How to Tell if He Likes You

Look out for these signs he’s hoping to be more than friends

You’re probably here because there’s a guy in your life who is driving you crazy with his behavior. Whether it’s a classmate, a pal you’ve had forever, or a new guy you’ve just met, it seems like he wants to be more than just friends—but does he? If you want to know how to tell if your fella likes you as more than just a buddy, keep reading: we’ve compiled a list of telltale signs a guy is crushing on you. Just remember that these don't apply to everyone. If a few of these signs apply to how he treats you, then he's probably interested.

[Edit]Things You Should Know

• See how he treats other people. If he likes you, he’ll treat you differently. Does he flirt with everyone, or just you?
• Pay attention to how often he talks to you. If he’s constantly texting you and always trying to hang out, he’s probably into you.
• Observe his body language. Does he look at you a lot? Is he always looking for reasons to touch you? All signs point to yes, he likes you!
• Notice if he’s fully engaged when he speaks to you. Does he seem fascinated by what you’re saying and laugh at your dumb jokes? If so, you may have a keeper!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]He talks to you—a lot.

1. If he can’t seem to stop chatting up you, he likes you. Are you the first person he talks to when he’s got good news? Had a bad day? Just bored and want to chat? All green flags!^[1]
   
   • True, talking a lot could just be a sign he sees you as a friend, but that’s nothing to sneeze at, either. Not talking to you often, though? That’s probably a sign he’s not super invested.
   • When you text him and get a reply from him within 10 seconds, it means that he’s eager to talk to you.

[Edit]He makes eye contact.

1. Strong eye contact is a sign he’s interested, babe. When he talks to you, is he giving you his full attention, or is he looking around the room for something better to do? Is he breaking eye contact occasionally but smiling because he feels shy around you?^[2]
   
   • Whether he’s sneaking glances at you from across the room or staring deep into your eyes while you’re talking, if he can't stop watching you, he's probably fallen for you.

[Edit]He gives you his full attention.

1. A guy who likes you will show it by being laser-focused on you. The way he acts when he talks to you can say a lot about his feelings for you. Does he nod and ask questions in response to what you say? Does he remember what you talked about the next day? Green flags!^[3]
   
   • If he talks to you like you're the only person in the world and seems happy to be talking to you, then he may have a crush on you.

[Edit]He laughs at your jokes.

1. Laughter is the key to a person’s heart, truly. If he laughs at your jokes, it’s possibly true love. Of course, if you’re standup-level hilarious, it’s a given he’s going to laugh at your jokes. To test him, crack an intentionally bad joke. If he laughs, he’s into you, babe.^[4]
   
   • If you want to encourage him, return the favor and laugh at his dumb jokes too. (Unless you don’t want him to like you, in which case stop being so hilarious.)

[Edit]He tries to impress you.

1. If he likes you, he might try to show off to catch your eye. Does he tell stories that make him look strong, funny, or adventurous? People who like you will try to make themselves seem admirable by highlighting their strengths and sharing exciting stories. Make sure to ooh and ahh when appropriate.^[5]
   
   • It’s possible he might even come off a little arrogant, which is a turn-off, sure, but he may be putting on airs because he’s nervous. If he’s normally pretty humble and chill, consider cutting him some slack.

[Edit]He lowers his voice when he speaks to you.

1. Talking quietly or in a lower voice may be his way of getting you to lean in closer. Ooh la la. Speaking to one another in hushed tones, mere inches away from one another’s lips, is a surefire way to increase intimacy. A candlelit dinner for 2 is on the horizon.^[6]
   
   • Speaking softly could also be a sign that he’s shy around you—also a good sign! If he likes you, he may struggle to be confident around you.

[Edit]He shares personal information with you.

1. Opening up to you is a sign he trusts you and values your opinion. Of course, it matters what personal info he shares. If he's opening up to you about his childhood or trouble with his friends or family, then he likes you and puts stock in your perspective. But if he's opening up to you about a new girl or guy he’s crushing on, then you may have a problem.^[7]
   
   • On the other hand, if he brags to you about other girls flirting with him, he could be trying to make you jealous. Love, am I right?

[Edit]He compliments you.

1. A guy who likes you may try to flatter you with compliments. Telling you you’re a red-hot mama is kind of an obvious sign, but subtle compliments are indicators of attraction as well. If he tells you you look nice today or that you're interesting or funny, then he may be falling for you.
   
   • Look out for nonverbal compliments too. Does he laugh at your dumb jokes (as aforementioned), smile when you turn in his direction, or light up like a Christmas tree when you walk in the room? These are all ways of saying he appreciates you.

[Edit]He asks you questions about yourself.

1. A guy who doesn't care will stick to superficial scripting. If he likes you, he'll want to know about you: your likes and dislikes, your history. He'll ask you deep questions and sincerely want to know the answers.^[8]
   
   • Not only will he ask you about yourself, he'll remember what you said. Does he return to conversations you had yesterday or last week, or does he seem to not remember what you talked about?

[Edit]He teases you.

1. Poking playful fun is a big sign he's into you. Romance Queen Jane Austen wrote, “Is not general incivility the very essence of love?” which is just a super fancy way of saying, “If he teases you, he might be down bad, babe.”^[9]
   
   • Don’t take this to mean that if a guy is a jerk, he’s got the hots for you. Being rude could be a sign of affection, but if he can only show he likes you by being a jerk, he’s not worth your time.
   • A guy who pays attention to you will also be sensitive enough to know what to tease you about and what to avoid.

[Edit]He tries to make you jealous.

1. Bragging about other girls could be his way of trying to make you envious. Sure, it’s a misguided plan and very indirect, but hey, love is complicated. Talking to you about girls who flirt with him or dates he’s been on could be his way of getting your attention or trying to make you jealous so that he seems more desirable.^[10]
   
   • Of course, if he’s always telling you about girls he likes or dates he’s been on, he might just see you as a friend and want to confide in you.
   • But if he's always complaining about women he's dating or says, "None of them are what I'm looking for," then he may be hinting that you're the one.
   • Observe how he talks about other girls around you to decide how you should react: is he trying to make you jealous? Or are you getting jealous because you like him?

[Edit]He touches you a lot.

1. If he likes you, he may look for excuses to touch you. Physical contact, even if it’s minimal, could be a sign he wants to be close to you. If it seems like he’s always touching you—playfully pulling your hair, giving you a high-five, hugging you, putting his arm around you—there’s a pretty good sign he likes you. Even if the touches are minimal, if it happens often, it’s a good indication he wants to be close to you.^[11]
   
   • Notice how he sits next to you. Does he always try to move closer until your knees touch, or is he sitting miles away?
   • Does he get physical if you're playing a friendly game of volleyball or soccer, and does he always ask you to be his partner when it's time for chicken fights in the pool?
   • Observe how often he touches other people. Does he put his arm around everyone, or only you?

[Edit]He frequently faces your direction.

1. If his body is often angled in your direction, it could mean he wants you. Body language can tell you a lot about his true feelings; he might not even be aware of what his body is doing! Notice his body language: is his body directed towards you when you speak? Does he nod when you speak and gesture while he talks to you? If so, then he wants to give you all of his attention and is engaged in your interactions.^[12]
   
   • It’s about more than his body language when he’s speaking to you. Is he frequently facing your direction even when you’re not engaged in conversation?
   • If his attention is focused on you, his whole body will show it: his feet and chest will be turned toward you, and he might keep his arms open, rather than crossed, to convey engagement.

[Edit]He does things for you.

1. A guy who likes you will go out of his way to show it with his actions. There are friendly favors, and then there are “I love you” favors. All of those gifts he gives you or kind acts he goes out of his way to perform for you may indicate he’s fallen for you.^[13]
   
   • Is he thoughtful? Does he bring you coffee when you're having an intense study session, or get tickets for a movie you hinted that you want to see? If so, then he's probably hanging on to your every word and just wants to make you happy.

[Edit]He treats you differently from everyone else.

1. If he thinks you’re something special, he’ll show you special attention. Some guys may seem like they like you, but if they act the same way toward everyone, you can assume it’s just their personality. Study how he acts around other people to see if he shows them the same behavior he shows you. If he doesn’t treat you the same way he treats others, it means you’re special.
   
   • See if he's a perpetual flirt. Does he flirt with everyone in the room, or only you?
   • You can also look for the opposite sign. Does he flirt with everyone except for you? Then maybe he’s not flirting with you because you’re the only one he likes. He may respect you too much or be too nervous to tease you.

[Edit]He flirts with you.

1. Is he always teasing you, making you laugh, doodling in your notebook? This may feel like a no-brainer, but it may be harder to tell if he’s flirting with you than you think. Every guy has his flirting style (which is why it’s important to observe how he treats other people besides you), but make no mistake, a guy who likes you will flirt with you.^[14]
   
   • If he sends you a lot of emoticons when he’s texting, then he’s flirting with you.
   • If he’s always playfully hitting you or giving you a gentle shove, then he’s flirting with you.

[Edit]He’s always trying to hang out with you.

1. If he likes you, then he’ll want to be around you as much as possible. Whether it’s claiming you as a lab partner, asking if you’re going to that party next weekend, or directly inviting you to do something with him like see a movie, if he likes you, he’ll want to spend time with you.^[15]
   
   • Does he act like you’re the only person in the room when you’re hanging out in big groups? If you’re at a party or concert and he spends most of the night talking to you, then he wants to get closer to you.

[Edit]He tries to be alone with you.

1. A guy who likes you will want you to himself. Does he prefer to hang out one-on-one, or in big groups? Does he try to isolate you when you’re talking to multiple people? It could be a sign he wants to spend time with you alone.^[16]
   
   • If it’s always just the two of you, then he may see you as crush material. But if he’s always inviting 10 of his closest bros along, then he may see you just as another friend.

[Edit]He takes you to romantic places.

1. If all your hangouts feel like dates, that could be where his mind is at. Not only will a guy who digs you want to spend lots of one-on-one time with you, but he’ll also want to do romantic things with you in romantic places, like wine tastings at classy jazz bars, or Twilight movie marathons at the local theater (your mileage may vary). Where you hang out and what you do can tell you if he just sees you as a friend or if he wants all of your hang sessions to be more like dates.^[17]
   
   • Does he invite you to spend time in romantic locations like gardens, nicer wine bars, or places where you see couples hanging out for date nights? If so, then he may want to take your friendship to the dating realm.
   • Notice when he wants to hang out as well. Is he inviting you out to brunch, or does he ask you to dinner on a Friday night? Daytime hangs aren’t necessarily red flags (who doesn’t love brunch?), but nighttime is usually more romantic.

[Edit]Your friends think he likes you.

1. Your pals might be able to tell if he likes you or be able to find out. If your friends are around when you interact with your fella, they see how he treats you and can probably give you some perspective. You may be too blinded by Cupid’s arrow to be able to see the situation clearly, but your friends probably have some solid opinions on the subject.
   
   • Ask a friend to study the two of you next time you’re together and to report back. Just make sure the friend isn’t being too obvious.
   • Tell your friends to be honest. If they don’t think he likes you, or even know that he likes someone else, then you should benefit from the truth.
   • Ask your friends to do a little spying: if you’ve got a buddy who’s in his next class, ask them to see if he flirts with anyone in that class or if they ever hear him talking about you.

[Edit]His friends say he likes you.

1. If you’re feeling bold, ask his friends how he feels. This is a very dangerous step since there’s a chance they would run and report your question back to your crush. But if you don’t know who else to ask, or if you trust one of his friends, then casually ask how he feels about you.
   
   • Though this is a riskier step, his friends will have a better answer than your friends, since they have firsthand information from your guy.
   • This could also be a strategic move on your part: if you want him to know you like him but don’t want to tell him directly, asking his friend if he likes you could be a sneaky way to let him know how you feel since there’s a chance they’ll tell him you like him.

[Edit]He says he likes you

1. OK, majorly obvious, but if he tells you he likes you, he likes you. If you’re feeling fairly confident that the guy likes you and are tired of waiting around and reading the signs, it may be time to just tell him how you feel and ask if he feels the same way. He could be really shy and may be relieved that you’re taking the initiative.^[18]
   
   • Find some time to be alone with him. Make sure you don’t ask him when his friends are looking over your shoulder.
   • Be honest and open. Just say you have a crush on him and want to know if he shares your feelings. If he doesn't feel the same way, that's fine! At least you know and can move on.
   • You should only do this if you’re pretty sure that he likes you. If he has exhibited multiple signs of liking you, then be bold and ask him.

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Know if You Like a Guy
• Tell if a Natural Flirt Likes You

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-bad-looks-good/201904/how-tell-if-someone-has-crush-you
2. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/know-someone-attracted/
3. ↑ [v161253_b02]. 24 January 2020.
4. ↑ https://www.bps.org.uk/research-digest/laughter-and-love-boost-each-other-romantic-relationships
5. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/someone-likes-you/
6. ↑ https://www.lifecoach-directory.org.uk/articles/signs-someone-actually-likes-you
7. ↑ https://positivepsychology.com/communication-in-relationships/
8. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/someone-likes-you/
9. ↑ https://www.npr.org/2021/07/11/1014019821/flirting-how-to-dating-romance-advice
10. ↑ https://www.raq.org.au/blog/overcoming-jealousy-relationship
11. ↑ https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/physical-boundaries/
12. ↑ [v161253_b02]. 24 January 2020.
13. ↑ https://www.joinonelove.org/signs-healthy-relationship/
14. ↑ https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2008/07/flirtation
15. ↑ [v161253_b02]. 24 January 2020.
16. ↑ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0191886920300556
17. ↑ https://ifstudies.org/blog/the-power-of-date-nights
18. ↑ [v161253_b02]. 24 January 2020.

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How to Wrap a Present

Tips and tricks to wrap gifts perfectly for the holiday season and beyond

Wrapping a present is a kind gesture that can show someone how much you care, and it can make the gift feel even more special to your loved one. Luckily, you can wrap a present in just a few simple steps, and it’s pretty easy to do once you get the hang of it. We’ll take you through the entire process step-by-step, and we’ll go over some unique touches like bows and embellishments, as well. Keep reading for everything you need to know!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]How to Wrap Presents

1. Place your gift in a box. It's much easier to wrap something that has a square or rectangular shape. Sometimes, the gift itself will already come in rectangular packaging—in that case, you can skip this step. However, if your gift is an unpackaged item like clothing or a stuffed toy, you’ll need to place it into a gift box, which you can usually find in the same store aisle as the wrapping paper.^[1]
   
   • Remove the price tags from your gift at this point, as well. This is considered good etiquette, since the recipient doesn't need to know how much you spent. If you can’t remove the tag, get a pen and black out the price.
   • Make sure to secure any fragile items, like glass drinkware or candles, so they don’t move around and break. Wrap these items up in some tissue paper before placing them in the gift box.
   • If you don’t have a gift box and don’t have time to buy one, an old shoe box from somewhere around your house can work in a pinch. You can also make your own gift box using cardstock or felt.
2. Unroll your wrapping paper and lay the box topside down on it. Work on a flat surface, like a hardwood floor or table. Unroll the wrapping paper until you have a section that’s about twice the length of the box, but don’t cut it yet. Place the box in the middle of the paper (about halfway between the edge of the wrapping paper and the roll of wrapping paper) with the top facing down.^[2]
   
   
3. Wrap the paper over the box to estimate how much you’ll need to cut. Take the edge of the wrapping paper and wrap it around so it covers about half the box. Then, pick up the tube end of the wrapping paper and cross it over to estimate how much you’ll need. As a rule of thumb, your wrapping paper should be long enough to cover the box completely, and the two sides should overlap by about an inch or two.^[3]
   
   
4. Cut the paper so that the two sides slightly overlap. Once you’ve eyeballed about how much paper you’ll need, it’s time to make your cut. Using your scissors, cut a straight line across the upper layer of wrapping paper, separating it from the rest of the roll.^[4]
   
   
   • ”When you want to cut a straight line with scissors, it’s best to have a guide,” says arts and crafts specialist Amy Guerrero. “You can use a ruler to lightly draw a line with a pencil and then cut over the line.”^[5]
   • Or, if your wrapping paper has a repeating pattern, you can “find a part of the pattern to follow in a straight line to help your cut stay straight,” Guerrero recommends.^[6]
5. Tape one side of the paper to the box. Once you’ve cut the paper to the right size, grab your tape. Make sure your gift box is still centered, then lift up one side of the wrapping paper and fold it over the box (it should reach about halfway across it). Secure the paper to the bottom of the box with a piece of tape.^[7]
   
   
   • If you don’t have any tape, you can still wrap your gift, but it’s a bit of a different process. Check out this helpful guide on how to wrap presents without tape if you’re in this situation.
6. Fold over the other side of the paper and tape it down. Fold the other side of the paper over the top of the box. It should overlap slightly with the paper you just taped down. Place a piece of tape on the center of the box, securing the top layer of paper to the bottom layer.^[8] If you’re wrapping a large gift, you may need to use a few pieces of tape along the edge to make sure everything stays in place.
   
   
   • The edge of this piece of paper will be visible on the outside of your gift wrap. If you didn’t cut a super straight edge, you can fold the edge of the paper inward by about a half inch (1.2 cm) to create a clean line before taping it down.^[9]
   • If you don’t want your tape to be visible on the outside of the gift, opt for double-sided tape instead.
7. Tuck in the paper on the corners of the box. Two sides of the box will still have unfolded paper sticking out. Starting on one end of the box, push both sides of the paper inward, so they hug the corners of the box.^[10]
   
   
8. Crease the triangle-shaped folds. Folding the paper inward will create two triangle-shaped folds/flaps. Use your fingers to crease each fold so that it holds its shape.^[11]
   
   
9. Fold the upper and lower flap together and secure with tape. At this point there should be two triangle-shaped flaps at the end of the box. Fold the top flap down, making sure it is flat against the box. Next, fold the bottom flap upward so it’s overlapping the top flap. Secure this in place with a piece of tape.^[12] This side of the box should now be fully concealed by wrapping paper.^[13]
   
   
10. Repeat on the other side. Turn the box around and repeat the exact same process on the other side. Press the wrapping paper at the box's corners inward. Crease the triangle-shaped wings, then fold the upper flap downward and the lower flap upward. Secure the folds with tape.^[14]
    
    • And that’s it! You’ve completed a basic gift-wrap. You can stop at this point, or you can add some embellishments to make your gift stand out even more, which we’ll cover below.

[Edit]Adding Embellishments

1. Flip over the box. When adding embellishments, you want to work on the top side of the box (the side with no tape or seam). Flip the box over, so the top side is facing upward.
   
   
2. Add a To/From tag. It's always a nice touch to add a To/From tag on a package to give it a personal touch. You can use store-bought tags, or you can make your own by cutting decorative cardstock into the shape you’d like, writing the recipients name and your name on it, and taping it onto your gift.^[15]
   
   • Many store-bought gift tags are stickers, so you can easily stick them onto your gift. There are also tags that you can tie onto your gift with ribbon or string.
3. Tie a ribbon around the gift. Use a thick ribbon, which you can purchase at a department store or somewhere like Target. Turn the present upside down, so the seams you taped earlier are facing upward. Tape down the end of the ribbon in the center of the box, near where the two ends of wrapping paper are taped together. Loop the ribbon around the package length-wise until it circles the package completely. Cut the ribbon and tape down the other end.
   
   
   • If desired, you can also repeat this process and wrap the ribbon around the package width-wise to create a nice criss-cross effect.
4. Add stick-on bows. For an extra pretty touch, add a stick-on bow to the top of the gift. These bows have an adhesive sticker on the bottom, so you can secure them directly to the wrapping paper.^[16]
   
5. Use fake berries or herbs as embellishments. You can buy fake berries and herbs at a local gift shop or craft store. Hot glue these onto your presents as a fun, festive embellishment. This works great for winter holidays in particular, when things like red berries and holly are traditional decorations for the season.^[17]
   
6. Tie bells around the ribbons. String some bells through your ribbon before wrapping it around the present to add some flare. This is another great embellishment for the holiday season.^[18]
   

[Edit]Wrapping a Cylinder-Shaped Gift

1. Measure your object. Measure the circumference of the object using a measuring tape. Add to the circumference. Then, measure the rough length of the object from top to bottom and the diameter of the flat side.
   
   • To measure the circumference, wrap the measuring tape around the curve of the object.
   • To measure the diameter, measure the flat side of the object from one end to the other.
   • If an object has one flat side that's bigger than the other, measure the diameter of the bigger side.
2. Cut out your tissue paper. Cylinder objects should be wrapped in tissue paper instead of wrapping paper. Cut the tissue paper into the shape of a rectangle. The rectangle's width should be the object's circumference plus . Its height should be the diameter plus the length.
   
   • For example, say a circle's circumference was , its length was , and its diameter was . Your rectangle would be by .
3. Place the object in the center of the paper. Spread your paper out on a flat surface. Place the object in the rough center point of the paper.
   
4. Wrap the paper around the round side. Wrap one side of the tissue paper at a time around the rounder side of the cylinder. One side of the paper should overlap the other side slightly. Tape the upper layer of tissue paper to the lower layer at the midpoint of the object.
   
   
5. Twist both ends to enclose the cylinder. The paper on the flat side of the cylinder should still be sticking out. Starting on one end, pinch the paper at the base of the object and twist it around two or three times. Then, wrap a piece of tape around the twist to secure it. Repeat on the other side.^[19]
   
   
   • The wrapping job should resemble the wrapping of a piece of candy, like a Tootsie Roll.
   • This doesn’t apply for wine bottles (even though they are sort of cylindrical). Certified wine consultant Murphy Perng recommends wrapping one or two pieces of tissue paper around the bottle then placing the whole thing into a wine bottle gift bag.^[20]

[Edit]Why is this a good skill to have?

1. Wrapping gifts shows people that you care. Your loved ones will be excited to receive any gift from you, but they’ll be even more excited and impressed if the gift is beautifully wrapped. It shows them that you actually sat down and took the time to make the gift look its best, which is a big sign that you care.
   
   • Plus, once you learn how to wrap a gift once, you’ll pretty much have the skill locked in forever.
   • This means that you can impress friends and family with neatly wrapped, aesthetically-pleasing presents for many more birthdays, holidays, baby showers, and weddings to come.

[Edit]When is gift wrap not needed?

1. Certain gifts don’t need to be wrapped because of their size or shape. For example, things like gift cards or paper receipts for an experience (a spa day, a weekend getaway, etc) don’t need to be gift wrapped.^[21] Just place these inside whatever greeting card you’re using for the occasion, and seal it up in the envelope. You can also forgo wrapping paper for bigger gifts like bouquets, giant stuffed animals, appliances, or bicycles. Try tying a large bow or using a stick-on bow for these items, instead.
   

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Things You'll Need

• Wrapping paper
• Scissors
• Tape
• Tissue paper
• Bows
• Ribbons
• To/From tags
• Optional: Measuring Tape, Bells, Fake Berries/Leaves, anything else to make your gift extra festive!

[Edit]Printable Wrapping Paper

Printable Patterned Wrapping Paper

Printable Patterned Wrapping Paper

Printable Flower Wrapping Paper

Printable Flower Wrapping Paper

Printable Heart Wrapping Paper

Printable Heart Wrapping Paper

[Edit]Tips

• Clear postal tape is the best for wrapping gifts that are going through the mail, or that will be wrapped far in advance.
• You can prevent leftover gift wrap from unrolling by cutting an old toilet paper roll and sliding it around the gift wrap roll.

[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Make a Floral Bow
• Curl Ribbon
• Tie a Bow

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/christmas/gifts/how-to-wrap-christmas-presents/
2. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/christmas/gifts/how-to-wrap-christmas-presents/
3. ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-wrap-a-present-apartment-therapy-tutorials-213664
4. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/christmas/gifts/how-to-wrap-christmas-presents/
5. ↑ [v161599_b01]. 9 October 2020.
6. ↑ [v161599_b01]. 9 October 2020.
7. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/christmas/gifts/how-to-wrap-christmas-presents/
8. ↑ https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/holidays-celebrations/a32438162/how-to-wrap-gifts/
9. ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-wrap-a-present-apartment-therapy-tutorials-213664
10. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwGMdiWQ55g
11. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwGMdiWQ55g
12. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwGMdiWQ55g
13. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwGMdiWQ55g
14. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ux4brKS0Sac
15. ↑ http://www.southernliving.com/food/holidays-occasions/gift-wrapping-ideas#magnolia-gift-tags
16. ↑ https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/how-to-wrap-christmas-presents/?srsltid=AfmBOopvuNVmqZ86jjaqb9KL3AnajHmZONTFORcPW4rzTjNOgU9Gb6-D
17. ↑ http://www.southernliving.com/food/holidays-occasions/gift-wrapping-ideas#berry-surprised
18. ↑ http://www.southernliving.com/food/holidays-occasions/gift-wrapping-ideas#add-extra-sparkle
19. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yg2zbiTJJ4
20. ↑ [v161233_b01]. 31 January 2023.
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How to Read Palms

Your complete guide to unlocking the meaning behind palm lines

Imagine if you held everything you ever wanted to know about your fate, love life, and personality in the palm of your hand.^[1] Palm reading, also known as palmistry or chiromancy, is a mystical art practiced worldwide. It has its roots in Indian astrology and Roman fortune-telling—but you can hop into this ancient tradition today. Whether you're an aspiring palm reader or just looking for a fun way to impress your friends, we’ve got you covered. Read on for palm-reading charts and a complete guide to interpreting palm lines.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Intro to Palm Reading

1. Choose a hand. In palmistry, it is thought that:
   
   • For women, the right hand is what you're born with, and left is what you've accumulated throughout your life.
   • For men, it is the other way around. The left hand is what you're born with, and the right is what you've accumulated throughout your life.
   • That being said, you can also choose whichever hand is dominant to be your present/past life hand (the non-dominant hand would then be your future life hand).
     • There are different schools of thought on the matter. Some say the left-hand show's potential and what could be -- not necessarily what will be. And a difference in the hands could mean one is or is about to take action when it comes to their lives, changing it.^[2]
2. Identify the four major lines. There may be breaks in them, or they may be short, but at least three of them are there.
   
   • (1) The heart line
   • (2) The headline
   • (3) The lifeline
   • (4) The fate line (only some people have this).

[Edit]Reading the Heart Line

1. The heart line indicates emotional stability, romantic perspectives, depression, and cardiac health. This line can be read in either direction (from the pinkie finger to the index finger or vice versa), depending on the tradition followed. The basic interpretations are as follows:
   • Begins below the index finger - content with love life
     
   • Begins below the middle finger - selfish when it comes to love
     
   • Begins in the middle - falls in love easily
     
   • Straight and short - less interest in romance
     
   • Touches life line - heart is broken easily
     
   • Long and curvy - freely expresses emotions and feelings
     
   • Straight and parallel to the head line - good handle on emotions
     
   • Wavy - many relationships and lovers, absence of serious relationships
     
   • Circle on the line - sadness or depression
     
   • Broken line - emotional trauma
     
   • Smaller lines crossing through heart line - emotional trauma
     

[Edit]Interpreting the Head Line

1. The head line represents a person's learning style, communication approach, intellectualism, and thirst for knowledge. A curved line is associated with creativity and spontaneity, while a straight line is linked with practicality and a structured approach. The basic interpretations are as follows:
   • Short line - prefers physical achievements over mental ones
     
   • Curved, sloping line - creativity
     
   • Separated from life line - adventure, enthusiasm for life
     
   • Wavy line - short attention span
     
   • Deep, long line - thinking is clear and focused
     
   • Straight line - thinks realistically
     
   • Donuts or cross in head line - emotional crisis
     
   • Broken head line - inconsistencies in thought
     
   • Multiple crosses through head line - momentous decisions.
     

[Edit]Evaluating the Lifeline

1. The lifeline reflects physical health, general well-being, and major life changes. For example, it can reflect cataclysmic events, physical injuries, and relocation. This begins near the thumb and travels in an arc toward the wrist. Its length is not associated with length of life. The basic interpretations are as follows:
   • Runs close to thumb - often tired
     
   • Curvy - plenty of energy
     
   • Long, deep - vitality
     
   • Short and shallow - manipulated by others
     
   • Swoops around in a semicircle - strength, and enthusiasm
     
   • Straight and close to the edge of the palm - cautious when it comes to relationships
     
   • Multiple life lines - extra vitality
     
   • Circle in line indicates - hospitalized or injured
     
   • Break - sudden change in lifestyle
     

[Edit]Reading the Fate Line

1. The fate line is also known as the line of destiny. It indicates the degree to which a person's life is affected by external circumstances beyond their control. This line begins at the base of the palm. The basic interpretations are as follows:
   • Deep line - strongly controlled by fate
     
   • Breaks and changes of direction - prone to many changes in life from external forces
     
   • Starts joined to life line - self-made individual; develops aspirations early on
     
   • Joins with the lifeline around in the middle - signifies a point at which one's interests must be surrendered to those of others
     
   • Starts at the base of the thumb and crosses lifeline - support offered by family and friends.
     

[Edit]Interpreting the Hands, Fingers, Etc.

1. Determine the hand shape. Each hand shape is associated with certain elements and character traits. The palm length is measured from the wrist to the bottom of the fingers. The basic interpretations are as follows:
   
   • Earth Hands - broad, square palms and fingers, thick or coarse skin, and ruddy color; length of the palm equals the length of fingers
     • Solid values and energy, sometimes stubborn
     • Practical and responsible, sometimes materialistic
     • Work with their hands, comfortable with the tangible
   • Air Hands - square or rectangular palms with long fingers and sometimes protruding knuckles, low-set thumbs, and dry skin; length of the palm less than the length of fingers
     • Sociable, talkative and witty
     • Can be shallow, spiteful and cold
     • Comfortable with the mental and the intangible
     • Does things in different and radical ways
   • Water Hands - long, sometimes oval-shaped palm, with long, flexible, conical fingers; length of the palm equals the length of fingers but is less than the width across the widest part of the palm.
     • Creative, perceptive and sympathetic
     • Can be moody, emotional and inhibited
     • Introverts
     • Do things quietly and intuitively.
   • Fire Hands - square or rectangular palm, flushed or pink skin, and shorter fingers; length of the palm is greater than the length of fingers
     • Spontaneous, enthusiastic and optimistic
     • Sometimes egoistic, impulsive and insensitive
     • Extroverts
     • Do things boldly and instinctively.
2. Look at the mounts. That's what the fleshy bit below your fingers are called, on the opposite side of your knuckle. To make them visible, cup your hand just a bit. Which one is the largest?
   
   • A high Venus mount (the one under your thumb) indicates a predisposition for hedonism, promiscuity, and the need for instant gratification. A non-existent Venus mount indicates little interest in family matters.
   • The mount under your index finger is called the Jupiter mount. If this is well-developed, it means you are dominant, possibly self-centered, and aggressive. A lack of one means you lack confidence.
   • Under your middle finger is the Saturn mount. A high mount shows you're stubborn, cynical, and prone to depression. If it is low, it's an indicator of superficiality and disorganization.
   • The Sun mount is under your ring finger. You're quick-tempered, extravagant, and prideful if you have a high Sun mount. A low Sun mount means you lack imagination.
   • The Mercury mount is under your pinkie. If it's protruding, you talk too much. A low mount means the opposite -- you're shy.
     • None of this is based on science, and hands are known to change throughout time, so don't take this information too seriously.
3. Examine the hand and finger size. Relative to the size of the body, some say that small hands are active and don't dwell on thinking about what to do. Large hands are on those who are contemplative and slow to action.^[3]
   
   • Remember, this is relative to the body. If you're tall (2.4 m), you're going to have bigger hands than a 4-year-old. It's all proportional.
   • What're more, long fingers may be an indicator of anxiety, in addition to being well-mannered, good-looking, and delicate. Short fingers are found on impatient, highly sexed, and creative.
   • Long fingernails, on the other hand, mean you're kind and a good secret keeper. Short fingernails mean you're critical and sarcastic. If they're almond-shaped, you're sweet and diplomatic.^[2]

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[Edit]Tips

• Remember palmistry is a spiritual practice, and not evidence-based. You can make your own life decisions, no matter what your reading says.
• Make sure the lighting in the area you are planning to read palms is good because trying to do it in the dark makes it difficult to get a good read.
• Note the texture of the hand, front and back. Soft hands signify sensitivity and refinement, while rough hands signify a coarse temperament.
• Find your child line. Make a fist with your right hand. Look on the outer side of your hand, near the pinky. The number of lines you have will be the number of children you produce (the line connecting the finger to the hand does not count as a child line). Of course, personal choice, birth control, and success or failure to hitch up with someone will also have more concrete reasons for how many children you have.
• Don't concern yourself with the thinner and shallower lines. Only follow the main four that are deepest. Getting involved with the other lines could lead to confusion. Leave these lines for a professional.
• The deeper the fate line (if you have one), the better estimate of how long you live.
• Since palm lines change as you progress through life, palm reading is seen by many as an opportunity to reveal what's already happened, but not as a way of predicting the future.^[4]

[Edit]Warnings

• Remember that palm reading is for entertainment purposes, and there is no substantiated evidence of a correlation between palm features and psychological traits.
• If you're going to read someone else's palms, keep it light. Don't make any dark predictions that will make people worry about their lives or predictions that influence others to harm themselves.

[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Do a Modern Palm Reading
• Calculate the Age of a Person Using Palmistry
• Read Palm Lines

[Edit]Expert Interview

Thanks for reading our article! If you’d like to learn more about palm readings, check out our in-depth with [v162054_b01].

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ [v162054_b01]. 22 November 2022.
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1} http://galadarling.com/article/palmistry-101
3. ↑ https://cafeastrology.com/lovepalmistry.html
4. ↑ http://www.catalogs.com/info/spirituality/how-to-read-palms.html

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