For those unfamiliar with face reading (physiognomy), it’s the science of determining personality by the features of the face. Around for an estimated 4 thousand years, it’s been well-studied, and dozens if not hundreds of books have been published on the topic.

What can we tell about presidential hopeful Barack Obama from his face? While I can’t post a photo here for you to study, try Google Images and you’ll find many options.

Low-Set Downward Angled Eyebrows:

Wants to get things done without delay. Needs to be in control mentally. Gets “in the zone” and dominates the conversation when familiar with the subject.

Somewhat Close-Set Eyes:

Focused, good with details, perfectionist leaning. Easily sees flaws and desires to change them. Becomes engrossed in the topic of the moment.

Mostly Hidden Eyelids:

Analytical thinker. Needs some personal time alone every day, can still get close to people without being clingy.

Dark Brown Eyes:

Inspired, enthusiastic spirit tends to magnetize others. Loaded with energy. While demanding about some matters, is lax about others.

Even Teeth with Pointed Canines:

Balanced in thought and action, not one to go overboard, logical, comfortably confident. Underlying tenacity, aggressiveness.

Wide Mouth, Triangular Lower Lip:

Quick to offer opinion. Natural orator, prefers large audiences and the spotlight. Builds suspense by shaping ideas, events, strong statements. Extroverted, social, outgoing.

Reverse Triangle Face Shape:

Idealistic, quick to love, receptive and versatile. May suffer sensitivity to criticism and unrealistic expectations.

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