Lecture Notes: The Art of Face Reading

Introduction

• Speaker: Samantha Joy
• Topic: Understanding human behavior through face reading.
• Objective: Learn about yourself and others through face reading, understand behaviors without judgment, and improve relationships.

Historical Context

• Face reading is an ancient practice supported by historical figures like Aristotle, Plato, Da Vinci, and Michelangelo.
• Considered a science of how skull and facial features influence behavior.

Key Concepts in Face Reading

The Chin

• Projecting Chin: Indicates tenacity and determination.
• Wide Chin: Confrontational personality.

The Eyebrows

• High Eyebrows: Discerning and selective; prefer formal interactions.
• Low Eyebrows: Casual and informal; inclined towards touch.
• Straight Eyebrows: Reserved, control-oriented.
• Arched Eyebrows: Dramatic, expressive.
• Semicircle Eyebrows: Harmonious, see everything fitting together.
• Sharp Eyebrows: Original, can see projects from start to finish.

The Eyes

• Close-set Eyes: Focused and detail-oriented.
• Wide-set Eyes: Philosophical, sees the bigger picture.
• Deep-set Eyes: Introspective, serious.
• Bulging Eyes: Trusting and optimistic.

The Forehead

• Sloping Forehead: Prefers fast-paced action, bottom-line thinkers.
• Vertical Forehead: Needs comprehensive information, big picture.

The Nose

• Ski Jump Nose: Caregiver, enjoys personal connections.
• Beaky Nose: Looks after many, prefers facts and figures.
• Wide Nostrils: Self-reliant.
• Nose Tilt: Skepticism vs. optimism in decision-making.

The Mouth

• Turned-up corners: Optimistic outlook.
• Turned-down corners: Pessimistic, cautious.

The Lips

• Large Top Lip: Talkative, expressive.
• Thin Top Lip: Less expressive, factual.
• Large Bottom Lip: Generous, giving.

The Jaw

• Wide Jaw: Appears more capable, often intimidating.
• Narrow Jaw: Needs to assert authority clearly.

The Ears

• Low Set Ears: Perfectionist.
• High Set Ears: Easy-going, adaptable.

Cheekbones

• High Cheekbones: Adventurous, needs excitement.

Other Traits

• Skin Thickness: Thick skin means resilient, outdoorsy; thin skin means sensitive, indoor preference.
• Center of Gravity: Affects comfort with sitting or moving; long legs mean a high center of gravity, short legs mean low.

Cultural and Racial Variations

• Different racial traits are adapted for environmental survival, e.g., Australian Aborigines.

Conclusion

• Emphasizes understanding and respecting personal and others' traits to improve relationships and personal comfort.
• Encourages using face reading to enhance life and relationships.