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$ Stages [Eighteen Stages]
0.3 The eighteen stages
The eighteen stages are stages in a cycle. Each cycle consists of
the beginning of a project, the successful accomplishment of this
project and then its eventual decline and final breakdown. It
describes the rise, the success and the fall of any undertaking,
project, business or kingdom.
The stages could be seen as separate moments fixed in time in
this overall process. They describe the continuing process as if
it consisted of different steps that can be lifted out
separately.
The stages are the same for each series, so they can be applied
to all of them. We just need to bear in mind that the first few
series have fewer stages, it is as if they have skipped a few.
Further down the line we get progressively more stages, as if
there is more differentiation between each stage of development
in the later series. For further information on this I would like
to refer to the chapter Further comments on the stages.
I have given each stage a number instead of a name. It is easier
to work with numbers than to remember 18 different names in the
right sequence. Later on I added some names to describe the main
characteristics of that stage.
1 Beginning: Hydrogen Lithium Natrum Kali Rubidium and Caesium
Initiative Impulsive
These are people who take the initiative to start something. They
feel they just have to make a start somewhere. Their ideas are
often highly original. It is often the amateur who starts up
something totally new, who acts spontaneously on an impulse.
Instinctive Spontaneous
The actions of this first stage are often quite instinctive and
spontaneous.
Simple
They are simple in the way they approach their work. They do what
they have to do in a straightforward and simple manner. They
don't think about it too much. They have no doubts or
hesitations, they just get on with it. They may seem a bit
primitive or naive but this is because they concentrate only on
what they are doing and they don't get distracted by a thousand
and one other things.
Lonely Alone
They like to be alone, to go their own way. They don't exchange
their ideas with others very much because they know already what
they want to do and how to do it. So they can give the impression
of being very closed. This lack of communication can make them
feel lonely, although they often long for a relationship. They
tend to choose a relationship with one person only. That is more
than enough for them to cope with, as anything else would be too
confusing.
Single minded Stubborn
They do everything by themselves, in their own way. They carry
out their plans with a singleminded dedication that may seem very
stubborn. But this is the way it works best for them, they go at
their own pace, steady but sure.
One sided Thoughtless
They don't really think before they start, they simply start
and see what happens. They have made a choice and that's what
they'll do. They don't allow themselves to be distracted by
anything that isn't relevant to their task. They are totally
fixed on what they want. They don't want to know about the other
side of things. They wear blinkers and can only look straight
ahead. Things are the way things are and that's it. They may
appear closed because the only subject they ever talk about is
what they want to achieve. But they are not really closed, it is
just that there is nothing else to say as far as they are
concerned.
Naive
Because they never pause to think about what they are doing they
may seem very naive. They go their own way, childlike and
innocent, not bothered by other people.
Fool Simpleton
In the extreme this may lead to foolish and careless behaviour.
The problem starts when their way of doing things doesnt work
anymore.They don't have the ability to reconsider their plans, so
they carry on regardless, rather irrationally. They often get
pitiful looks, as if they are not quite 100%.
In
In The prefix that is associated with this stage is in. This
often indicates a beginning: to introduce, to initiate, to
induce, to incarnate, impulsive.
Symptoms
They are often very optimistic and jolly people, going through
life quite happily without cares or worries about day to day
problems. In the extreme this could turn into mania. When they
get the feeling that all their actions come to nothing they get
depressed, they become gloomy and give up. They are unable to see
what other options are open to them. The optimistic and
pessimistic moods might alternate in a type of manic-depressive
behaviour.
Signature
There is a constant exchange between Natrum and Kali when
impulses (Stage 1) are conducted along the nerves. We also know
that the presence of Lithium and Rubidium affects this process.
DD
DD Hydrogen: Hydrogen has a special place in the periodic system.
Its theme seems to fit Stage 1 but it also has characteristics
that belong to Stage 10 and Stage 17. One could say that it is
the only element that embraces all stages from beginning to
flowering to decay.
2. Finding a space: Beryllium Magnesium Calcarea Strontium and
Baryta
Observing
They are sensitive to being looked at and quickly feel
criticised. This is the stage where they enter into a
relationship with another person. They are aware that there are
other people around, whereas the people in stage 1 act as if they
were alone. In Stage 2 the people feel as if other people are
constantly looking at them and saying things about them. Each
level, i.e. each series, experiences this feeling of being looked
at in a different way. Beryllium looks at himself as if he is not
himself, Magnesium feels as if he is not worth having a
relationship with, Calcarea feels as if he cannot manage his
task, Strontium feels as if he cannot create any form of art, and
Baryta feels as if he should be king but can't do it. There is
also a difference in who they think is looking at them: Beryllium
is looking at himself, Magnesium feels observed by his family,
Calcarea by neighbours and people from his village, who see him
as being confused, Strontium feels the public looking at him and
Baryta feels the whole world looking at him.
Evaluating
They feel the need to find out the value of things. They compare
their own actions to other peoples to find out whether their own
way of doing things is good or bad. They have to compare
themselves to others because they don't have their own inner
frame of reference yet.
Criticising
There is a danger that the negative side takes over, and that
they only see the negative sides in themselves and others. Or
they feel judged by others in a negative way and they will take
this on as being the truth. They are extremely sensitive to any
comments or forms of criticism. Other people only have to look at
them or think of them and they will take it as a form of
criticism. They easily feel judged, humiliated or hurt.
Unsure Shy Timid
The theme is that of uncertainty. They feel so unsure of
themselves that they don't dare to say or do anything. They are
passive in the sense that they are convinced that there is no
possibility for active participation. They can only undergo the
judgment and reactions of other people. The physical expression
of this passive attitude is often a certain weakness, puffiness
and flaccidity of the body. Their character shows the same weak
and phlegmatic traits. They are modest and like to keep
themselves in the background. They appear docile and easy going,
even weak and cowardly. They daren't develop their potential, so
their talent remains hidden.
Finding a space Joining the community
The root of this problem is their belief that they don't
deserve to have their own space. They feel they don't qualify
for their own space until they have done a good deed to deserve
it. They have to work hard to find their own place. In
relationships it is very important for them to know their own
and their partners boundaries, the beginning and the end of
their own space. They find it difficult to occupy their own
space. They quickly feel left out when they can't make contact
with someone else. Or they feel left out because they daren't
show themselves to the outside world.
Adapting Giving in
Because they don't have their own inner frame of reference they
are inclined to take on other peoples opinions. They adapt their
behaviour to fit in with the general opinions and rules of
others. In this sense they give the impression of being very weak
minded.
Passive Observing
They soon become passive, just letting things all happen around
them. They give their power away and don't even realise that
they probably have just as much to offer as anyone else. Other
people are more outgoing and pretend that they know it all,
whilst they have the feeling that they know nothing and
therefore don't have the right to convey their opinions.
Protecting Covering up
They have the tendency to protect themselves and not to show who
they are. That way they wont get criticised. This reaction
reminds us of the oyster who hides in his shell as soon as there
is a hint of danger. They need protection and their defence is
passive: they hide behind a shield. In our practice we can
recognise this defensive reaction in the body language, the types
of gestures or the general behaviour of a patient. We see the
child hiding behind its mother or behind a chair, the Barytas
show this quite clearly, or they turn their head away from you
and snuggle up to their mother. Later on these gestures become a
bit more subtle, such as holding on to mothers hand, keeping a
hand before their mouth, or crossing their arms in front of their
chest.
Support Hardening
Apart from their need for security we also see that these people
have a great desire for support: either receiving or giving
support. Calcarea is the main component of bones, the most
supportive structure in our body. The need for support may turn
into a gradually increasing rigidity. They build these structures
to give them support in life, but if the structures become too
rigid it can cause a stagnation in their development. The
hardening of the shield prevents any further development, as in
the case of the tortoise who has not changed for millions of
years.
Two
This is the stage where the number two comes in: they have become
conscious of a duality. It is no longer a case of one person
doing something, we now have a second person who is observing
what the first one is doing.
DD
DD Stage 1: there is no reflection in stage one and they don't
feel people looking at them yet.
DD Being looked at: The stages that follow can also have a
feeling of being watched, but there it is no longer the main part
of the whole problem. In those stages the predominant feeling
becomes more focused on what they could or should be doing to get
things right.
Stage 2 has a passive attitude that makes them feel that people
are always looking at them and it doesnt even occur to them that
they could be doing something about it themselves.
DD Doubt, passive, coward: Stage 3, 4 and 5 may also have a
tendency to cowardice, without the courage to persevere.
DD Stage 6 and hiding: Both stages have the theme of hiding. But
there is no real action in Stage 2, they are simply reluctant to
show themselves. In Stage 6 there is definitely a lot of action,
but they don't want to show what they are doing in case they
fail.
Signature
Calcarea and Strontium are elements that can turn into bone and
chalk, hence the word calcifying which implies hardening.
Symptoms
Physical: > lying on abdomen.
3. Comparing: Boron Aluminium Scandium Yttrium and Lanthanum
Investigating Discovering Scanning
This is the stage of investigation. These people start to look
beyond themselves and begin to investigate other possibilities
and ways of doing things. They want to find their own potential
and how they can develop this. They are like the scouts in the
army: they go out to investigate, they scan the area to get an
idea of the general situation, but they don't intend to engage
in any fighting.
Discerning Comparing
They like to compare the different possibilities to see what
suits them best. They learn to discern between different factors
in order to make the right choice. Look at all things and keep
the best.
Trying
They are at the stage where they try all sorts of things. They
want to get a taste of everything to see if they can use it. This
is all very tentative, like sticking a toe in the water to test
the temperature.
Underestimating
They underestimate their own potential, they don't have real
faith in their abilities yet. This causes them to hesitate a
lot. One day they think this is best, and they next they think
that is better. They're always changing their mind. This
seemingly impulsive behaviour stems from an inner urge that they
have to do something.
Doubt Hesitation
Because they feel so weak and inexperienced they soon succumb to
doubt. They would like to try something but they don't dare.
They never have the courage to start something real, they can't
make up their mind what to do. They have to do something
to prove themselves, but they don't know what and how. They
don't feel safe enough to make a real choice.
Changeable Unstable
When they finally do try something they are so nervous that it
often goes wrong. So they will look for something else, another
project, another path. They go from one thing to the next without
ever sticking to one thing and persevering with it. Their own
changeability can make them feel very confused, they get caught
up in their own doubts and wont know what to do anymore.
Discouraged
As soon as something goes wrong they retreat into their shell.
The slightest opposition or misfortune can bring them into a
state of uncertainty and confusion. And then they will give up,
feeling it is better to give up straight away because they wont
succeed anyway. They often feel they are being attacked and they
don't have the courage to stick up for themselves. They are
easily intimidated and discouraged.
Unofficial Uncommitted
If they get stuck in this stage they will never commit themselves
to anything. They cannot make a real commitment because deep down
they feel that they might not be able to do it, so they have to
keep their options open and allow for an escape route. Nothing
official, no ties.
Under
The prefix un or under is often seen in this stage. They are
under age, unofficial, under the mark, too small to participate
in the real thing.
Three
We also see the number three as a significant number in this
stage. The electric charge of the ions in this stage is three.
The act of comparison is only possible when there are three
people present, i.e. the observer and two others. The eternal
triangle is also a theme in this stage. We also see the root in
words such as try, trial and trifle.
DD
DD Stage 2: is more passive, as they feel they are being looked
at but they wont undertake anything to avoid the criticism. In
stage 3 there is some action: the action is one of investigation,
of trying out different possibilities. It is like the difference
between the oyster and the lobster. The oyster remains in his
shell, whilst the lobster investigates his environment, only to
retreat inside his shell again at the slightest hint of danger.
DD: Stage 5 also has many doubts, but their main concern is
whether they will carry on with their project or not. However,
they have already chosen their particular project. People in
stage 3 don't even know what they want yet. It is the
difference between alternating and changing.
4. Establishing: Titanium Zirconium Hafnium
Establishing
In this stage they are really starting something. It is the stage
of the establishment of a certain project, a certain task. They
are just about to cross the threshold, to open the door, to cross
the bridge. They have made the decision to have a go at
something. The terms associated with this stage are grounding,
empowering, founding, forging, establishing.
Official Foundation
The official start of the project is made known to the public,
like an official statement. It is the stage where the enterprise
receives public and official acknowledgement. People enter the
organisation. In the olden days it would be the stage of an
initiation. Characteristic of this stage is that things often go
wrong the moment someone has officially started his chosen task
or project. They can become very unsure of themselves, get
panicky or have a nervous breakdown just before the start of the
job, or the wedding, or the journey etc.
AmazingWhen they have finally started a project they are amazed that it
is actually happening, and that there is nobody who is stopping
them or saying that they must do it differently. And they are
even doing it right! It is much easier than they thought. They
might not be able to see all the implications yet, but at least
its working. They are really surprised: is this all there is to
it? But the future is still veiled in a kind of mist.
Uncertain Indecisive
But what will they find at the other side? Should they go on?
Isn't it a bit too dangerous to enter into foreign territory?
They start to get unsure, thinking they wont be able to handle
it. They can't foresee what is going to happen and how it will
look in the future. There might be some problems just around the
corner that will prove to be too much. They can make mountains
out of molehills until they are sure that they wont be able
to cope. That makes them very indecisive. They know what they
want but they don't dare to go there all by themselves. They
can't rely on their talents because they don't know them well
enough; they have never been put to the test yet.
Half
This dilemma may keep them stuck in the initial stage of a
project. They don't really abandon it, but they don't
persevere either. They are always stuck in the beginning of
something, always on the point of choosing. They only do things
by halves, they don't go the whole way. We could imagine the
situation of someone getting into a boa: one foot is already on
board and the other foot is still on land. He wants to start
his journey, but he is torn in two. He has to make a choice.
You can't have your cake and eat it.
Expressions
Dreams: threshold, porch, bridge, key.
Causes: starting a job, marriage, journey.
Complaints
Abductors, inguinal ligaments.
DD
DD Stage 3: has not started anything officially yet, he is still
looking around without obligation. In stage 4 a definite choice
has been made, there is a real commitment.
DD Stage 2: is also unsure of himself but he hasn't made a
choice yet. He hasn't even got the notion that he could do
something about this whole situation himself.
5. Preparing: Vanadium Niobium Tantalum
Preparations
They have a great desire to prepare things thoroughly. This
thorough preparation is necessary so that they get an insight
into all possible future developments. That way they can have an
answer ready for any future situation that
may arise.
Front guard
They are the front runners, the ones who show what is to come.
They are the ones that get the ball to the front so it can be
kicked into the goal.
Proposal Doubt
They make all the plans and put forward all the proposals. They
have made a start but they doubt whether they are really capable
enough. They have only just started. Isn't it all a bit too much
for them, are they really up to it? Will they make it? They
really want to succeed. They try to get the knack of the game but
they often fail at this stage. This is natural because of their
lack of experience.
There is still some doubt about their own abilities and it makes
them a bit indecisive. They often wonder: What on earth have I
started? They consider all sorts of options but don't really have
much faith in any of them. So they remain skeptical and
suspicious towards any plans or suggestions. They lack confidence
in themselves or their environment.
Temporary Postponing
They are forever preparing without coming to any definite
decisions. Their plans are always temporary, they are never good
enough, there is always something that needs to be improved. They
postpone their plans and the delay often leads to cancellation.
They hum and ha and even when they do start something the chances
are that they will quit somewhere along the line.
Avoiding
They prefer to avoid the real confrontation, because they have
too many doubts about their abilities. They have never put their
talents to the test and their hesitation prevents them from ever
putting them to the test. They never get further than a trial
run.
Unrealistic
They tend to ask far too much of themselves. Their expectations
are impossible to to live up to, even for an experienced person.
With these kinds of expectations the project is doomed to fail
even before it starts. They know this deep inside and that is why
they see their task as a great mountain looming up in front of
them. They are not being realistic about their own talents or
about the situation itself. The task is either too ambitious for
their limited capabilities, or they have overestimated their
talent. It is very difficult for them to make a down to earth
start and then see how far they get.
Alternating
Their attitude alternates between two extremes: one moment they
want to make a start and the next moment they want to give up.
The balance goes up and down like a yoyo.
Tantalising
They feel very tortured by their inability to decide. They feel
as if they will never make it, as if they will always fail.
Pre
The prefix belonging to this stage is pre as in preparations,
everything that precedes the real action.
DD
DD Stage 4: has also made a start with his plans, but he hasn't
thought it through yet. They start their task without much
preparation.
DD Stage 3: has doubts, but they are doubts about what he will
do; they are also changeable but they will change all over the
place, changing their plans to something completely different.
Stage 5 has strong doubts whether he will or wont undertake his
chosen task. The changeability is more an alternating state of
mind between doing it or not doing it, an alternation between two
poles.
6. Proving: Chromium Molybdenum Tungsten
Their attitude alternates between two extremes: one moment they
want to make a start and the next moment they want to give up.
The balance goes up and down like a yoyo.
Tantalising
They feel very tortured by their inability to decide. They feel
as if they will never make it, as if they will always fail.
Pre
The prefix belonging to this stage is pre as in preparations,
everything that precedes the real action.
DD
DD Stage 4: has also made a start with his plans, but he hasn't
thought it through yet. They start their task without much
preparation.
DD Stage 3: has doubts, but they are doubts about what he will
do; they are also changeable but they will change all over the
place, changing their plans to something completely different.
Stage 5 has strong doubts whether he will or wont undertake his
chosen task. The changeability is more an alternating state of
mind between doing it or not doing it, an alternation between two
poles.
6. Proving: Chromium Molybdenum Tungsten
Their attitude alternates between two extremes: one moment they
want to make a start and the next moment they want to give up.
The balance goes up and down like a yoyo.
Tantalising
They feel very tortured by their inability to decide. They feel
as if they will never make it, as if they will always fail.
Pre
The prefix belonging to this stage is pre as in preparations,
everything that precedes the real action.
DD
DD Stage 4: has also made a start with his plans, but he hasn't
thought it through yet. They start their task without much
preparation.
DD Stage 3: has doubts, but they are doubts about what he will
do; they are also changeable but they will change all over the
place, changing their plans to something completely different.
Stage 5 has strong doubts whether he will or wont undertake his
chosen task. The changeability is more an alternating state of
mind between doing it or not doing it, an alternation between two
poles.
6. Proving: Chromium Molybdenum Tungsten
Their attitude alternates between two extremes: one moment they
want to make a start and the next moment they want to give up.
The balance goes up and down like a yoyo.
Tantalising
They feel very tortured by their inability to decide. They feel
as if they will never make it, as if they will always fail.
Pre
The prefix belonging to this stage is pre as in preparations,
everything that precedes the real action.
DD
DD Stage 4: has also made a start with his plans, but he hasn't
thought it through yet. They start their task without much
preparation.
DD Stage 3: has doubts, but they are doubts about what he will
do; they are also changeable but they will change all over the
place, changing their plans to something completely different.
Stage 5 has strong doubts whether he will or wont undertake his
chosen task. The changeability is more an alternating state of
mind between doing it or not doing it, an alternation between two
poles.
6. Proving: Chromium Molybdenum Tungsten
Their attitude alternates between two extremes: one moment they
want to make a start and the next moment they want to give up.
The balance goes up and down like a yoyo.
Tantalising
They feel very tortured by their inability to decide. They feel
as if they will never make it, as if they will always fail.
Pre
The prefix belonging to this stage is pre as in preparations,
everything that precedes the real action.
DD
DD Stage 4: has also made a start with his plans, but he hasn't
thought it through yet. They start their task without much
preparation.
DD Stage 3: has doubts, but they are doubts about what he will
do; they are also changeable but they will change all over the
place, changing their plans to something completely different.
Stage 5 has strong doubts whether he will or wont undertake his
chosen task. The changeability is more an alternating state of
mind between doing it or not doing it, an alternation between two
poles.
6. Proving: Chromium Molybdenum TungstenTheir attitude alternates between two extremes: one moment they
want to make a start and the next moment they want to give up.
The balance goes up and down like a yoyo.
Tantalising
They feel very tortured by their inability to decide. They feel
as if they will never make it, as if they will always fail.
Pre
The prefix belonging to this stage is pre as in preparations,
everything that precedes the real action.
DD
DD Stage 4: has also made a start with his plans, but he hasn't
thought it through yet. They start their task without much
preparation.
DD Stage 3: has doubts, but they are doubts about what he will
do; they are also changeable but they will change all over the
place, changing their plans to something completely different.
Stage 5 has strong doubts whether he will or wont undertake his
chosen task. The changeability is more an alternating state of
mind between doing it or not doing it, an alternation between two
poles.
6. Proving: Chromium Molybdenum Tungsten

Challenge
They finally take up the challenge. No more hesitation, they want
to take the bull by the horns. They love challenges and even go
looking for them.
Daring
They are daredevils. They will put everything at risk if need be,
but they would rather accept a challenge and fail than run away
from it. So they will go for it and see what happens.
Proving
They have a great need to prove themselves, to show what they can
do. If someone challenges them they feel an even greater urge to
do it. They have to convince themselves and others that they can
do it.
Initiation
This is the theme of the initiation, the firewalk. It is not just
a trial exercise but the real thing. They are being thrown into
the deep end and it is up to them to prove that they can swim.
Inevitable
They do suffer from anticipatory fears. They are afraid that the
task is too much for them. There is a part of them that would
like to give up but they know that such an attitude wont get them
anywhere. They simply have to start their project, it is
inevitable. And they would rather go for this adventure and take
the risk than stay behind and do nothing. They like challenges
and adventures.
Force
They are rather afraid of this initiation and would really like
to to avoid the whole thing. But they know that there is no way
out, they have to go through it. They have to force themselves to
do it in order to overcome their fears. They either force
themselves, authorising themselves to undertake the task, they
manoeuvre themselves into such a position that it looks as if
others are forcing them to do it.
Hiding
Because they haven't proved what they are capable of doing
yet, they don't like to show themselves in public. They first
want to know for themselves that they can do it, before they
will show it to others. They don't want to talk about it,
until they have passed their test. On the other hand they like
some witnesses to be there to confirm that they have indeed
passed the test.
DD
DD Stage 5: is more inclined to get stuck in preparations and
delaying tactics. In stage 6 it is no longer possible to delay
things, the project has to be started.
DD Stage 2 (hiding).
7. Practising: Manganum Technetium Rhenium
Extending
The theme is extending the knowledge that has been gained so far.
The first hurdles have been taken, they know they can do it in
principle. But there is still a lot to be done in the way of
further development and further refinements. They like to extend
their knowledge and their skills.
Training Extra skills
In order to perform well they have to carry on their training,
there is still a lot to be learned.
Doubt
This stage also suffers from doubt, although less strongly than
in Stage 3 and 5. The doubt is not so much about what they should
do or whether they should do anything at all, it is more about
how they should tackle a particular task.
Learning
They enjoy learning new skills. They also like training other
people, teaching them new methods of doing things or new ways of
thinking. They are good teachers because they have a lot of
patience. They have created the space to develop extra skills and
they like to share these with others. Their criticism is never
harsh, it is only meant to show others a better way of doing
things.
Feedback
In order to refine and develop their knowledge they like to have
feedback. They like to have a teacher or guru who tells them
whether they are doing it right or not. They are very keen on
refining their methods of work and developing their potential.
They don't mind criticism, as long as they can learn from it.
But they hate negative criticism, as to them that is pointless.
Compliments
And of course they love positive feedback. They like to hear that
they have succeeded in learning something new. They like to
receive compliments, but even when you point out some mistakes to
them they are glad that you did, because from that they can learn
something too.
Cooperation
The theme of training and developing skills makes them eager to
cooperate with others, either with a teacher or with other people
who are in training. They like to do things together so everyone
can learn from each other and support each other in their
development.
Co
The prefix co or con is found in this stage: cooperation,
compliments, consulting, consolidation, confirmation.
DD
DD Stage 6: still has to prove that they can do it, but they are
much more unsure of themselves. Stage 7 has the feeling that they
can definitely do their task; all they need is some more training
and some extra skills.
8. Perseverance: Ferrum Ruthenium Osmium
Perseverance
The theme here is perseverance: to brace yourself and carry on
with your plans. Their life consists of getting on with it. And
they will get there as long as they stick to their plans.
Endurance
They feel that it is a tremendous effort to carry on. They have
to move that mountain of work. Fortunately they are very capable
people with great powers of endurance.
Forceful
They have a tendency to force themselves and others. They don't
have time for all the niceties, there is work to be done. Once
they have got it into their head that their plans should have
priority they tend to get very pushy and obstreperous.
Heavy Pressure
The task is big and the pressure weighs heavily on them. But they
are up to it, they know how to handle such a work load.
Opposition
They hate opposition. Their task is heavy enough as it is without
being opposed or contradicted by others. They confront any
difficulties with openness and courage. They are full of
confidence, they have done their homework and they are not afraid
of confrontation. They know what they want and are prepared to
persevere with it. They don't shy away from a fight, in fact
they welcome it if necessary.
They might feel that circumstances are against them. The day to
day happenings in house and family are often felt as added
burdens instead of welcome breaks. They feel that they have to
devote themselves completely to their task in hand. Anything else
in life is only a distraction.
Calculating Planning
They are usually very good at summing up a situation. They work
out what they have to do to realise their plans. Their
calculations are precise and they see clearly what is important
and what is not. They have to plan this way in order to get
they have got it into their head that their plans should have
priority they tend to get very pushy and obstreperous.
Heavy Pressure
The task is big and the pressure weighs heavily on them. But they
are up to it, they know how to handle such a work load.
Opposition
They hate opposition. Their task is heavy enough as it is without
being opposed or contradicted by others. They confront any
difficulties with openness and courage. They are full of
confidence, they have done their homework and they are not afraid
of confrontation. They know what they want and are prepared to
persevere with it. They don't shy away from a fight, in fact
they welcome it if necessary.
They might feel that circumstances are against them. The day to
day happenings in house and family are often felt as added
burdens instead of welcome breaks. They feel that they have to
devote themselves completely to their task in hand. Anything else
in life is only a distraction.
Calculating Planning
They are usually very good at summing up a situation. They work
out what they have to do to realise their plans. Their
calculations are precise and they see clearly what is important
and what is not. They have to plan this way in order to get
through the enormous amount of work. They may even become
politicians to achieve their goals.
Concentration
They are very concentrated on their work, totally absorbed by it,
as if that is their only fulfilment in life.
Through On Per
They carry on, they break through opposition, persevere through
adversity, persistence, pertinacy, they go on, work on, plough
on, fight on etc.
Signature
The metals of Stage 8 are the most pressure resistant of all the
metals in each individual series, Osmium having the highest
resistance of them all. These metals hardly give way under
pressure, which is linked to the fact that they are very dense
and heavy. Osmium is the heaviest metal, the most compact.
DD
DD Stage 7: still has room for improvement and learning. In Stage
8 there is no more time for learning, there is too much work to
be done.
DD Courage: This stage is the most courageous of them all: they
can brave any danger. We could call them the
Heroes. But we also find courage in Stages 6 to 13.
9. Success is in sight: Cobaltum Rhodium Iridium
The final sprint
They are getting ready for the final test, it is the last run up
to reach the summit. The crown is within reach now.
Harvest
The time of harvest has come. Success is in sight. The outside
world can see this too. Years of preparations and hard work are
about to be rewarded.
Final presentation
They are ready to present themselves to receive the award. They
look forward to being the centre of attention in their success.
They know the time has come because they have the capabilities
and the experience to round this off successfully.
Finishing touches
All they have to do now is to add some finishing touches to their
project, the final details to round it off. They have learned
everything there was to learn, done everything that needed to be
done, the only thing they haven't got yet is recognition. And
they need recognition of the fact that they have succeeded. They
need a signature under the contract, a diploma to say they have
passed the exam.
Test
They would like to put it to the test once more, to see if their
are any minor faults that need to be corrected. It is like a
final rehearsal or the proof reading of a book.
Blunder
But there is still a nagging doubt whether they will succeed.
Will it all go well or will there be some unforeseen
circumstances that might result in failure? In spite of the fact
that completion is now a mere formality, they are still afraid
that something will go wrong, that they might commit a terrible
blunder, that all the work of all those years will have been for
nothing.
Not quite
If they get stuck in this phase they never quite reach the
summit. They nearly make it and right at the end there is always
something that goes wrong. So they always just miss the
completion, the crowning. This can cause them to feel hurried, as
if they quickly have to get through this last bit, then at least
nothing can go wrong anymore. They are always second, never
quite win the first prize. They frequently use the word really,
as if they really deserve to get something, but never quite get
there.
Calling it off
Because of their fear of committing some blunder, they are
inclined to call the whole thing off at the last moment. They go
through every single stage of setting things up and practising it
and perfecting it and at the very end they call it off. After the
final rehearsal they cancel the official opening of the show, a
day before the wedding they call it off, an hour before their
exams they decide not to turn up, just before the opening of
their new business they decide not to go ahead with it.
Up
The mood of this stage is upwards, the last little push up to the
top: climbing up, working up to, leading up to, hurrying up,
doing up, polishing up.
DD
DD Stage 8: has the feeling that they still have to get through
an awful lot of work. In Stage 9 it is only a matter of adding
the finishing touches.
10. Lord and master: Graphites Silica Niccolum Palladium Platina
Stage 10 could be seen as the middle of the cycle. As a centre
point it is also the mirror for the stages, where Stage 1 and 17
are mirror images of each other, so are Stage 2 and 16 etc.
Summit Centre
This is the summit of the cycle, where everything has come to
fruition. They have made it, they have achieved what they wanted
to, they have reached the top in their career, they are the
first, the best.
They are the centre of attention in all that happens. They like
to be centred and they make sure that everything remains centred
around the main theme. They are fully concentrated on their task.
Success Glitter
Their success makes them shine and glitter. They have won, they
have become first. They can be very exuberant in their happiness,
almost ecstatic.
Sure
They have made it and there is no doubt about their position now.
They are secure in the knowledge that they have overcome all
odds, and that nobody can take this away from them. The situation
is quite clear, not a cloud on the horizon.
Independent Noble
They are very independent, lord and master in their own
territory. They know what they want and what they stand for. They
depend only on their own judgment. They are not easily caught off
balance, not easily touched. They are noble in their behaviour,
they carry out their task with dignity, unperturbed by other
people.
Self confident Haughty
They are full of self confidence, they can even be quite
domineering, wanting to force their will on others. They feel far
above the ordinary people because they stand at the top. In the
extreme this may lead to haughtiness.
Balance
Balance is their strong point: they like to balance all the
components. They like all the members of a group or a project to
work in balance, to form a stable core. They like to achieve
stability, they make sure that everything is arranged firmly and
securely. They stand firmly on the ground and give their opinion
fair and square. They are at the top of the cycle, they are the
point of balance between the beginning and the end of a cycle. In
this respect they are a mirror to the stages on either side. But
the pivoting point also has another quality i.e. instability.
Being at the top they could easily flip over to one side or the
other. All sorts of minor issues can then bring them out of
balance.
Fixed Rigid
Becoming too fixed in their ideas is the main danger at this
stage. They have a great sense of their own worth, they think
they have made it in life and this may prevent them from going
along with the changes of time. Their success may become their
downfall because they tend to become fixed in their situation and
cease to wonder whether any adaptions or renewals might be
appropriate. They stay fixed in their opinion and like to stay
fixed in their position, unyielding and rigid. This particular
aspect of stage 10 is also emphasised by Sankaran in his book.
Self
The word self is self evident in this stage: self confidence,
self importance, self satisfied.
Signature
The metals in this Stage are the most precious. Ruthenium,
Rhodium, Palladium, Argentum, Osmium, Iridium, Platina, Aurum and
Mercurius are usually all called precious metals. They don't
react with other chemicals very easily and they appear in
nature in their pure form. These metals shine and glitter.
Diamonds also glitter, so does quartz.
All elements in this stage are hard and unyielding. Diamond,
which is a form of Carbon, is the hardest material on earth.
Platina is very difficult to bend too. The electric charge of the
ions of these metals is +4, which can be seen as the reason for
their stability. When they form a bond with other elements they
share their electrons in equal proportions. Chains are also
easily formed.
DD
DD Stage 9: is still uncertain whether everything will turn out
all right. In Stage 10 success is assured, they don't have to
do anything for it to happen, they just have to be there.
DD Self-confidence: Stage 10 is the most self confident, there is
no doubt about their abilities. We see this, to a lesser degree,
in all precious metals, in stages 8,9,11,12 and 13.
11. Preserving: Cuprum Argentum Aurum
Holding on
The theme is holding on to that which has been achieved. They
have a great sense of responsibility, more than the other metals.
They tend to be rather conservative and rigid in their control,
they don't discuss matters, they simply want to keep things
as they are. They want to hold on to the things they have
achieved, and they also like to hold on to the methods by which
they have been achieved.
Maintaining
It is quite an effort for them to maintain their position. It is
as if they have taken over their position from someone else, as
if they haven't achieved it by themselves, but it is up to them
to keep it going.
Preserving
They try to preserve what is there, to hold on to the stock that
has been built up over the years. Or they might feel that it is
up to them to stock up, like the Pharaohs in Egypt who had to
stock up in the 7 years of abundance to provide for the 7 years
of poverty.
Protecting
They try to protect their own achievements, but they also feel
protective towards other people. Here we see their strong sense
of responsibility coming out.
Possessions Wealth
Because they have built up their possessions over the years they
tend to be quite wealthy. This state of wealth creates a feeling
of stability and peace.
Enjoyment Privileged
They are able really to enjoy what they have achieved. They look
back with satisfaction over the years of success. They know how
to enjoy their success and to appreciate the good things it has
brought them.
Expansion
They can also have the feeling that they have to expand their
success, not so much in the sense of making it even bigger, but
more in the sense of making everything a part of it. They like
others to be a part of it, they like to share their wealth. They
don't suffer from feelings of suspicion or animosity towards
others.
There is no particular prefix for this stage. The general sense
is: ruling, guarding, maintaining, keeping, protecting.
Signature: electricity and heat conductors
The elements that belong to this stage are the best conductors of
both electricity and heat. Electricity and heat quickly spread
throughout these metals. Copper, gold and silver have always been
used as a means of payment: they are metals that keep their
value.
DD
DD Stage 10: has a feeling that everything is all right as it is.
No effort is needed to hold on to the situation, everything
happens by itself. But stage 11 has the feeling that they have to
exert themselves to maintain the present situation.
DD Nitrogen and Phosphorus: In Nitrogen and Phosphorus we see a
mixture of the feelings of Stage 11 through to 15. They also have
the theme of expansion. But they are most similar to Stage 15.
12. Division: Zincum Cadmium Mercurius
Overshooting the mark
These people also like to maintain what they have achieved, but
they go too far in trying to hold on to it. They have all sorts
of plans to keep things as they are and there is no stopping
them. They are very conservative in their outlook and as long as
everything is going according to the old plans and routines they
feel fine. They will immediately vote against change of any form
or description. They don't really listen to others, and if they
do it is only to pick up ideas that they can later use in their
own schemes. It is like a farmer who has noticed that manure is
good for his crops, so he thinks more manure will be even better
and lots and lots of manure will undoubtedly be the best.
Exaggerating
They have a tendency to exaggerate. They are so caught up in
their own visions that they are unable to see anybody else's view
of the situation. So they tend to dramatise and get things
totally out of proportion. They dream that the brakes of their
vehicle are failing, an expression of the sense that they
can't stop.
Repetition
They like to repeat successful actions of the past. If things
worked in the past they will no doubt work in the future too.
They fail to look deeper into the present situation to see if
there have been any changes that require a different approach.
They copy their actions of the past without thinking.
Pollution
This endless repetition can lead to a pollution of the
environment. The copies keep piling up, they have become useless.
Or they get used and discarded in an endless cycle of fruitless
activity, where nobody bothers to look into the value of the
whole process, its cheap and easy, so just carry on.
Decline Decay Division
This is the stage where decay is just around the corner. People
are picking holes in their achievements, the business threatens
to fall apart. They do what they can to save the situation, but
there is no getting away from the fact that everything is
disintegrating all around them.
Enemies
They are beginning to meet opposition from other people who like
to do things differently. Their power is being threatened. They
will give the impression that they are allowing others to have
their say. But in reality this is no more than a false promise,
because they keep on making the final decisions themselves, they
don't give their power away at all. This is the stage
of suspicion: everybody could be their enemy. They try and
prevent this threat by sowing dissonance amongst their
competitors: Divide and Rule. Manipulation, bribery and
corruption are the only methods left to keep some sort of
control over matters.
Re
The prefix of this stage is re-: they try to recapture, restore,
repeat, remake, rebuild, recall.
Signature
The metals that belong to this stage are the most poisonous and
the most polluting (Stage 12) of all the metals.
DD
DD: Stage 11 doesnt really feel there is any threat from outside
world, he only has to take care of what he has built up. Stage 12
is the time where the outside world starts to pose a threat to
his achievements. He is being attacked from all sides.
13. Withdrawal: Gallium Indium Thallium
Staying behind
They are lagging behind in the recent developments. They can't
and wont keep up anymore. It is all going too fast. They would
rather stay where they are and see what happens, they don't
feel like being involved anymore.
Out grown
They have grown out of the whole thing. The project has gone on,
new developments have taken place and they can't keep up
anymore. They tried to keep pace with it but had to admit they
couldn't. They may even have been a bit too arrogant. It all
went so well in the past that their success ran away with them
and suddenly it all came crashing down again.
Nostalgia
There is a feeling of nostalgia for the good old days, when
everything was still going well, when they still had talent and
they could manage everything.
Out of date Stubborn
By now their methods are out of date. They were appropriate once,
but the new situation needs different skills. But they refuse to
admit this; if it worked before, why shouldn't it work now?
They have a one track mind and keep repeating the same old
methods, like a gramophone record whose needle has got stuck.
They are treading the same worn out, hollow path, the path
has etched itself deep into the ground, the walls on either
side obstruct their vision, so they can't see anything new and
they can't get out either.
So they are stubborn, thinking they know better than all those
new people with their fancy ideas. They are the ones who have
tried and tested their own methods so they know what is best.
There is no point in discussing the matter. They may be persuaded
to voice their opinions but they really feel this is wasted on
others. And they have already looked at other peoples ideas and
discarded them as being a waste of time, so why bother going over
them again and again? They may occasionally pretend to listen to
others, just out of kindness, but deep inside they consider it a
useless exercise.
Falling behind
Slowly but surely they fall behind, they can't keep up
and everything falls apart. They are like a house that has not
been kept up properly, the paint is starting to peel off, the
drains are leaking and some of its windows are broken.
Withholding
They refuse to let go of the reins. They are afraid of losing
control so they stick to their old fashioned point of view with
dogged determination. They withhold vital information in order to
stay in control.
Suspicion
They become extremely suspicious and don't trust anybody.
They know everything better and they'll do everything on their
own. They daren't delegate tasks, so they soon get overworked,
which means that they are forced to do less.
Loss of faith
Eventually they lose faith in their abilities. They are inclined
to look for something or someone else to blame first. But in the
later stages they also lose faith in themselves.
Withdrawal Giving up
When everybody else's opinion is different from their own they
like to withdraw. They are convinced that the others will sooner
or later come round to their point of view, but they are
obviously not ready yet. Withdrawing to their own island of self
opinionated safety, they feel there is no point in entering a
discussion. It is a tactical move of withdrawal.
Behind
The word behind is often applicable to describe this stage: they
lag behind, behind the times, behind in their views, behind in
their work, behind in upkeep etc.
DD
DD Stage 12: still has the feeling they should keep things
intact, in spite of the threats from the outside world. In stage
13 the feeling of powerlessness starts to prevail. They can't
maintain their position and have to withdraw to a smaller
territory.
DD: this group is often compared to Boron or Aluminium with
regard to their chemical properties. There are many parallells.
But in a discussion of the stages a comparison with Nitrogen and
Phosphorus is more appropriate, because they are past the top at
this stage.
14. Formal: Germanium Stannum Plumbum
Empty Weak Drained
Everything is coming to an end now. They have lost control and
can't do much more. This makes them weak and feeble, makes
them feel empty, as if all life has drained away.
Eliminated Discarded
They feel as if they are being discarded, they are being put out
of action, placed on a side track. They are no more than
onlookers at this stage, still there for the show, but their real
role has come to an end. They are being eliminated under the
guise of a gradual phasing out process.
Diverting
While they are being put on a side track by other people, they in
turn are also very good at diverting important matters to another
side track. They are masters in changing the subject and passing
the buck when things get a bit too close. In a positive sense
this can be seen as the ability to keep the pressure off, to even
things out so they don't get out of control. This is the
dropshot technique: they catch a ball and play it back in such a
way that all the speed has been taken out of it, it drops down
dead, all energy has been absorbed. This is the talent of the
people in stage 14. The weakness of the wrists of Plumbum is
very symbolic.
Irresponsible
The are inclined to hand their responsibility over to other
people or to the apparatus. They hide behind norms and rules and
don't like to be reminded of their responsibilities. All power
has been taken away from them, so how can they be responsible?
Indifferent
Their attitude can appear very indifferent. They are not
interested, they are bored, can even seem blasi. Only the outer
shell is left, they are not really involved. They can even be
careless in their behaviour. It is like the last days of the
Roman empire: a time of disillusionment and decadence. Apres moi
le deluge, who cares what comes after me (Stage 15).
Formal Distant
They become very formal and distant. The outer form becomes more
important than what is inside. They will attach great importance
to etiquette, protocol, ceremonies and standard procedures, even
when they have no function anymore. They are conventional people,
conforming to the rules. They like everything to be in order, to
have its proper place.
Covering up
Then they start to cover up all their actions. Nobody is allowed
to see what they are doing in case they are being made
responsible.
Mask
Eventually we only see the outside, a facade, a mask. This mask
makes them stiff, reserved, stoic. All you see is an empty shell:
the inside has gone. They feel like a puppet, they no longer have
the power to manage their task, but they pretend that nothing is
wrong. They carry on as if everything is fine, but it is only an
act. Everyone knows that it is only an act, that the real thing
has gone, but they simply let it be.
Dis
There are several words with the prefix dis that portray the mood
of this stage: distracted, discarded, distanced, displaced,
dismembered, discredited, disinterested.
DD
DD Stage 13: still has some feeling of control, albeit on a
smaller scale. In stage 14 there is only the semblance of power
left, it is an empty shell.
DD conservative: Stage 11, 12, 13 and 14 are all very
conservative.
DD Stage 10, Carbon and Silica: This stage is often compared with
Carbon and Silica with regard to its chemical properties. We can
see why, as they both have a certain desire for stability, they
like to keep the situation as it is. The ions of this group can
also have a charge of 4, like Carbon and Silica. But this stage
is essentially different. Carbon and Silica really are at the
top, whilst Stage 14 only appears to be at the top. In reality
they are very close to their downfall.
15. Loss: Nitrogen Phosphorus Arsenicum Antimonium Bismuth
Past Loss
The power has gone and they no longer keep up the facade either.
Everybody knows it is all over. They lose everything they have
built up, they feel a complete failure and they are very hurt.
They feel desperate because they have to quit.
They feel everybody is letting them down: people they thought
they could trust suddenly don't support them any longer. It is
as if they have to face everything alone, like somebody who
is facing a terrible loss, who feels that the whole world is
against him, that nobody is there to support him.
Bankrupt
The business is handed over to someone else. The last bits and
pieces are being collected to be used by the new owners. It is
like a bankruptcy: the stocks are counted and everything is put
up for auction. The business has collapsed, the debt collector is
knocking on the door.
Death
This sense of loss is expressed in their dreams and delusions.
They have a great fear of death and they think about it a lot.
Superfluous
The situation is such that they have become superfluous. Their
skills are no longer needed. Or they have such an abundance that
others can't digest it. This can result in overeating, or
being overly concerned for others. Everything is exaggerated.
Surrender
In this stage acceptance is the only possibility, even if this
means loss. Their talent is being able to surrender to the
circumstances.
Handing over Sacrificing
They have to hand over everything they have built up over the
years. Their challenge is to do this whenever necessary. They are
good at sacrificing, they will give a lot to others, sometimes a
bit too much. They might give so much that they become a martyr.
The tactics of sacrificing are also characteristic of this stage,
offering something small in order to receive something big.
Forgiving
Another theme is forgiveness. They have to learn to forgive the
other person, even if they have lost everything to the other. If
they succeed in doing this they have overcome a great challenge.
Forgive and forget. If they can't they will get bitter,
harbouring a grudge against all those dreadful people who did
such dreadful things to them.
Poison
Yet another theme is poison. They have the feeling that people
are trying to get rid of them by stealthy means, for instance by
trying to poison them. This makes them very suspicious: they are
always on their guard, you never know, a friend can soon turn
into an enemy.
Unforeseen
Any moment something could happen. Any moment their project, or
their life, may come to an end. You never know when it will
happen, the end always comes suddenly. They feel as if they are
powerless to prevent it, as if it will just happen to them.
Refusing Contrary
In the first instance they'll refuse to believe that things
have really come to an end. They'll do everything they can to
obstruct the final dismantling. They refuse to cooperate and
obstruct the lawyers instructions. They may do the most
desperate things in their attempts to delay the end.
Symptoms
Fears: Alone, death, disease.
Dreams: Failure, disasters, accidents, annihilation,
disfigurement, mutilation, poison, death and dying.
Stomach: Pain, vomiting < poisoning.
DD
DD: Stage 14 still keeps up the appearance that everything is
fine. In stage 15 it really is all over.
DD decay: This stage shows the decay, the ruination and the loss
most clearly. Characteristic words are; Collapse, falling,
failing, breaking, losing, sinking, ending. Stage 12 through to
17 all have to do with decline and decay.
16. Remembering: Oxygen Sulphur Selenium Tellurium Polonium
Lost
They have lost everything, it has all been taken away from them.
There is nothing left of the old days of glory. Everything is
gone, lost, spilt, used up, ruined, all that is left are some
crumpled and yellowed relics from a distant past.
Rags and tatters.
The situation is one of decomposition. The harmony has gone. The
beauty of the golden age is lost and all that is left are some
tattered remains. The building is in ruins, there are holes in
the walls, the curtains are torn to shreds and the colours have
faded. These people may have a strong dislike of ugliness, of
anything that is past its best, of things that are rotting and
smelling of decay.
Expectations
They still live in hope that the old situation might come back.
They expect that other people will notice their needs. They are
quite open in their shortcomings and areas of need, expecting
that others will be touched and feel moved to provide for them.
They count on the sympathy and compassion of others to feel sorry
for the underdog. They don't openly ask for help or take what
they need, relying instead on charity and compassion. They will
only ask directly if it becomes obvious that other people don't
realise their need. Then they may even start to beg quite openly.
They only occasionally deem it necessary to have direct contact
with other people, but they can be very indignant when others
don't realise their needs.
Luring Tempting
They try to lure people into helping them, to give them those
things which they were accustomed to, and whether this is based
on reality or on pure fantasy is immaterial. They often have the
feeling they that they don't have any rights, that they are
merely being tolerated. They are a bit like an over ripe plum.
It still looks delicious and you are tempted to have a bite, but
as soon as you do you realise that it is rotten inside.
Deeper
Now that the case is more or less lost, they try to dive into the
whole thing on a deeper level. They are unable to exert any
direct influence, so they escape into a philosophical review of
everything that has been happening. Or they may try to look at
what is left at a deeper level.
Remembering
All that is left are memories. But at least you can play with
those images and thoughts. So they make up endless stories about
the things they used to do. They tend to live in the past, they
long to relive those days of glory. But it would be better to
forgive and forget.
Fantasy Make belief
Memories are wonderful things because they are so flexible.
Anything that wasn't really all that nice can be reshaped
into something much better. Theorizing and fantasising are
very characteristic at this stage. Anything that has
disappeared in real life can be brought to life again in the
telling of the story. So they talk a lot about the past, about
all the things they lost because of other peoples faults.
These stories often become castles in the air, you can't
separate truth from fantasy anymore. It is their way of
boosting their self-worth a little bit, because there is
precious little left of it in real life.Reconciliation
In order to move on in their growth process they will have to
learn the art of reconciliation. Then they will be able to handle
any situation and be at peace with the way things are.
Living on past resources
They live on the relics of the past. They are good at looking
back and reliving all the things they have done. They like
parties because it makes them forget how things are now. They
look for diversions through love, music, dance and alcohol.
Having a good time is all that matters now.
Lazy Neglect
Because everything is lost anyway they don't have to bother
about making an effort. It is all over and there is nothing to do
now. They can become indifferent and lazy. Why should they
bother? It is no use putting energy into a lost cause. They are
bored and looking for distractions.
DD
DD Stage 15: is in the process of losing everything. In Stage 16
everything has been lost already and there is nothing left but
memories.
DD Stage 12: is also in decline, but it is more the first sign of
what is to come, a little crumbling at the edges.
In Stage 16 the rot is everywhere, neglect, rot, decay.
17. The End Letting go: Fluorine Chlorum Bromium Iodum Astatinum
Final End
We have come to the station at the end of the line. Theres
nothing more to be done, it doesnt matter anymore, whatever you
do, it wont make any difference.
Letting go
Letting go is the key phrase of this stage. Even the thought of
holding on to the past is a temptation that isn't
really appropriate anymore. But they like to hold on because they
daren't let go. This is exactly what they have to learn.
Even the thoughts of what they once had (stage 16) should now be
released. Letting go is often accompanied by feelings
of pain, disappointment, sadness and guilt. But as soon as
they realise that letting go is really the best they can do
for themselves, they will have moved a big step forwards. This
is the strength of stage 17. As long as they keep fighting it
they will suffer more pain and sadness.
Holding on
The opposite of letting go is holding on. They may have the
feeling that they simply can't let go, or musn't let go. So
they hold on with a kind of desperation that is not natural in
the overall cycle of events. It is like holding on when you are
about to die and it is time to release your grip on life.
Demanding Uncontrolled
They may become very uncontrolled in their behaviour. If they
have to let go of things anyway, why not let go completely ? So
they might grab what they can in an uncontrolled and
inappropriate manner. Sometimes this results in unreasonable and
demanding behaviour. It can even lead to aggression and criminal
acts, it doesnt matter anymore, so what the hell.
Climax
The general theme of the series often reaches a climax at this
stage. It is the end of the story, the plot has been revealed.
Fluorine defeats the dragon, and the sexuality reaches the state
of orgasm. The Muriaticums reach a climax in the relationship
between mother and child.
Exiled
They feel that they are an outsider, exiled from the group. They
have been a part of the group for so long, and now they suddenly
have to manage on their own. But they still feel they deserve to
have a place in the group with all the privileges that go with
it. When people don't give them what they deserve they take it
without asking.Condemned
They may feel condemned because they have been banned from the
group: as if their exile is unconditional and final, and they
don't have a chance of reprieve.If they feel that this exile was
justified they also suffer from feelings of guilt. It was their
own fault that led to this, that's why they are excluded from
the group.
Fluorine: banned because of egotism, sex, or being who they are.
Chlorum: banned because of relationships or family.
Bromium: banned because they haven't done their job, banned by
people from the village.
Iodum: banned because of his ideas, banned from the area by the
governor.
Astatinum: banned because of abuse of power, banned by the king.
Sankaran describes the characteristic feeling of this stage as
the feeling of being betrayed and attacked.
Fleeing
After they have grabbed what they need they run away. They know
that they haven't been all that honest, so it is best to break
off all contact and flee. They would no longer be accepted as a
part of the whole anyway. They don't belong anymore, they are
about to be kicked out of the house, so it is best to leave of
their own free will, before things get even worse. Who knows
what they will do to him if he stays?
Ex
The prefix at this stage is ex: exile, extravagant, expelled,
excommunicated, expiry, extortion.
They often feel empty, similar to the feeling of having lost
everything.
In Fluorine we see an empty person.
In Chlorum a person without a relationship.
Bromium is without work or responsibilities.
Iodum is devoid of ideas.
Symptoms
Mood: active.
Weather: warm, >< sea.
Lymph glands are hard, painful and swollen
Emaciation in spite of good appetite.
DD
DD: Stage 16 feels they can still dream about the past. At stage
17 everything, even the thoughts of the past have
to be released.
DD Hydrogen: Hydrogen sometimes has no boundaries either, but
they are very idealistic, they like to keep everything intact.
18. Rest: Helium Neon Argon Krypton Xenon Radon
We could also call this stage 0. This is a stage in between two
series. It is the end of one series, therefore it is called stage
18, but it is also the stage of rest, a pause before the start of
a new cycle.
Rest Inactive
They need rest, they just want to stay in one place and do
nothing
Retreat Cocoon
They have a great desire to withdraw to a quiet place and be by
themselves. They don't want to have much contact with
other people, they don't feel the urge to do anything at all.
They go in retreat, in a monastery or a sacred place. This is a
safe haven after all the troubles and dangers they have been
through. They go into hibernation and when the world starts to
look attractive again they might come out again.
The word autism portrays this attitude very well, particularly in
the state of Helium. They like to be on their own, they don't
need others, they prefer to concentrate on themselves, in their
own private space.
It is the stage of the caterpillar who changes into a pupa. In
this stage it looks as if nothing is happening. But a great inner
transformation is taking place, for the caterpillar is changing
into a butterfly.
It is similar to a state of coma, sleep, autism, catatonia,
death, meditation or holiday.

Locked up
It is also possible that they feel very locked up in their
isolated condition. Then their cocoon might be felt as a
hindrance or a prison. They are locked up inside their house,
like an autistic child. They stay within themselves and don't
need others.
Helium is locked up inside himself: autism.
Neon is blocked off from his relations: mentally handicapped.
Argon is blocked off from his work: unemployed.
Krypton is blocked off from ideas: monastery.
Xenon is blocked off from his country: asylum.
Denial Inactivity
They are in a phase of inactivity. They don't move at all. It
is as if they are denying where they came from, what they have
done in the past and who they were connected with. They don't
know what is was like anymore, and they don't want to know
either. It is all over. But in a way they also deny their
future,:before they start anything they must first have some
peace and quiet.
Transformation
They are all wrapped up in a protective covering. In this safe
place they are able to find themselves again, to think what they
will do next. They live this way so that they will not be
disturbed by anything from the outside world, that is how
transformation can take place. The experiences of the previous
cycle are internalised and integrated. Through meditation they
can transcend the old cycle and be ready for the next one.
Free Without ties
They feel free and without any ties. They have freed themselves
from all their old obligations and now they don't have any more
responsibilities. They are as free as a bird in the sky. They
have absorbed everything there was to learn from the previous
cycle, and now they are ready to rise above it. But floating like
a bird in the skies can be an excuse to escape from reality. The
tortures of everyday life may be so unbearable that they leave
their bodies and split.
Confusion
They may suffer from a slight feeling of confusion, as if they
are floating. This is because they have no ties to bind them to
their old existence, so they are slightly disorientated. The
tendency to dissociate can increase this feeling of confusion.
They knew there was something, but they don't know what it was
anymore.
Non In
The prefix non or in often describes this stage. There is a
certain denial, a non-existence, an in-activity.
disturbed by anything from the outside world, that is how
transformation can take place. The experiences of the previous
cycle are internalised and integrated. Through meditation they
can transcend the old cycle and be ready for the next one.
Free Without ties
They feel free and without any ties. They have freed themselves
from all their old obligations and now they don't have any more
responsibilities. They are as free as a bird in the sky. They
have absorbed everything there was to learn from the previous
cycle, and now they are ready to rise above it. But floating like
a bird in the skies can be an excuse to escape from reality. The
tortures of everyday life may be so unbearable that they leave
their bodies and split.
Confusion
They may suffer from a slight feeling of confusion, as if they
are floating. This is because they have no ties to bind them to
their old existence, so they are slightly disorientated. The
tendency to dissociate can increase this feeling of confusion.
They knew there was something, but they don't know what it was
anymore.

Symptoms
Catatonia, autism, coma.
Dizzy, lightheaded, floating.
Signature
The rare gases all remain gaseous until far below freezing point.
They are the least compact. The elements immediately next to the
rare gases, Stage 1 and 17, are extremely reactive, but they let
go as soon as they are in solution. It is tempting to speculate
about the relationship between the elements belonging to this
stage and the different animals that form cocoons. We could
imagine the caterpillar with his enormous appetite as belonging
to stage 17, the cocoon as stage 18 and the butterfly, fluttering
around innocently and free of cares, as stage 1.
DD
DD: Stage 17 has the feeling he must let go, but finds it very
difficult, he isn't really free yet. Stage 18 has really let go
of everything, there are no more ties, there is total freedom.
DD: Opium, Cannabis indica.