Understanding Face Reading

Could our identities be painted vividly across our faces? According to experts in face reading, the answer is a resounding yes. Face reading, also referred to as physiognomy or personology, is a practice deeply rooted in both western and eastern cultures, dating back several millennia. This intriguing method leverages the subtleties in facial features to glean insights about an individual's personality.

Numerous cultural texts, ranging from Greek and Latin philosophies to Medieval literature, mention physiognomy. The common thread in these works is the notion that beauty is a manifestation of virtue. From a Chinese perspective, the face serves as a mirror reflecting one's inner spirit. Moreover, it is believed that as one's personality evolves, the changes may also be reflected in their facial characteristics.

How to Read Faces

While face reading can offer fascinating insights into others, mastering it is a journey that requires learning and practice. The first step is understanding what constitutes a 'normal' face, as face reading primarily revolves around detecting exaggerated, small, or distinctive features.

For further information on the origins of Face Reading, click here.

The Process of Face Reading:

1. Consider what you perceive to be a well-balanced, typical face. It is crucial to remember that your concept of 'normal' will evolve and refine as you continue learning.
   
   
2. Once you have a baseline, examine the face you wish to read and compare it to your norm. The key here is to observe without causing discomfort or raising suspicion, so try to cultivate a practice of quick, casual gazes.
   
   
3. Identify the features that deviate from the norm.
   
   
   • Overemphasized Features:
     The intensity of the subject's personality in a specific facial area corresponds to the degree of feature exaggeration.
     
     For instance, a large bottom lip signals a generous nature—the bigger the lower lip, the more the individual tends to give. If you're contemplating who to ask for an ice cream on a sweltering summer day, consider the person with the most prominent lower lip.
     
     
   • Undersized Features:
     Smaller than expected facial features generally indicate sensitivity.
     
     For instance, individuals with small chins are often sensitive to criticism. If you critique someone with a small chin, they might develop a dislike towards you. Thus, it's advisable to adopt a more nurturing approach with such individuals.
     
     
4. Once you've identified these deviant features, compare them to established interpretations for each facial feature. Refer below for Facial Feature Readings.

Facial Feature Readings

The following are some facial features that can be read:

• Top of Head
  
• Face Shape
  
• Eyebrow Height
  
• Eye Spacing
  
• Cheekbones
  
• Nostrils
  
• Nose Underside
  
• Lips
  
• Mouth Corners
  
• Chin