Palmistry is a very ancient art of fortune telling. The majority of palm readers use palm reading methods and techniques that have been in use for centuries. However, many modern practitioners regard the art of palm reading as not just a fortune-telling technique, but also as a means to see a person's strengths and weaknesses, based on the lines and hills of the hand, so that he or she can use the information to plan for the future.
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Part 1 of 4: Getting Started
Step 1. Ask the person to show the dominant hand
In palmistry, the dominant hand is considered the "active" hand. The other hand is considered a “passive” hand. The reading will be made on the dominant hand.
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In palmistry, the passive hand indicates innate talent, what was passed down by your parents.
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On the other hand, the active hand shows what you have done in life so far.
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Step 2. Identify the main line
There is a heart line (heart line), head line (head line), and life line (life line). In some people there is also a fate line.
- The heart line starts from between the index and middle fingers to the edge of the palm. This line usually runs horizontally if you look at your palm with your fingers facing up, but it can also be curved.
- The head line is the horizontal line that runs below the heart line.
- The lifeline curves around the pad of your thumb, and if you have a fate line, it will run from the base of your palm toward your middle finger.
- To recognize these lines better, try to cup your hands slightly to see where the creases form.
Step 3. Find the minor line
Some people also have stripes other than those mentioned above. This is called the minor line.
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For example, some people have an intuitive line that curves from the outer center of the palm and back toward the bottom of the palm.
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Many people also have a bracelet line where the hand meets the wrist.
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The health line can start from the base of the little finger and curve towards the bottom center of the base of the hand. The line of children and relationships is a short horizontal line below the base of the little finger.
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Step 4. Look for the finger line
Each finger also has its own name, which can be used to name the palm folds. The forefinger is Jupiter. The middle finger is Saturn. The ring finger is Apollo, and the little finger is Mercury.
- If a person has a ring under the crease at the base of each finger, his name is taken from the name of the finger, for example the rings of Saturn.
- These names can also be borrowed from lines starting at the base of the finger, for example the Apollo line. This line starts from the base of the ring finger down through the palm of the hand.
Part 2 of 4: Reading the Lines
Step 1. Learn the line of the heart
As the name suggests, this line deals with matters of the heart. This line provides information about your emotional life and relationships. Observe the length, the curvature, and see if the line is broken or intersected by another line. For example, the intersection of the line or the points where the line breaks may mean that you are going through a very sad time.
- If the line is straight and long, it means that you are happy with your soulmate. It can also mean that you are emotionally generous. “Long” means that the line starts from under the index finger.
- If the line of the heart is long and curved, it means that you are emotionally open, and you are very affectionate if the curve is towards the index finger.
- If the heart line is straight and short, it means you are not a romantic person. “Short” means the line starts near the middle finger or even further down.
- A short and curved heart line means that you have emotions in your heart. You prefer to be surrounded by a group of close friends than to be in a crowd.
Step 2. Study the lifeline
The lifeline does not indicate how long you will live. This line shows how you take care of yourself, or more specifically, whether or not you've been ignoring it.
- If you see a lot of broken lines along the life line, this indicates that you need to take better care of yourself. In other words, you should get more rest and pay attention to your emotional and physical needs.
- Short lines (those that don't reach the bottom of your palm) indicate that you prefer to turn your attention to difficult times, while long lines mean that you are the type of person to consult frequently if someone needs support.
Step 3. Pay attention to the outline of the head
The head line shows things related to the brain, such as intelligence or communication. This line also indicates the best study method for you.
- Notice how the head line and heart line interact. If the two lines come together, it means that you are a more reserved and careful person. The further apart the lines are at the start, the more adventurous you will be.
- If your head line is straight, it means you are level-headed, while a curved line indicates you are more spontaneous.
- If the line is split, it means that you have a better ability to put yourself in someone else's shoes.
Step 4. Determine if you have a fate line
Not everyone has a fate line, and it will be very exciting if you find one. This line shows how your life will be. For example, if the line breaks a lot in several places, it means that you can have many careers and experience many changes in life.
Step 5. Check the minor line
It should be noted that not everyone has it. If anything, this line could indicate several things. For example, if a person has a Belt of Venus, it could mean that he tends to be very nervous and emotional, while the intuition line, as his name suggests, indicates he is a very understanding person of other people's feelings.
- It is possible that you have more than one relationship line, and that indicates a person who is close to you, not just a lover. If you can see it easily or the line is very long (past pinky to ring finger), it shows you are a committed person.
- The ring on each finger has a different interpretation. For example, the ring of Saturn on the middle finger indicates that the person prefers to be alone, while the ring of Jupiter on the index finger indicates a very intelligent person and the ring of Apollo on the ring finger could mean that you are experiencing creative stagnation.
Part 3 of 4: Interpreting the Hill
Step 1. Study the hills of Venus
The hill of Venus is located on the pad of the thumb. If you manage to find the lifeline, it usually goes around the hill of Venus, but in the part that is near the base of the thumb.
- If the hill of Venus has an average height, it means that you enjoy life, including art and other beautiful things in life.
- If the height of the hill of Venus is slightly below average or not prominent at all, it means that you may be lonely or have a lot of difficult times.
- If his height is more than average, it means that you are a little greedy in life.
Step 2. Study the hills of Jupiter
This hill is the cushion right under your index finger, and shows how much confidence you have, how well you manage your life, and how society perceives you. Check how prominent this hill is compared to other hills on the palm.
- If this hill stands out a lot, chances are you're leading an enjoyable life, and chances are you're also very friendly. On the other hand, it can also have a negative meaning because it can mean that you are an aggressive and dominant person.
- If the height is average, it means that you want to help others and do good in the world. It also means that you are intelligent and capable of being a leader.
- If your height is below average, you may not have high self-esteem.
Step 3. Examine the hill of Saturn
This hill is located under the middle finger and shows how responsible you are, and how much responsibility you have. In addition, the hill of Saturn also shows whether you like to be alone or not.
- If the hill of Saturn is very prominent, it means that you are a bit too rational and tend to have a hard time trusting others.
- If your height is average, it means that you are likeable and capable of living independently.
- If it's low, it means you're shallow and don't want to take time for self-reflection.
Step 4. Study the hill of Apollo
This hill is located under the ring finger. This hill is associated with happiness, intelligence and creativity.
- If this hill is high, you are an arrogant person, maybe too arrogant, can even yell at others. You like to seduce other people and likely like to spend money on yourself and others.
- If the height is average, it means that you are less passionate, independent and have high self-esteem. You also like other people.
- If this hill is low, it shows that you are less creative than other people and that makes you hesitate.
Step 5. Find the hill of Mercury
This hill is located under the little finger. This hill can represent wealth and whether one will go abroad.
- If your height is below average, you may be shy and have a hard time relating to many people, causing you to not make a lot of money throughout your life.
- If your height is average, it could mean that you are a flexible person who has empathy for others. You will find many interesting things in life.
- A high hill indicates a person who is greedy and a bit too talkative.
Step 6. Find the hill of the moon
This hill is located at the bottom of the hand, on the side opposite the thumb. This hill also represents creativity and intuition.
- If your height is below average, you may have a decent imagination, but don't share it with other people.
- If the height is average, it shows that you have a high imagination without being crazy.
- If the hill is very high, it means that you can let your creativity reach a level that is a little too crazy, and you can explode quickly.
Part 4 of 4: Finishing the Interpretation
Step 1. Pay attention to the hand as a whole
It is important to interpret all the parts as a whole, not individually. The modern line reader uses the whole hand to find out where a person is in life and thus ends the whole reading process.
For example, a straight head line and a long life line can indicate that you are a reasonable person who can handle a crisis well
Step 2. Combine the art of handwriting with other fortune-telling techniques
Many modern palmists don't just rely on palmistry. For example, they also read faces or tarot cards. Studying other methods can help you understand the person as a whole and in turn, give you better knowledge to help solve the problem they are dealing with.
Step 3. Don't be afraid to get psychology involved
Many modern line readers use psychology to aid the reading process. Most modern palmistry places more emphasis on what makes a person and how he can use his strengths and weaknesses in the future. Having psychological skills can help you understand how a person can cope with their problems.
- For example, if someone is frustrated with a project and he has an Apollo ring, you can give him a suggestion so he can unlock his creativity.
- Since the Apollo rings represent inhibited creativity, learning new ways to be creative can help the person to move on, and psychology will be of great help in this regard.
Step 4. Think about holistic therapy
Just like psychology, holistic healing techniques can also help you find better solutions for those you consult with. Modern hand readers often take advantage of this technique.
- Holistic healing means that you see the person as a whole and offer the right solution. For example, you can see how a person's health can affect their mental state.
- As another example, if a person's Jupiter hill is relatively low, which indicates that he or she does not have high self-esteem, you can suggest two approaches that involve both physical and mental involvement to increase his or her self-esteem. You can suggest a physical exercise program so that he's in better shape and helps him feel more confident, and he should also learn to talk positively to himself every day to build higher self-esteem.
