what books should I read? (graphology books I recommend)

Summary

In this video, Leah discusses her approach to learning graphology, emphasizing the value of diverse perspectives and practical application. She shares her experience with online resources and books, highlighting the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation's recommended reading list. Leah also demonstrates her book selection process, focusing on modern works while acknowledging the importance of historical context. She concludes by sharing her affordable choices for graphology textbooks and her strategy for finding the best deals online.

Takeaways

• 📚 The speaker uses a combination of online PDFs, binge-watching graphology videos, and personal testing to build their knowledge in graphology.
• 🔍 They have a basis of knowledge from various perspectives, which helps in understanding the commonalities and differences among graphologists.
• 💡 The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation's website is a valuable resource for study documents, approved courses, and recommended readings in graphology.
• 📈 The speaker emphasizes the importance of publication dates in the appendix of the foundation's recommended readings, noting that some books are much older than listed.
• 🛒 The initial cost of purchasing all recommended graphology books would be $252.54, but the speaker decides against spending this amount.
• 📝 The speaker is interested in newer works, particularly those published within the last 20 years, for their relevance to modern graphology practices.
• 📘 They opt for a selection of books that are either recent or provide a different perspective, such as a book on symbolism in handwriting published in England.
• 🛍 The speaker uses Google Shopping to find affordable editions of the books they are interested in, including 'Gestalt Graphology' and 'The Definitive Book of Handwriting Analysis'.
• 💰 The total cost for the selected books is $46.21, a significant saving compared to the initial estimate.
• 🔑 The speaker values the content and descriptions provided on Amazon, even though they are not supportive of the company's owner, Jeff Bezos.
• 📹 The video aims to share the thought process behind selecting and purchasing books on graphology and promises a follow-up video reviewing the purchased books.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video script?

The main topic of the video script is about the speaker's approach to selecting and purchasing graphology textbooks for further study and reference.

What resources does the speaker use to gather knowledge on graphology?

The speaker uses a combination of online PDFs, binge-watching graphology videos, and listening to various perspectives from interviews to gather knowledge on graphology.

Why did the speaker decide to spend money on graphology textbooks?

The speaker decided to spend money on graphology textbooks because their channel is now making money, and they want to invest in more comprehensive resources for their studies.

What is the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation and how does it relate to the speaker's research?

The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation is an organization that provides educational resources, study documents, and approved courses related to handwriting analysis. The speaker used their website as a starting point for researching which books to buy.

What is the significance of the dates mentioned in the appendix of the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation's recommended reading?

The dates are significant because they indicate the publication or reprint date of the books, which can be important for understanding the historical context and relevance of the information within the books.

Why did the speaker decide not to spend $252.54 on graphology books?

The speaker decided not to spend $252.54 on graphology books because some of the books were very old and not necessarily relevant to the modern approach to graphology they are interested in.

What is the speaker's strategy for finding affordable graphology books?

The speaker's strategy involves using Google Shopping to search for specific titles and editions, then comparing prices from different sellers to find the best deals.

What are some of the titles the speaker is interested in purchasing?

The speaker is interested in purchasing titles such as 'Gestalt Graphology' by Felix Klein, 'The Definitive Book of Handwriting Analysis', and 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to Handwriting Analysis'.

Why is the speaker cautious about relying solely on letter-specific traits in graphology?

The speaker is cautious about relying solely on letter-specific traits because it can lead to an analysis that may be misleading or not in the intended direction if taken out of context.

What is the total amount the speaker plans to spend on the selected graphology books?

The speaker plans to spend a total of $46.21 on the selected graphology books.

How does the speaker intend to share their findings and purchases with the audience?

The speaker intends to share their findings and purchases by providing links and references in the video description and possibly creating a follow-up video to review the books they bought.

Outlines

00:00

📚 Investing in Graphology Textbooks

The speaker discusses the process of selecting graphology textbooks for purchase, emphasizing the importance of considering various perspectives within the field. They mention using online PDFs and watching numerous videos to build a broad understanding. The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation's website is highlighted as a valuable resource, especially for its study documents and recommended readings. The speaker also humorously reflects on the high cost of purchasing all recommended books and decides against spending a large sum, instead opting for a more budget-conscious approach by focusing on newer and more relevant works within the last 20 years.

05:02

🛍️ Budget-Friendly Graphology Book Shopping

In this paragraph, the speaker shares their strategy for finding affordable graphology books online. They mention using Google Shopping to locate specific editions and compare prices across different platforms. The speaker expresses interest in books that offer a fresh perspective, such as those published in England, and highlights the importance of gestalt principles in graphology. They also discuss the value of certain books for their content on forgery detection and symbolism in handwriting. The summary concludes with the speaker's decision to purchase several books at a reasonable total cost, reflecting their thought process and approach to selecting resources for their graphology studies.

Keywords

💡Graphology

Graphology is the study of handwriting to analyze personality traits and other psychological aspects of an individual. In the video, the speaker discusses their interest in graphology, mentioning the use of online PDFs, videos, and books to expand their knowledge on the subject. The video's theme revolves around the speaker's journey to deepen their understanding of graphology and their decision to invest in textbooks to further their study.

💡Handwriting Analysis

Handwriting Analysis refers to the examination of a person's handwriting to draw conclusions about their character or mental state. The video's content is heavily focused on the speaker's exploration of handwriting analysis, particularly in the context of graphology. The speaker mentions various sources, including the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation, to highlight the legitimacy and depth of study in this field.

💡American Handwriting Analysis Foundation

The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation is an organization that provides resources and standards for handwriting analysis. In the script, the speaker was contacted by one of the chairs from this foundation, which led them to explore the foundation's website for study documents, approved courses, and recommended readings, indicating the foundation's role in promoting professional development in graphology.

💡Study Documents

Study documents are materials used for learning and research purposes. The speaker mentions these documents as a valuable resource provided by the American Handwriting Analysis Foundation, which include formal citations and recommended readings, serving as a starting point for the speaker's exploration of graphology literature.

💡Gestalt Graphology

Gestalt Graphology is a branch of graphology that applies the principles of gestalt psychology to handwriting analysis, emphasizing the importance of context and the whole rather than isolated elements. The speaker expresses interest in a book titled 'Gestalt Graphology' by Felix Klein, which they believe will help them apply gestalt principles to their analysis, showing the relevance of this concept to their study.

💡Symbolism

In the context of graphology, symbolism refers to the interpretation of specific elements in handwriting as representations of deeper psychological meanings. The speaker shows interest in a book by Max Pulver on symbolism in handwriting, indicating a desire to understand how certain handwriting traits can symbolize broader concepts or characteristics.

💡Trait Stacking

Trait stacking is a concept mentioned by the speaker that seems to involve the analysis of multiple handwriting traits together to form a more comprehensive understanding of a person's character. This concept is likened to the gestalt approach, emphasizing the importance of context in analysis, as opposed to focusing on individual traits in isolation.

💡Forgery Detection

Forgery Detection is the process of identifying handwriting that has been falsely created to deceive. The speaker is interested in a book titled 'The Definitive Book of Handwriting Analysis' that includes information on detecting forgeries, highlighting the practical applications of graphology in areas such as fraud prevention.

💡Reprint

A reprint refers to a new edition of a book that has been previously published. The speaker discusses the importance of distinguishing between the original publication date and the reprint date when evaluating the relevance of graphology books, as this can affect the currency of the information presented.

💡Robert Saudek

Robert Saudek is mentioned as an important figure in the history of graphology, known for conducting experiments related to handwriting analysis in the 1930s. The speaker values understanding the historical context and contributions of individuals like Saudek to appreciate the development of graphology as a field.

💡Idiot's Guide

The 'Idiot's Guide' is a series of books designed to provide easy-to-understand introductions to various topics. The speaker mentions 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to Handwriting Analysis' as a book they considered purchasing, noting its affordability and relevance to their study, despite the somewhat humorous title implying it's for beginners.

Highlights

Leah discusses her book recommendations and sources for graphology, highlighting the use of online PDFs and learning from various perspectives.

She emphasizes the importance of testing graphology theories in practice to determine their consistency.

Leah mentions her channel's revenue, which allows her to invest in graphology textbooks.

The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation's website is a valuable resource for study documents and recommended readings in graphology.

An appendix from the foundation provides a comprehensive list of graphology sources with formal citations, including authors, titles, and publication dates.

Leah explores the cost of purchasing all recommended books from the appendix, finding it to be quite expensive at $252.54.

She notes the age of some books, with some dating back to the 1950s, and the importance of understanding the history of graphology.

Leah points out discrepancies in the publication dates listed in the appendix, suggesting some may be reprint dates rather than original publication dates.

She argues that while historical knowledge is important, modern graphology practices may not require such old texts.

Leah shares her strategy for selecting newer and more relevant books, focusing on works from the last 20 years.

She expresses interest in specific books, such as Max Pulver's book on symbolism in handwriting from 1994 and Sheila Lowe's guide from 2004.

Leah demonstrates how to find and compare book prices using Google Shopping.

She selects books that focus on gestalt principles and handwriting analysis, which align with her interests in modern graphology practices.

Leah discusses the affordability of the selected books and the decision to purchase physical copies for ease of reference.

She totals the cost of the selected books, emphasizing a more budget-conscious approach to acquiring knowledge in graphology.

Leah plans to review the purchased books in a follow-up video, providing further insights into their content and value.

The video concludes with Leah's intention to share her thought process and sources for those interested in graphology books.

Transcripts

ok it is the holiday season people ask me all the  time, Leah what are your book recommendations,  

your sources etc. I use online pdfs which I will  link in the description I also have a huge basis  

of knowledge from binge watching other graphology  videos and hearing as many different perspectives  

as I can, so that I can see what sort of things  are shared among graphologists as well as what  

stuff is different from different graphological  perspectives. so ive watches interviews,  

videos, I also have the online pdfs which I  reference and also I test this stuff out myself  

and I put this stuff in practice, and I see ok  this stuff stays consistent, the stuff doesn't  

but never the less its still very helpful to have  books I use a limited amount of online pdfs that  

are free but I thought, my channel is making  money now which thank you!! I have money now,  

not alot but today were gonna spend money on some  graphology textbooks were not gonna break the bank  

but were gone do it and I have several carts  filled up and im gonna show you the research I did  

in order to figure out which books to buy, which  books not to buy. anyway this all started because  

I got reached out to by one of the chairs form  the American handwriting analysis foundation  

and I went on their website to like peruse and I  was like oh yes I have been here before because I  

remember going on to their study documents. gosh  I really should have gotten them to like sponsor  

me before doing this but the cool thing about  their website - the American handwriting analysis  

foundation - ill put a link tp them in the  description but they have under education/research  

they have study documents. they also have  approved courses, stuff on certification,  

publication, research, what I find helpful is  study documents. im in education and research and  

then they've got all these things and they have  recommended reading at the bottom. so they have an  

appendix. and this appendix is very helpful bc it  has everything in formal citations so you an see  

the authors the title the publication company  where it was published and most importantly  

the date. thats like the most important thing so  they have a graphology section they have a bunch  

of graphology sources, and thy have a psychology  and they have some other stuff but yeah were gonna  

be looking at graphology textbooks. and actually  was looking at this earlier and check out my cart  

I went to the he who must not be named website and  I just wanted to see what it would look like if I  

found every book that I could In their appendix  on amazon and added it to my cart just to see  

like a rough ballpark of how much money I would be  spending. I would be spending $252.54. and alot of  

these are paperback used. this isn't graphology  this is actually a different book I was looking  

at about analyzing children's art but yeah some  of them are very cheap and some of them are very  

expensive. so thats kindof why you see the realty  high price tag. but anyway were not gonna do that  

were not gonna drop 250 dollars like if I wanted  to flex and make a really youtubery video and just  

be like ok f%ck everything im gonna spend over  half of this months paycheck on graphology books  

just to flex in a video, not im not gonna do that.  because if you look at the dates as I mentioned  

earlier some of them are very old you've got stuff  as old as '68, '86, '75, 1950, and here's the  

thing, some of these dates aren't correct actually  because I was on amazon looking at some of these  

books and some of these books are actually from  alot earlier than that like for example I think  

this one it says something else but its actually  '47 because the date on the appendix idk what  

that date is referencing but I think its  referencing the print date of that specific  

reprint. so if its like a reprint of a book then  its gonna have a different date versus if its the  

original when it was originally published not when  it was printed so anyways my point is some of the  

books on this appendix are extremely extremely  old. which I think can be helpful especially if  

your trying to learn like the history of  graphology and like where these concepts  

come from and thank it is important to know about  some of these people like especially Robert Saudek  

I hope im pronouncing his name right but he did  alot of experiments handwriting what in like 1930?  

or something but anyway- so like its important  to know about these early works to a certaIn  

extent but for the most part especially the  kind of graphology that I do which is very  

modern use alot of graphologists won't analyze  print they dont really look at the new generation  

and how we write. anyways. my point is you dont  need to spend 250 $ on books I actually have a  

fun alternative. I wrote down on a piece of paper  some of the newest works in this list that im most  

interested in im most interested in anything thats  like within the last 20 years. I ws interested  

in ma heifers book from 2008 im interested in max  pulvers book on symbolism in handwriting from 1994  

so thats a little old, but I was interested in  this book A because its symbolism which is cool  

because then I can use some of that knowledge and  apply some of that to drawings at least that was  

my thought process. also its published in England  and you know alot of these books especially the  

current ones are published in the US and im like  id rather have a different perspective e because  

English people do write differently also its like  semi current so I was invested in that book and I  

was interested in sheila Lowe the complete idiot's  guide to handwriting analysis second edition  

from 2004 im not a. complete idiot so I was kind  of on the fence about buying it but I found it or  

really cheap on this like second hand website  im looking for that one And then Felix Klein  

gestalt graphology form 2007 A its form 2007 so  its earlier but also gestalt! because I talk about  

gestalt all the time very much resonate with the  idea of applying gestalt principles to graphology  

thats like basically what im talking about when  I talk about trait stacking whenever I say like  

putting something in context, whenever I say  like you know you have keep in mind exceptions.  

that way of thinking is basically gestalt. so  im gonna show you where I found these books.  

ok I found gestalt graphology here from this  weird website basically all I did to find  

these books is I went on google shopping like  google shopping like you go to the shopping tab  

lets say im looking for Felix Kleins gestalt  graphology, I copy and paSte this section.  

and boom there it is and you just double check it  s the edition that you're looking for and then you  

can see you've got a list of different prices. im  gonna buy that one I also found a bunch of other  

books for like super c heap look at those low low  prices im sure shipping is gonna be- oh wait free  

us shipping our 9 $ okay lets go discover books  lets go im just gonna show which books im getting.  

im getting gestalt graphology, im getting the  definitive book of handwriting analysis I wanted  

this one specifically because its says detecting  forgeries a huge part of how graphology is used  

is detecting forgeries. especially like fraud  anyways so I was very interested in hat book, even  

though im not a complete idiot I wanted to get  the complete idiots guide to handwriting analysis  

because it was super cheap and it was current.  otherwise I really like this basic book this  

basic book is like my favorite book that exists on  graphology thats not true I think I have another  

online pdf that I like but really really really  like this book even though some of the letter  

speciffic traits are a bit much for me meaning  I think that you really need to be careful with  

letter specific traits because you can get carried  away and then it'll pull your analysis in a  

direction it was never meant to go in if your just  relying on letter specific traits but whatever im  

getting this one even though I have it as a pdf  online I would like a physical copy so I can open  

the book and show you. also its like so cheap so  how much are we spending today lets do the math  

12.68 on discover books then were spending 16.23  and I wanted symbolism in Handwriting 17.30 so  

this is probably the most expensive book lets see  how much money I spend today im spending 46.21  

well im gonna put my credit card info off camera  obviously but anyways short sweet vid but I wanted  

to provide these links references etc as a place  for people to go to this video can also share with  

you my thought process when buying books. I like  amazon even though I dont like supporting Jeff  

Bezos one of the reasons I like amazon is bc it  tells you something about the author like this  

is a book I might buy anyways because I think  it looks interesting cause A its new but also  

the description is like so nice anyways,  wanted to make this video because I get alot  

of questions about sources and where bio go when  buying books this appendix is just a really good  

jumping off point because all of these are like  peer reviewed etc. this appendix is like approved  

by a handwriting analysis foundation whatever  ill make apart 2 of this video where I like  

review all the books that I bought but for now  im gonna check out ok bye see you next time!!