July 31, 2008
Dacia, 39
www.dscribe.net
A guy I hooked up with four years ago just friended me on Facebook. What does this mean?
It most likely it means he wants to look like a little stud-muffin and have as many hot chicks on his Facebook page as possible.
What can you tell about a potential partner by their handwriting?
What do you want to know? You can tell almost anything from someone's handwriting. When I was single, I used handwriting analysis to screen potential lovers. I did indeed find my Prince Charming almost nine years ago, and yes, I got his handwriting before agreeing to go out with him. The main thing with dating and handwriting is will this person be compatible with you.
My girlfriend writes in really bubbly, eighth-grade-style handwriting, complete with circles over the i's. Is this some sort of sign to steer clear?
The i dot is called a tittle. It can indicate a romantic need, especially in women, the Hollywood-romance-novel type of daydreams. The eighth-grade style of writing says that person is mostly concerned with the present moment and their day-to-day issues. These types of writers can easily be eating out of your hand with a few compliments and a pat on the back. On the flip side, this writer may be immature and there may be other indications of low self-esteem, which if that is the case, yes, you may want to steer clear.
What's the best thing about dating a handwriting expert?
I don't know if there is a "best thing." My husband won't write anything for me anymore. In fact, he cuts words from the newspaper and glues them to a notecard when he needs to leave me a message or grocery list. Often he complains I've reduced him to serial-killer communications!
I just met a guy who I really hit it off with — except, during the course of the conversation, I lied and said I was a vegan. I'm not. How should I let him know?
Um... why would you say that? Is he a vegan? If he is and you're not, there definitely could be potential problems over a long-term relationship. Perhaps you could tell him you've been experimenting with vegan recipes and know there is something to it and you're always striving to be healthier. Assure him there is plenty of "meat" you love — oops, did I say that?
How can I make my handwriting look sexy?
What do you mean by sexy? The lower zone of writing is usually where sexual indications are found, but when you change your writing you change your behavior — be careful what you add or subtract. It could be more detrimental than helpful.
Chrissi, 39
What can you tell about a potential partner by their handwriting?
I can tell whether their head is in the clouds or their mind is in the gutter. I can also tell whether they've matured at all since grade school.
My girlfriend writes in really bubbly, eighth-grade-style handwriting, complete with circles over the i's. Is this some sort of sign to steer clear?
If she is still writing as though she is in the eighth grade then you will be dealing with the mindset of an eighth grader. Is she also writing in pink ink with a feather attached to the end of her pen? Unless you're nostalgic for your teen years, I'd steer clear.
What's the best thing about dating a handwriting expert?
They can spy on people for you. Just give them a sample of somebody's handwriting and they'll let you know what your friends, your boss, your therapist is really thinking about.
The first time I met my boyfriend's friends, I got nervous and drank way too much during the evening. The next time I see them, is it better to mention that I'm aware I may have been inappropriate, or ignore it and hope they didn't notice?
Let them know you know you were a drunken lush and that it won't happen again. Believe me, they noticed!
How can I make my handwriting look sexy?
Just make it look like the human form. Lots of curves and circles or lots of ovals and angles — you get the picture.
I totally flaked out on a guy I went on a few dates with and stopped returning his phone calls. Now I'm having second thoughts. Are there any ways to start over? Have I missed my opportunity?
There's always a chance to start over. But if you call him again, make sure your second thoughts won't turn into third thoughts.
Scott, 40
www.mystictwins.com
A guy I hooked up with four years ago just friended me on Facebook. What does this mean?
It means he's coming back for seconds. Maybe he's recently hit a dry spell.
What can you tell about a potential partner by their handwriting?
Relating to romantic relationships, a good handwriting analyst can tell you if a person fears commitment, avoids conflict, lacks a good sense of discernment (necessary to identify and understand personality and relationship issues), is emotionally mature or immature, is impulsive, fears intimacy, is restless, is self-conscious, lacks self-esteem and ego strength, has an excessive interest or disinterest in sex, fears success, fears trusting others, has a tendency to withdraw, and much more.
My girlfriend writes in really bubbly, eighth-grade-style handwriting, complete with circles over the i's. Is this some sort of sign to steer clear?
On the one hand, she may be very sweet and sympathetic, and she may put things in very simple terms, but it depends on your level of tolerance, and how much you want to be her daddy figure.
The first time I met my boyfriend's friends, I got nervous and drank way too much during the evening. The next time I see them, is it better to mention that I'm aware I may have been inappropriate, or ignore it and hope they didn't notice?
Perhaps they enjoyed your inappropriateness. The way to test this is to do it again.
I just met a guy who I really hit it off with — except, during the course of the conversation, I lied and said I was a vegan. I'm not. How should I let him know?
Tell him you lied to get in his pants. The ladies may not like to hear this, but guys do.
How can I make my handwriting look sexy?
Looking sexy and actually projecting sexiness are different, in relation to handwriting. To actually project sexiness, on a subconscious level, try the following: increase your writing pressure, but make sure it's consistent; increase the size (width and length) of your lower-zone loops, such as those on the letters y and g; make sure you finish the lower-zone loops by coming all the way back up to the baseline (where letters such as "a" and "e" sit) and beyond it so as to not project sexual frustration (just one indicator); make your writing slightly muddy-looking, as this is one sign of strong sensual appetites; and also make sure to avoid very small writing, along with wide word-spacing, as these are two signs of someone who is not socially inclined.
Kathi, "wise beyond her years"
www.RateYourDateBook.com
What can you tell about a potential partner by their handwriting?
You can tell so much that it's easier to give you the only four things it can't tell! Handwriting doesn't predict the future, reveal an age or sex, or whether the writer is left- or right-handed. But, otherwise, you can tell who wears sexy lingerie or who loves sex but hates to initiate it.
My girlfriend wants to invite her ex to a party we're hosting. I don't want him there, but I don't want to seem jealous. What should I do?
First, get honest. Are you jealous? Your handwriting can tell if you might be. Get some grapho-therapy before the party. (Bonus: You can change unwanted behavior by changing your handwriting.)
I'm dating three guys right now, and all of them seem to think we're exclusive. Is there any advantage in letting them know I'm currently playing the field?
Yes. The advantage would be that you'd still have your head when they find out. It may not be chopped off if you tell them now. Honesty is always the best policy, whether you are playing the field or playing for keeps.
I totally flaked out on a guy I went on a few dates with and stopped returning his phone calls. Now I'm having second thoughts. Are there any ways to start over?
There is only one way to find out. Seek him out, speak from your heart, admit your mistake and be sincere. You might be surprised. But if you get rejected, learn from your mistake and move on.
How can I make my handwriting look sexy?
Think sexy and confident, feel sexy and confident. If you genuinely 'feel' it, your writing will 'reveal' it. Corny but true! n°
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