Horoscopes, psychics, tea leaves, magic 8-balls—we leave nothing unturned when trying to figure out who we are and what our future holds.
So, what about our hands? Our hands are pretty amazing. Proportionately, their operation takes up the most space in our brains and they are the most sensitive parts of our bodies. The nerve group that controls the hands lies in the very center of our brains and every electrical impulse of thought flows through that nerve center. The hand is thought to be a graphic representation of the circuits in our brain.
Palm readers “read” the hand’s blueprint to evaluate one’s character and destiny. If you’re curious about what your hands reveal, but aren’t quite ready to pay a visit to a palm reader yet, this information will be a good start.
Which Hand?
The answer to this question is both; it just depends who you ask. Some schools use a man’s right hand and a woman’s left hand. Others say the dominant/active hand (the one you write with) shows the development of your personality as determined by the choices you’ve made, while the non-dominant hand sheds light on your inner nature. Some believe that the non-dominant/passive hand reveals information pertaining to your heredity, past lives, karma, and potential and that the active hand shows how you use these inherited traits and inner knowledge to shape your destiny.
The Shape of the Hand
There are four shapes used to classify hands and they’re related to the four elements—earth, air, water, and fire.
Earth
- broad, square palms with square, short fingers
- thick/coarse skin, ruddy color
- deep, clear, and straight lines
Earth hands belong to practical and stubborn who have a strong vitality and a close connection to the outdoors and nature. Many work with their hands and find comfort in tangible things. They are dependable, straightforward, and responsible.
Air
- square or rectangular palms with long fingers
- low-set thumbs and dry skin
- thin, clear lines
Those with air hands are social, talkative, and intellectual types who seek change and mental stimulation. They can be restless and tend to do things in innovative ways.
Water
- long, sometimes oval-shaped palms with long fingers
- soft, damp skin
- lots of fine lines, often unclear
Water hands belong to emotional, creative, and introverted types who are sensitive and perceptive. They can be vulnerable and a bit naïve. They tend to be quiet and make decisions based on gut feelings.
Fire
- square or rectangular palms with short fingers
- warm, flushed, pinkish skin
- lots of prominent lines
Those with fire hands are spontaneous, bold, and action-oriented types who take risks. They are extroverts who are very optimistic and enthusiastic. They are somewhat impulsive and very confident.
