experienced Chiron in its 50-year cycle, when
transiting Chiron squared your natal Chiron, opposed
it, squared it a second time, and then—if you’re old
enough—came home for your Chiron Return. You can
still leave an anecdote in this category, even if you
haven’t completed a full Chiron cycle/are under 50.
Simply include only the cycles you've already
experienced.
This is both the transit category I am most interested
in—and the trickiest in terms of gathering data.
Because of Chiron’s eccentric orbit, there is no
predictable pattern about when you might have
experienced any part of the Chiron cycle other than the
Chiron Return, always at age 50-51. For instance, the
First Chiron Square can occur anywhere from age 5-1/2
to 23. If you have astrological software and know how
to find your transiting Chiron to natal Chiron transit
dates, no problem. If you want to participate and don’t
have an easy means of finding the key dates in this
cycle, send me your birth data (date, time, city of
birth) with Chiron Research in the header. I will look up
the dates for you. Thanks for your patience. It may
take me several months to get your dates to you due
to the number of requests.
When responding in this category, please be sure to
specify whether the transit is 1st square, opposition,
2nd square or Chiron Return.
How to Participate
E-mail your 200-word maximum anecdote per
segment to joyce [at] joycemason.com. I will be
taking information ongoing. There is currently no
deadline. I will update you on this page, if I reach a
point where I am no longer taking input.
I will need at least your first name and complete birth
data, though neither will appear in print for protection
of your privacy. Anecdotes will be identified in the
book as follows:
Research Participant number (uniquely assigned to
each individual), gender, year of birth, nationality, and
Chiron sign. Example: Participant #28, male, 1948,
American (USA), Chiron in Scorpio.
A special note on nationality. Please tell me how you
identify yourself for the sole purpose of giving your
anecdote a cultural context. For instance, I have two
friends born in England, but they have lived almost
their entire lives in the US, so they consider
themselves American. It's about what you consider
yourself.
The Fine Print
You will be asked at some point prior to the book’s
publication to sign a release for our mutual
understanding and protection. The gist of the release
is that you share your anecdote freely without
compensation for use in whole or part in any way in
the upcoming Chiron book or my other writings on the
subject. (I can’t guarantee all anecdotes will be used.)
You don’t hold me responsible for any actual or
perceived harm resulting from publication. I agree to
keep your identifying information confidential. And I
agree to be forever grateful!
Welcome to the Research Team!
Your generous sharing will make all the difference in
the world toward the further discovery of Chiron. Thank
you!
Questions or submissions: joyce [at] joycemason.com.
Thank-You Gift
To thank you for taking time to share in this important
research, you will receive a free copy of my e-book,
Matters of Life, Death and Laughter. If you have
submitted and not yet received it, please let me know.
Lantero was called The Continuing Discovery of Chiron.
This title captures what astrologers and astrology
students have been doing together since 1977, when
Chiron first appeared in Charles Kowal’s telescope.
It has been exciting to attempt in modern times to
decipher the meaning and astrological applications of
this important planetary energy, still relatively new in
our consciousness. Chiron involves lingering wounds
and difficulties moving forward—yet within that pain
and struggle, this centaur planet hides true gifts—
hints for our vocation or calling and guidance on our
journey to wholeness.
At workshop last year in San Francisco, Richard Tarnas
talked about how amazing it is that we have come to a
consensus as an astrological community on the
meanings of all the “standard” planets. However, he
noted that we have not yet come to that common
understanding about Chiron. I agree.
That means we need to roll up our sleeves, compare
more notes, and get our ideas and experiences “out
there” for others’ responses until we find the common
ground of consensus. To do my part for this cause and
process, I plan to write a long overdue book--or at
minimum a research paper--on Chiron, my astrological
specialty for 22 years.
Timing Update. After many surprises from the
universe in the form of unexpected higher priorities,
I've been guided to put this project on a slower track.
Think Tortoise, not Hare, but remember who wins the
race in the end in the fable. Depending on many other
irons I have in the fire, I do not anticipate seeing a
finished product earlier than 2013 unless there are
more surprises 'round the bend. This feels right to me,
because it allows for a larger base of participants. I
would like to see a sample of at least 200 volunteers
and their stories in this study. That means many more
of you are needed!
What I Need from You
I need anecdotes of 200 words or less sharing how
you have experienced astrological Chiron. I welcome
your stories on any or all of the following topics (1-4).
The word limit request is per segment. (If you write
about all four, take up to 800 words.) I may contact
you for more details in some cases.
1. By sign. Examples:
- • I’m a Chiron in Aries and I have dyslexia
incurred from a head injury as a young child.
(Then elaborate)
- • I’m Chiron in Cancer and I can’t break away
from the rigid demands and expectations of my
old-school ethnic family and roots. (Elaborate.)
2. By House. Examples:
- • Chiron is in my 2nd House. We grew up dirt
poor in the ghetto, and I have never been able to
shake my fear of being broke or take the risks I
need to create anything but a subsistence income.
(Elaborate)
- • Chiron is in my 8th House. My mother died in
childbirth, and I feel guilty about even being
alive. (Elaborate.)
3. By Transit: Examples:
- • When transiting Chiron crossed from my 9th to
10th house, a crisis in faith actually led me to a
new career that feels like my true calling.
(Elaborate)
- • Once Chiron entered my 1st House by transit, I
became painfully aware of a skin condition I
previously took in stride and didn’t think “looked
so bad.” I felt ugly and unlovable. (Elaborate)
4. Special Transit Category – Chiron’s
Transits to Itself: Examples:
- At my first Chiron square, my father died.
(Elaborate)
- At my Chiron opposition, I became a father
myself. (Elaborate)
- At my second/upper Chiron square, I lost a major
job that supported me in a good lifestyle, but it
was the impetus toward getting me to my real
life's work of service.(Elaborate)
- At my Chiron Return, I moved to a new
community where I am part of a network of
healers sought after for their skills and wisdom. I
feel I've arrived as an "elder" in the most positive
sense.(Elaborate)
you’ve experienced Chiron in its 50-year cycle, when
transiting Chiron squared your natal Chiron, opposed
it, squared it a second time, and then—if you’re old
enough—came home for your Chiron Return. You can
still leave an anecdote in this category, even if you
haven’t completed a full Chiron cycle/are under 50.
Simply include only the cycles you've already
experienced.
This is both the transit category I am most interested
in—and the trickiest in terms of gathering data.
Because of Chiron’s eccentric orbit, there is no
predictable pattern about when you might have
experienced any part of the Chiron cycle other than the
Chiron Return, always at age 50-51. For instance, the
First Chiron Square can occur anywhere from age 5-1/2
to 23. If you have astrological software and know how
to find your transiting Chiron to natal Chiron transit
dates, no problem. If you want to participate and don’t
have an easy means of finding the key dates in this
cycle, send me your birth data (date, time, city of
birth) with Chiron Research in the header. I will look up
the dates for you. Thanks for your patience. It may
take me several months to get your dates to you due
to the number of requests.
When responding in this category, please be sure to
specify whether the transit is 1st square, opposition,
2nd square or Chiron Return.
How to Participate
E-mail your 200-word maximum anecdote per
segment to joyce [at] joycemason.com. I will be
taking information ongoing. There is currently no
deadline. I will update you on this page, if I reach a
point where I am no longer taking input.
I will need at least your first name and complete birth
data, though neither will appear in print for protection
of your privacy. Anecdotes will be identified in the
book as follows:
Research Participant number (uniquely assigned to
each individual), gender, year of birth, nationality, and
Chiron sign. Example: Participant #28, male, 1948,
American (USA), Chiron in Scorpio.
A special note on nationality. Please tell me how you
identify yourself for the sole purpose of giving your
anecdote a cultural context. For instance, I have two
friends born in England, but they have lived almost
their entire lives in the US, so they consider
themselves American. It's about what you consider
yourself.
The Fine Print
You will be asked at some point prior to the book’s
publication to sign a release for our mutual
understanding and protection. The gist of the release
is that you share your anecdote freely without
compensation for use in whole or part in any way in
the upcoming Chiron book or my other writings on the
subject. (I can’t guarantee all anecdotes will be used.)
You don’t hold me responsible for any actual or
perceived harm resulting from publication. I agree to
keep your identifying information confidential. And I
agree to be forever grateful!
Welcome to the Research Team!
Your generous sharing will make all the difference in
the world toward the further discovery of Chiron. Thank
you!
Questions or submissions: joyce [at] joycemason.com.
Thank-You Gift
To thank you for taking time to share in this important
research, you will receive a free copy of my e-book,
Matters of Life, Death and Laughter. If you have
submitted and not yet received it, please let me know.
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