The Hands – Our Personal Signature

We all know that no two fingerprints are identical. But in fact, the entire hand is unique in its pattern of lines. The lines are unique precisely because each of us has personal memories, hopes and individual character traits. Since there is a traceable link between our personality, thoughts and experiences and the way the lines form on our hands, our handprints represent a kind of personalized signature.

The Line Change
Just as we continuously change and evolve, so do the lines on our hands. As our personality matures, our attitudes, priorities, activities and companions may also change. These important changes are all reflected in the hand. A study of our prints provides us with a method of analyzing ourselves objectively. We are, therefore, likely to make more positive choices regarding our work, our dealings with people around us, and many other important aspects of life. We will find ourselves less likely to repeat or perpetuate mistakes. With time, the improvements we make in our lives will register on the hands.

Prevention versus Prediction

Palmistry is associated in the minds of many people with the notion of prediction. This idea comes from an incomplete understanding of palmistry.
We all have predispositions toward certain kinds of behavior. For example, if someone we loved betrayed our trust when we were young, we may have difficulty being open to finding a loving partner. A study of the lines and signs of the hands can show us the patterns we have developed in response to past hurt. Unless we take positive steps to change, we will continue to perpetuate the patterns.
By learning to understand the significance of the lines and signs on our hands as indicators of predispositions, we can decipher trends in our behavior. An experienced analyst can suggest the likelihood of future behavior and occurrences. Armed with this information, we have the freedom both to confirm and nurture our strengths and potentials and to decide what changes we wish to make in our lives.
Much of the fun in studying palmistry comes from seeing how we can exercise our free will in more informed and effective ways. Each time we take a new direction in our lives, we are able to see corresponding changes in the lines and signs on our hands. No two palm readings will, therefore, be identical. As professional palmists, we can best assist our clients by pointing out precisely how our past and present thoughts and actions have set us on a certain course. With guidance, effort and patience, we can improve in attitude and behaviour. As our thinking changes, and new behaviour patterns become familiar, the lines and signs and even the mounts, (the underlying tissue of the hand) will undergo detectable changes. Our hands will reflect personality changes. Even lines indicating future trends can change. Broken lines can be mended; lines showing interferences and obstacles can fade and disappear; lines showing positive associations and relationships can appear and so on. Admittedly, deeply ingrained major lines indicating entrenched tendencies in our subconscious are slower and more resistant to change. Nevertheless, these too can respond with patient effort.