Choose the hand you want to read
Identify the major lines on the palm
Find the heart line
Find the head line
Find the life line
Find the fate line
Observe the length, depth, and clarity of each line
Check for breaks, forks, chains, and crosses
Look at the mounts beneath each finger
Examine the shape of the hand and fingers
Compare both hands for differences
Interpret the thumb for willpower and flexibility
Interpret the fingers for personality traits
Interpret the palm texture and color
Combine all features before drawing conclusions