05 November 2007
Graphology - DV Barrett
-Graphology cannot identify gender, age or profession
-the analysis process is more accurate if the test is conducted spontaneously and written with a fountain pen on unlined paper
Steps:: I. First take in the first impression (is it neat/messy? Large/small? Strong/light pressure? Etc.)
II. Check the margins, slope, rhythm/speed/flow, pressure and spacing
III. Check the individual letters
MARGINS
-Even margins = orderly mind and takes care with presentation
* Wide Left Margin = extroverted
* Narrow Left Margin = introverted
*Wide Right Margin = self-conscious, timid (of future)
* Irregular Right Margin = versatile/unconventional mind, poor self-discipline, tendency to be unreliable/unstable
* Wide Top Margin = cautious/hesitant, OR generous nature
* Narrow Top Margin = impatience with others’ restrictions, OR dislikes any form of procrastination
*Left margin starts close to edge of paper, then widens as it goes down = need for more space and independence
*Left margins starts far away from edge of paper, then gradually closes in on the left margin = loss of self-confidence, poor planning
* Top of paper is densely filled and lines get farther apart toward end/vice versa = lack of aesthetic awareness, lack of planning and forethought
* Paper is tightly filled, narrow line spacing = powerful urge to communicate OR could show a disorderly mind, poor planning and lack of respect for reader
SLOPE
-indicates optimism/pessimism
-Entire line gradually slants up or down, it could just be indicative of the angle the paper was held at while writing.
-Upward slant usually indicates optimism, Downward slant usually indicates pessimism, depression or poor health.
* Lines are parallel with top/bottom of margins = stable person, conformist or indicates emotional coldness
-- individual words rise at end = someone who tries but lacks the strength/endurance
-- individual words consistently fall at end = could indicate exhaustion or anger
* Concave lines (line dips down in middle) = someone who is fighting depression
* Convex lines (line bumps up in middle) = lack of strength or will to maintain improvement
* Irregularity/Not straight = instability OR intuition and creativity
* Writing stays exactly on baseline = consistency and strength of will
* Words meander on baseline = instability, lack of self-confidence &/or sincerity OR highly versatile mind
SLANT
-indicates emotional stability
* Straight = consistent person with sound judgment
* Left = defensive attitude and unwillingness/instability to reveal/express emotions
* Right = sociable/friendly who finds it easy to communicate
** Excessive Right = lack of self-discipline, tendency to over exaggerate
* Irregular = could indicate versatility and imagination, but more likely indicative of indecision, confusion or aggression
* No slant/variety = attitude is too fixed and rigid; inadaptable
SIZE
* Small (1/16 inch or less) = low self-esteem, unusually modest/tendency for perfection, OR great attention to detail and patient
* Normal (1/16 - 1/8 inch) = sensitivity or diplomacy; self-confidence drains quickly
* Large (around 1/8 inch) = extroverted, generous, enthusiastic, independence OR vanity and domineering
* Extra Large (more than 1/8 inch) = very negative
* Words/lines become larger = shows naivete, lack of social judgment/balance, OR someone who often exaggerates OR eagerness/enthusiasm
* Tall and Thin Writing = shows caution/restraint OR meanness OR self-control
* Short and Wide Writing = willingness for self-expression and eagerness to communicate
RHYTHM SPEED & FLOW
-indicates inner balance, liveliness of thinking
* Rhythmic (smooth flow or consistent irregularities) = isn’t self-conscious of perfection, indicates balance of body, mind and emotions
* Slow (less than 100 words per minute) = careful attention to detail, or thoughtful/reflective courtesy for reader
* Fast (more than 200 words per minute) = lack of care, quick-thinking, enthusiastic, mind ahead of hand
WEIGHT & PRESSURE
* Heavy = firmness of intent OR bullying/domineering character OR sensual/materialistic
* Light = weak-willed
** Well-formed Light = creativity, adaptability, sensuous
** Not well-formed Light = weakness of body/will or impartibility
* Thick but no form = warm, sensual, artistic OR self-indulgent
* Even pressure = dullness, resignation
** Simple/not intense Even Pressure = “unformed” personality
- End Stroke Pressure indicates aggression level
* Sharp ends = nervous tension, impatience, irritability OR incisive mind
* Thick/blunt ends = brusqueness, strong emotion, misdirected energy
SPACING
-indicates distance from people
- Normal Spacing = width of ‘n’ or ‘m’
* Wider than ‘m’ = keep people at distance (but must judge this from other signs in writing)
* Irregular = someone who fluctuates
Line Spacing::
* Narrow = narrow-minded, closed-in
* Wide = isolated person who has difficulty coping with world
* Irregular = disorderly mind, lacks judgment or control
CONNECTIONS
* 2-3 continuous connections = thoughtful/aware person
* No connections = disorganized mind OR extreme care and precision
*Angular Connection (diagonal lines connect letters) = straightforward/firmness/decisiveness; prefers logic and facts to intuition
* Arcade Connection (connecting lines on top of letters) = consciousness of appearance OR artistic temperament
* Thread Connection (loose connectors, sometimes looks like extra ‘m’s’ or ‘n’s’) = creativity/versatility OR laziness, impatience, minor illness
* Garland Connection (concave lines connect letters (on top or bottom)) = highly sociable, earthy more than spiritual
MIDDLE ZONE
-indicates perception or self and your value to others
-the middle zone indicates yoru hopes, dreams, ambition, emotions and desires
* Not Well-developed Top or Bottom = lack of stability, coherence, practicality
* Erratic Mid-Zone = not comfortable with self
* Mid Zone is bigger/taller than rest of zones = high self-esteem/social self-Assurant &/OR vanity/arrogance
* Small Mid Zone = Lack of self-esteem OR intellectual and independent
* Wide Mid Zone = self-confident in skills &/OR self-indulgent
UPPER ZONE
-indicates abstract ideas
* Small = lack of zest for life, passive, practical, down-to-earth OR unrealistic aspirations; single-minded
* Choppy = denies reaching upward/outward
* Tall = striving for something more; idealistic
* Thin = has difficulty relating to the abstract
* Full & Wide = expresses abstractly, artist, musician; liar (habitual or skillful)
* Irregular = dreams aren’t practical
LOWER ZONE
-indicates drives, passions, sensuality
* Small = the physical is unimportant, weak; out of touch/hesitant/timid/sexual inhibition
* Large = More concerned with the tangible/practical; follows instincts
* Extra Large = Ruled by instincts, overdoer OR enthusiastic
* Constricted = denial of physical expression; conservative
* Irregular = highly sensual but repressed sexual feelings; health problems
ASCENDING/DESCENDING LOOPS
-indicates emotions/desires
Ascending Loops
* Flies out and Back (to left) = imaginative/mental agility OR selfish, vain
* Triangular = dominate desire, imposing
* Wide = emotions important, open mind
* Thin = emotionally repressed
* Very High Loops = could indicate vanity
Descending Loops
* Wide = uninhibited enjoyment/sexually open
* Excessively Wide = unrestrained
* Tight = self-control, attempt to restrain/constrict emotion
* To Left, no Loop = desire to return to past
* Opposite turn = need for independence
* Entangled with other Lines = lack of concentration, anxiety or agitation
* Unnecessary Loops = selfish
I’S & T’S
-state of mind, attention to detail
I’s::
* Not all I’s are dotted = common
* All I’s are dotted = attention to detail
* No I’s are dotted = lazy, not detail-oriented
*Dot is close to mid-zone = care and precision
* Dot to the Right, flies or streaks = fast writing
* Dot links to the Next Letter = intelligent and logical mind
* Dot is left of I = lack of care/caution
* Dot is a circle = immature/untrustworthiness
T’s::
* Consistent and Precise = attention to detail
* Low crossbar = feeling of inferiority
* High crossbar = good imagination and ambition
* Short crossbar = cautious
* Long crossbar = good amount of energy
* Upward stroke = enthusiastic
* Downward stroke = unhappy, weariness
* Wavy stroke = good-natured, light-hearted OR escapist
Crossbar…
* Links with next letter = adaptable, logical mind
* Links by a triangle = stubborn, purposeful, dominant
* Various links = versatility, creativity OR disorganized mind
* Not connected to letter, lies on Right = eager but unrealistic
* Not connected to letter, lies on Left = slow-thinking
* Not connected to letter, lies above it = imagination is beyond reality
SIGNATURE
* Much larger than usual handwriting = arrogant, over-compensation for acknowledgement, introspective
* Much smaller than usual handwriting = low self-esteem
* Illegible - modesty, de-valuing self; arrogant
* Underlined = firmness and confidence (with more lines, more confidence)
* Wavy Lines = likes to create effect
* Line through signature = deep personal satisfaction
* Part/Whole is Encircled = protection and defense of self
EMBELLISHMENTS
-indicate insincerity, narcissism, and demanding attention
* Arabesque curves = patronizing attitude
* Extra loops = selfish
* Childish/Teenage handwriting = stuck in teen persona: projecting a false image
-the analysis process is more accurate if the test is conducted spontaneously and written with a fountain pen on unlined paper
Steps:: I. First take in the first impression (is it neat/messy? Large/small? Strong/light pressure? Etc.)
II. Check the margins, slope, rhythm/speed/flow, pressure and spacing
III. Check the individual letters
MARGINS
-Even margins = orderly mind and takes care with presentation
* Wide Left Margin = extroverted
* Narrow Left Margin = introverted
*Wide Right Margin = self-conscious, timid (of future)
* Irregular Right Margin = versatile/unconventional mind, poor self-discipline, tendency to be unreliable/unstable
* Wide Top Margin = cautious/hesitant, OR generous nature
* Narrow Top Margin = impatience with others’ restrictions, OR dislikes any form of procrastination
*Left margin starts close to edge of paper, then widens as it goes down = need for more space and independence
*Left margins starts far away from edge of paper, then gradually closes in on the left margin = loss of self-confidence, poor planning
* Top of paper is densely filled and lines get farther apart toward end/vice versa = lack of aesthetic awareness, lack of planning and forethought
* Paper is tightly filled, narrow line spacing = powerful urge to communicate OR could show a disorderly mind, poor planning and lack of respect for reader
SLOPE
-indicates optimism/pessimism
-Entire line gradually slants up or down, it could just be indicative of the angle the paper was held at while writing.
-Upward slant usually indicates optimism, Downward slant usually indicates pessimism, depression or poor health.
* Lines are parallel with top/bottom of margins = stable person, conformist or indicates emotional coldness
-- individual words rise at end = someone who tries but lacks the strength/endurance
-- individual words consistently fall at end = could indicate exhaustion or anger
* Concave lines (line dips down in middle) = someone who is fighting depression
* Convex lines (line bumps up in middle) = lack of strength or will to maintain improvement
* Irregularity/Not straight = instability OR intuition and creativity
* Writing stays exactly on baseline = consistency and strength of will
* Words meander on baseline = instability, lack of self-confidence &/or sincerity OR highly versatile mind
SLANT
-indicates emotional stability
* Straight = consistent person with sound judgment
* Left = defensive attitude and unwillingness/instability to reveal/express emotions
* Right = sociable/friendly who finds it easy to communicate
** Excessive Right = lack of self-discipline, tendency to over exaggerate
* Irregular = could indicate versatility and imagination, but more likely indicative of indecision, confusion or aggression
* No slant/variety = attitude is too fixed and rigid; inadaptable
SIZE
* Small (1/16 inch or less) = low self-esteem, unusually modest/tendency for perfection, OR great attention to detail and patient
* Normal (1/16 - 1/8 inch) = sensitivity or diplomacy; self-confidence drains quickly
* Large (around 1/8 inch) = extroverted, generous, enthusiastic, independence OR vanity and domineering
* Extra Large (more than 1/8 inch) = very negative
* Words/lines become larger = shows naivete, lack of social judgment/balance, OR someone who often exaggerates OR eagerness/enthusiasm
* Tall and Thin Writing = shows caution/restraint OR meanness OR self-control
* Short and Wide Writing = willingness for self-expression and eagerness to communicate
RHYTHM SPEED & FLOW
-indicates inner balance, liveliness of thinking
* Rhythmic (smooth flow or consistent irregularities) = isn’t self-conscious of perfection, indicates balance of body, mind and emotions
* Slow (less than 100 words per minute) = careful attention to detail, or thoughtful/reflective courtesy for reader
* Fast (more than 200 words per minute) = lack of care, quick-thinking, enthusiastic, mind ahead of hand
WEIGHT & PRESSURE
* Heavy = firmness of intent OR bullying/domineering character OR sensual/materialistic
* Light = weak-willed
** Well-formed Light = creativity, adaptability, sensuous
** Not well-formed Light = weakness of body/will or impartibility
* Thick but no form = warm, sensual, artistic OR self-indulgent
* Even pressure = dullness, resignation
** Simple/not intense Even Pressure = “unformed” personality
- End Stroke Pressure indicates aggression level
* Sharp ends = nervous tension, impatience, irritability OR incisive mind
* Thick/blunt ends = brusqueness, strong emotion, misdirected energy
SPACING
-indicates distance from people
- Normal Spacing = width of ‘n’ or ‘m’
* Wider than ‘m’ = keep people at distance (but must judge this from other signs in writing)
* Irregular = someone who fluctuates
Line Spacing::
* Narrow = narrow-minded, closed-in
* Wide = isolated person who has difficulty coping with world
* Irregular = disorderly mind, lacks judgment or control
CONNECTIONS
* 2-3 continuous connections = thoughtful/aware person
* No connections = disorganized mind OR extreme care and precision
*Angular Connection (diagonal lines connect letters) = straightforward/firmness/decisiveness; prefers logic and facts to intuition
* Arcade Connection (connecting lines on top of letters) = consciousness of appearance OR artistic temperament
* Thread Connection (loose connectors, sometimes looks like extra ‘m’s’ or ‘n’s’) = creativity/versatility OR laziness, impatience, minor illness
* Garland Connection (concave lines connect letters (on top or bottom)) = highly sociable, earthy more than spiritual
MIDDLE ZONE
-indicates perception or self and your value to others
-the middle zone indicates yoru hopes, dreams, ambition, emotions and desires
* Not Well-developed Top or Bottom = lack of stability, coherence, practicality
* Erratic Mid-Zone = not comfortable with self
* Mid Zone is bigger/taller than rest of zones = high self-esteem/social self-Assurant &/OR vanity/arrogance
* Small Mid Zone = Lack of self-esteem OR intellectual and independent
* Wide Mid Zone = self-confident in skills &/OR self-indulgent
UPPER ZONE
-indicates abstract ideas
* Small = lack of zest for life, passive, practical, down-to-earth OR unrealistic aspirations; single-minded
* Choppy = denies reaching upward/outward
* Tall = striving for something more; idealistic
* Thin = has difficulty relating to the abstract
* Full & Wide = expresses abstractly, artist, musician; liar (habitual or skillful)
* Irregular = dreams aren’t practical
LOWER ZONE
-indicates drives, passions, sensuality
* Small = the physical is unimportant, weak; out of touch/hesitant/timid/sexual inhibition
* Large = More concerned with the tangible/practical; follows instincts
* Extra Large = Ruled by instincts, overdoer OR enthusiastic
* Constricted = denial of physical expression; conservative
* Irregular = highly sensual but repressed sexual feelings; health problems
ASCENDING/DESCENDING LOOPS
-indicates emotions/desires
Ascending Loops
* Flies out and Back (to left) = imaginative/mental agility OR selfish, vain
* Triangular = dominate desire, imposing
* Wide = emotions important, open mind
* Thin = emotionally repressed
* Very High Loops = could indicate vanity
Descending Loops
* Wide = uninhibited enjoyment/sexually open
* Excessively Wide = unrestrained
* Tight = self-control, attempt to restrain/constrict emotion
* To Left, no Loop = desire to return to past
* Opposite turn = need for independence
* Entangled with other Lines = lack of concentration, anxiety or agitation
* Unnecessary Loops = selfish
I’S & T’S
-state of mind, attention to detail
I’s::
* Not all I’s are dotted = common
* All I’s are dotted = attention to detail
* No I’s are dotted = lazy, not detail-oriented
*Dot is close to mid-zone = care and precision
* Dot to the Right, flies or streaks = fast writing
* Dot links to the Next Letter = intelligent and logical mind
* Dot is left of I = lack of care/caution
* Dot is a circle = immature/untrustworthiness
T’s::
* Consistent and Precise = attention to detail
* Low crossbar = feeling of inferiority
* High crossbar = good imagination and ambition
* Short crossbar = cautious
* Long crossbar = good amount of energy
* Upward stroke = enthusiastic
* Downward stroke = unhappy, weariness
* Wavy stroke = good-natured, light-hearted OR escapist
Crossbar…
* Links with next letter = adaptable, logical mind
* Links by a triangle = stubborn, purposeful, dominant
* Various links = versatility, creativity OR disorganized mind
* Not connected to letter, lies on Right = eager but unrealistic
* Not connected to letter, lies on Left = slow-thinking
* Not connected to letter, lies above it = imagination is beyond reality
SIGNATURE
* Much larger than usual handwriting = arrogant, over-compensation for acknowledgement, introspective
* Much smaller than usual handwriting = low self-esteem
* Illegible - modesty, de-valuing self; arrogant
* Underlined = firmness and confidence (with more lines, more confidence)
* Wavy Lines = likes to create effect
* Line through signature = deep personal satisfaction
* Part/Whole is Encircled = protection and defense of self
EMBELLISHMENTS
-indicate insincerity, narcissism, and demanding attention
* Arabesque curves = patronizing attitude
* Extra loops = selfish
* Childish/Teenage handwriting = stuck in teen persona: projecting a false image
recorded at 16:47
2 insights
2 insights