In astrology, Chiron is referred to as the "wounded healer". It represents our deepest wounds and our efforts to heal these wounds. It is named after Chiron because, like the mythological centaur, Chiron in astrology signifies a journey of learning and healing. Chiron's position in the birth chart reveals where one has healing powers as the result of personal spiritual wounds. These wounds may be physical, emotional, or spiritual. What makes Chiron unique is that, owing to its orbit, it spends more time in some signs than others, making its effect unevenly distributed and adding a complex layer to the interpretation of a birth chart.