The size of the script is the first thing we will look at. There are basically three different sizes of script—large, medium, and small—but I have also included a discussion of very small script. Size of script expresses personal self-esteem, self-confidence, and adaptability to other people. Varying sizes within the same script indicate that the writer can be inconsistent and rather erratic.
The size of handwriting in graphology is important, for it reveals how he or she feels about and interacts with family and friends. The size of the writing is one indication of how much the writer wants to be noticed in much the same way that clothing style and color does. When we look at what people are wearing, we assume that someone wearing bold colors wants to be noticed more than someone who chooses to wear neutral tones.
Usually the first thing we notice about someone's handwriting is the size, especially if it is particularly large or small. Just knowing the sample's size opens up an insight into the writer's personality.
People whose writing is large tend to stand out in a crowd. They like to be noticed and thrive on being the center of attention. These people are ambitious and confident, they tend to have a broad perspective on life, and they can make an impression on everyone they meet. They are bold individuals, driven by their egos. In handwriting, large, bold writing typically says, “Notice me!” People with large handwriting may be those in the public eye, such as politicians, television personalities, pop stars, and actors.
Large handwriting
active
adventurous
good self-esteem
possibly overgenerous
self-confident
self-reliant
Individuals with large handwriting can have great organizational skills and can show courage and a strong character. They do things on a grand scale but they are not good at handling details.
arrogant
boastful
conceited
easily distracted
extravagance
insensitive to others
lack of self-discipline
poor observation
possibly accident-prone
vague, nebulous concepts
Medium-sized handwriting
Those individuals whose writing is medium-size, or normal, are flexible and adaptable. These practical, realistic, and balanced people can work well on their own or with others; they can be team leaders or team players and have strong organizational skills. A writer of this type might be found in a large company as the office manager, plodding away with repetitive work but still having the ability to monitor the activities in the rest of the office. People with medium-size writing tend to have a sensible approach to life, know how to keep a balance between work and play, are well-liked in their working environment, and have many friends.
adaptable
caring
flexible
good judgment
practical
sensible
sociable
trustworthy
nosy
overfriendly
pedantic tendencies
Small handwriting
People with small handwriting tend to be objective in their outlook. They are usually private individuals who avoid the limelight and keep very much in the background. These are people who use their brains rather than their brawn. People with small handwriting have a tendency to analyze everything, including their own thoughts and feelings.
maturity
prudence
realism
feelings of inferiority
inhibition
self-limitation
Very small handwriting
Tiny writing is associated with very intelligent people who intellectualize most things. These modest, humble people can be introverted, but they have good concentration skills. Very small, cramped handwriting can reveal an inferiority complex. People with very small handwriting are introspective and do not seek attention for themselves; they value their privacy more than anything else, and being of an introverted nature, they find it hard to interact with groups of people. An individual with very small handwriting is hiding his or her personality behind a facade of caution and reserve; this person is not interested in an active social life and can be discriminating when choosing close friends and associates.
accurate
can concentrate
modest
limited interests
little creative imagination
pedantic
self-inflicted isolation
temporary depression
Some doctors have such small handwriting that it is practically illegible. Scientists, researchers, and mathematicians, and also those who are dealing with facts and figures, are normally found to have very small writing.
