Start with the dominant hand for current life patterns and the non-dominant hand for inherited traits
Observe the overall hand shape
Check the finger length and finger shape
Look at the thumb size, flexibility, and angle
Identify the major lines: heart line, head line, life line, and fate line
Examine the depth, length, and clarity of each line
Note any breaks, forks, chains, islands, or crosses on the lines
Study the mounts beneath the fingers and on the palm
Compare the spacing between fingers
Observe the texture, color, and firmness of the palm
Look for special marks such as stars, triangles, squares, and tridents
Read the heart line for emotions and relationships
Read the head line for thinking and decision-making
Read the life line for vitality and lifestyle patterns
Read the fate line for career and life direction
Combine all features instead of relying on one sign alone
Compare both hands for changes and consistency