I know, what you think. Facial and body language

1.3. Cheekbones: Will, Aggression, Stability

A person’s face is not just a surface. It is a map. On it there are plains, valleys, hidden paths and mountain ridges. And if you look closely, especially at the cheekbones – you can read a lot. More than words will say. More than behavior will show. Because cheekbones are the architecture of character.

Sharp Cheekbones: Incisors of Inner Will

Cheekbones, sharp, as if carved by a chisel – a trait of those whose life is a path of intense concentration. These people are, as a rule, restrained, composed, as though their inner selves are gathered in a fist.

They live not by inertia, but by intention. Every step is well thought-out. Every decision is weighed. Inside them is a string stretched between past and future, between fear and desire, between “I can’t” and “I must.” These are people whose inner world is not a quiet garden, but a mountain trail. They do not complain. They do not rush to share. Their strength is in the ability to be silent and to act. In their cheekbones is carved their toughness, their drive for control, their readiness to go all the way, even if the whole world is against them. Sharp cheekbones are like the tip of a dagger: beautiful, but dangerous. Don’t touch – you won’t be unscathed.

Soft, Smoothed Cheekbones: Flow, Kindness, Empathy

Cheekbones barely noticeable, smoothly blending with the line of the face – like waves that don’t crash, but caress the shore. These are the faces of those who move toward others. Those who listen before they speak. Who feel – even when they do not speak of it. Softness in the cheekbones is not from weakness. It is not a sign of submission, it is a sign of inner depth. These people do not run into the fray. They are those who bind wounds, who remain afterwards, who look into eyes when everyone else turns away. These are faces without sharp edges – because they do not cut. They accept. Such people have immense emotional resilience. Not in shouting, not in fists, but in the ability to hold another’s pain. For a long time. Quietly.

High Cheekbones: Born Observers and Bearers of Strength

Cheekbones rising under the eyes like two fortresses – found among those in whom energy lives, the desire to act, to be, to influence. This is a trait of leaders, observers, strategists. These people seem always “in the know.” Not because they control everything – but because they feel. Their gaze is sharp, squinting. They don’t just look – they see through. High cheekbones underscore this feeling: as if under their eyes there are not bones, but antennas. They pick up signals, vibrations, motivations of other people. These are faces with obvious strength. Sometimes – with charisma. Sometimes – with manipulativeness. But in any case they have influence. Their cheekbones are props of confidence. It is as if they hold the whole face in tension, in readiness – for speech, for action, for choice.

Low, Flattened Cheekbones: Quiet Resilience and Earthly Warmth

Cheekbones, almost invisible, set low, as if nature tried to hide them from the world – this is a trait of those who live in realities. They are not dreamers. They are not strategists. They are earthbound. Their value lies in reliability. They rarely promise more than they can deliver. But if they promised – they deliver. Their face is often simple, almost unremarkable, but in that there is depth. They do not play roles. Do not build masks. What is – that is what you see. Their cheekbones carry no challenge – and in that lies their honesty.

Asymmetric Cheekbones: Inner Contradictions, Power of Change

When one cheekbone is slightly higher, or a bit more angular, or when the face seems to tilt to one side – before you is a person mutable, fluid, living in half tones. There lives duality in them: they can be kind and brutal; strong and vulnerable. They do not have one “truth” – they have several. Asymmetry is often a reflection of trauma, breakthroughs, or internal conflict. Such people can swing to extremes. They may change life directions sharply, but not chaotically – in search of themselves. In that unevenness – the truth of life: for no one is absolutely straight. We are all a bit asymmetric inside. But for such people it comes out, into the architecture of the face.

Prominent Cheekbones with Strong Jaw: Frontal Fighters

If cheekbones protrude sharply and transition into a solid, wide jaw – before you is a front-line person. They do not go around things. They go straight. They do not seek diplomacy – they are focused on outcome. These are warrior-faces – not necessarily physical. They could be lawyers, managers, activists, doctors – anyone. But their common trait is the ability to take a blow and not yield. In those cheekbones – a fighting spirit. Not simply will, but will stripped to the nerves. Cheekbones are like the architect’s signature on a building. They don’t always shout about themselves. But they are the foundation. Through them you can tell how a person reacts to pressure. What lies under their skin – fear or resolve. Softness or restrained aggression. Acceptance or control. People have learned to read eyes – but cheekbones read something else. Not emotions, but structure. Not mood, but character. Look at cheekbones – and you’ll see: who is before you. A warrior, a listener, a wanderer or a leader. Because a face lies. But cheekbones – never. Sometimes you look at someone and see: those cheekbones they did not shape themselves. Those came from ancestors. From those who plowed the land, survived in the steppes, hid in trenches, built cities from ash.

Such cheekbones – dense, strong, a little rough. There is no glamour beloved by gloss, but there is power – inexplicable, ancient. It seems not anatomy, but the call of the tribe. In them is genetic memory: of those who did not fear. Who held on. Who did not complain when it hurt. And a person with such cheekbones can be soft, even vulnerable – but his face already carries the message: “I stand here not alone. In me – a whole lineage.” Such cheekbones are not chosen. They are inherited. Like a heavy name, like fate. You do not argue with them. You simply carry them. Or hide them – if ashamed of your strength. There are other cheekbones – those not given at birth, but carved by will.

In youth such faces are often round, soft, diffused. But with years – they sharpen, become narrower. The jaw becomes sharp, the cheekbones noticeable. As if a person themselves sculpted them from fear, from challenges, from pain. This is especially visible in those who lost much. Who bit their lips when they could not scream. Who learned to say “no,” when before they lived in appeasement. Such cheekbones – not just bone. They are armour. They are the layer of slaps you did not flinch from, but stood firmer. You look at that face and understand – it was not born like that. It became like that. It earned itself. And then there are faces – complex, ambiguous. They seem to have cheekbones, and then not. In profile they appear and disappear. Then seem symmetrical, then not. Lines break, forms tangle.

These cheekbones – like a metaphor of an inner labyrinth. In such people there is always a second layer. What you see – is not all. They may seem sharp – but inside delicate. Or appear gentle – but hide a wolf’s resolve. You cannot be superficial with them. You cannot “read” them in a minute. They live on several planes at once. Their face – not a portrait. It is a multilayered mosaic, assembled from half-tones, unspoken things, internal contradictions. A cheekbone – sometimes emerges into the light – sometimes retreats into shadow. Like an emotion left unsaid. Like a strength not shown. Sometimes, cheekbones look as if they’re tired themselves. They are heavy, wide, with a smooth transition into a dense lower jaw. There’s no aggression in such faces. There is – history.They are like stones, shaped by time. These people may have a weary gaze, a slightly hunched back – but the cheekbones still hold the face. They hold it, like the enduring columns of an old building. You look at these cheekbones and understand: this person didn’t just “live” – they survived. They’ve been washed ashore more than once after the storm. They know the value of words. Behind them – not just years, but loss. And still – they stand. It’s not “bravery.” It is – quiet continuation. There are cheekbones you can barely see. They are thin, delicate, like porcelain. Light passes over them gently, not lingering. These faces – like watercolors. There’s no harshness in them, no angles. There is – refinement. Often, they belong to artists – painters, musicians – or simply people who feel too much. They don’t hold the world – they let it pass through them. Every word – wounds. Every touch – leaves a trace. Their cheekbones – like a fragile boundary between this world and another. They may be beautiful. Even ethereal. But in them is a fragility you want to protect. Or, on the contrary – that frightens you, because behind it lies an infinite depth.Cheekbones are not just bone structure. They are inner accents. They are what the face is built upon.And if you know how to see – you’ll begin to understand: Whose cheekbones are a shield. Whose – a blade. Whose – a vessel. And whose – a scar. And when you look at someone – don’t rush to examine their eyes. The eyes can deceive, because in them there’s always a performance. But the cheekbones – always tell the truth. They do not know how to lie.

1.4. The Chin: Persistence, Control, Fear

The human face is a facade. But the chin – is the foundation. It goes unnoticed. It doesn’t shine like the eyes, doesn’t betray emotion like the lips, doesn’t grant grandeur like the cheekbones. But it is the point of support. The last line that stays still when the whole face trembles. The chin – is a nod to fate. Or a refusal to submit to it.

Chin as Resistance

Look at the one who stands before a challenge. Don’t look into their eyes. Look at their chin. If it’s raised – that’s not just a gesture of pride. It’s an internal laying-stone: “I will not bend.” Chin up – even if fear churns in your stomach, even if your legs feel like lead. It is a muscular shield, an instinctive protest, the last bastion before surrender. The world strikes – and you don’t lower your head. You just clench your jaw – and the chin remains in battle position. That is persistence. Not anger. Not bravery, but what comes after them: persistence – when you already fell, but still try to hold your chin up at the level of the horizon.

Chin as Conductor of Control

Have you ever noticed how one controls voice, speech, even silence? It all starts with the chin. A speaker who wants to be heard doesn’t just speak – they move their chin. They may push it slightly forward – and the voice sounds firmer. They may press it down – to create an effect of humility. They may freeze – and a pause will hang, heavier than words. Politician. Teacher. Manipulator. Predator. All of them know: he who controls his chin controls the dialogue.

And also – the chin reveals lies. When someone says “I am calm,” but the chin trembles – they are not calm. It’s not controllable. It’s the deep nerve, the reflex, a breach of inner control. Because the chin is connected with vulnerability. It is near the throat. Closer than anything. It is like a guard standing at the entrance to the soul. And a guard’s hands shake when truly afraid.

Chin as the Map of Fear

There are faces where the chin is slightly tucked. Just a bit. Almost imperceptible. But if you look closely – you see: the person seems to be holding themselves by the throat from the inside. This chin does not live, it is clenched, withdrawn. That is how fear hides. Not the kind that shouts. But the kind that lives with a person for years. Fear of rejection. Fear of failure. Fear of loneliness. This chin is not a throne. It is a cage. It does not carry will, it squeezes it. And the person may seem confident outwardly, may laugh loudly – but the chin does not lie. It trembles betrayingly at a whisper. It disappears in conflict. This is a chin tired of holding tension.

Stubborn Chin: A Donkey with a Granite Neck

And there are others. Chin forward, as if the person wants with their whole body to break through the wall with their forehead. These people don’t seek compromise. They don’t ask – they push ahead. In children, stubbornness is seen precisely there – when the lips are already twisted, and the chin is thrust into the air. In adults it becomes a character trait. Such a person can be difficult. Sometimes – impossible. But it is such a person who pulls the work forward when everyone else gives up. They do not admit defeat. Even when losing – their chin is like a bayonet: forward, forward, forward. Yes, they may be blind. Yes, they

may not always listen to others. But they have an engine built into their jaw.

Double Chin: Symbol of Softness or Armor?

In culture people often joke about double chins – as if weakness, extra weight, insecurity. But that is superficial. Sometimes a person with a double chin is softness in body, but stone in soul. A person who feels no need to prove anything to anyone. Their chin isn’t sharp like a blade, because they do not wave it like a flag. They live by other values. And sometimes – yes, it is armor. A layer between feelings and the world. A way to hide vulnerability. Like a soft collar you cling to when you feel afraid.

The Chin in History: A Silent Symbol of an Era

In Roman sculpture, the chin is a symbol of power. In emperors, it is always angular, masculine, pronounced. It was shaped not by the sculptors – but by the idea: “I am the law.”

In portraits of royal courts, chins are often small, but raised – not out of strength, but out of arrogance. This is no longer power – it is distance. In 20th-century portraits, the chin became human. It trembles in a soldier. It is lowered in a poet. It is clenched in a doctor who couldn’t save. The chin is not just a shape. It is a state of time. People look into the eyes to read mood. They watch hands to predict action. They listen to the voice to sense intention. But the real truth – is beneath the lips. The chin doesn’t speak. It holds. It holds you in place when you want to run. It holds back a scream. Or silence. It holds dignity. Or fear. There is essence in it. And maybe that’s why it’s so overlooked. It’s like a weight. And weights don’t scream about themselves. They simply hold.

The Chin – a Mark of the Final Word

The chin governs how a person finishes a conversation – both literally and figuratively. For example, people with a firmly protruding chin often strive to have the last word. They speak decisively, may be stubborn arguers. If someone ends phrases with a slight lift of the chin – it’s an unconscious attempt to assert their opinion.And if, on the contrary, the y lower the chin at the end – they are more inclined to yield, to seek compromise. A chin under tension – is a signal of conflict. When a person holds back emotions, especially anger or anxiety, one of the most reliable indicators is the muscles of the chin and beneath it (including the sublingual area). Fine trembling in the chin = inner tension, a suppressed reaction. Stiffness or asymmetry = insecurity, “chewing over” a decision internally. Even if the face appears calm, the chin can reveal a hidden inner storm.

Interesting: many influential people have a pronounced square chin. This is not only anatomy but also a “signal of dominance” in nonverbal culture. Sometimes, in conversation, a person literally “presses” their chin down, especially during conflict. This is not just a gesture – it is psychological suppression. Such a gesture is often combined with lowered eyebrows and narrowed eyes. It is the behavior of an aggressor who unconsciously “looms,” even while sitting at the table. If you notice this micro-gesture – be careful. It says: “I am ready to dominate.” With age, the chin “drops” not only because of muscles but also due to the heaviness of life. People who have experienced losses and disappointments often carry this in the settling line of the chin. But an interesting nuance: in truly strong-spirited people, the chin retains a “resilient” shape – not anatomically, but in the direction of movement.It is always slightly forward, even if the person is old and physically weak. Superman, Batman, Hercules – always have a powerful, masculine, square chin. This is no coincidenceIt has become an archetype of strength, determination, and heroism. Villains, especially in animation, often have an elongated or excessively angular chin – as an exaggeration of control, coldness, manipulation.

In Eastern tradition, especially in Chinese physiognomy (miànxiàng), a long chin is considered a sign of wisdom, longevity, and a “reserve of energy” for old age. An interesting fact: men who grow a beard only on the chin may subconsciously try to strengthen their “mask of control,” add “firmness” to themselves, or, on the contrary, hide weakness in the lower part of the face. This choice is often not about fashion – but a correction of the internal signal the person wants to transmit. The chin is a gesture that never became a gesture. It does not shout. It simply holds the face in a certain position. And by this – it speaks. It tells how confident a person is without using words. It shows where the person has broken and where they have grown. It indicates whether they are ready to listen or have already decided everything.

Chapter 2: The Eyes – Windows of Truth. The Eyes

The eyes are not the mirror of the soul. That’s a cliché. The eyes are oceans filled with time, through which currents of fear, desire, power, guilt, and attraction break through. They are not just holes through which we look at the world. They are cracks through which the world looks at us – and judges. Some have eyes quiet like a forest lake, hiding cunning or fatigue. Others have prickly eyes, as if carved from flint. Still others have endless, elusive eyes, as if whole worlds lie behind them, but access is closed. Words can lie. The body can pretend. But the gaze reveals what the person does not even know about themselves. Because the gaze is not a reflection – it is an emission. It is a vector: it is aimed somewhere. It attacks, flees, demands, embraces, hides – and in this choice, truth is born. That is why, if you want to know a person – don’t listen. Look. Not at the face. Not at the smile. But into the eyes. They are not just part of physiognomy.They are the navigation center of human nature.

2.1 Eyes: Position, Size, Depth of Gaze – as a Map of Character and Potential

Position of the Eyes

Widely spaced eyes

Like wide-open gates – such people are often open, easily accept new ideas, and are tolerant of others’ space. Often this indicates good spatial thinking, a tendency to see the whole picture rather than details. These people adapt easily, quickly “grasp” the atmosphere, and don’t intrude into others’ souls without invitation. But at the same time, they can be distracted, forget details, and not “read into” the essence.

Closely spaced eyes

Like horse blinders – focused, concentrated, intense. These people think finely, deeply, narrowly, sometimes obsessively. Often this implies a tendency toward analysis, perfectionism, attention to small details, sometimes suspicion. Such people are often cautious; they need time to open up. They may also overestimate threats and often fear expanding boundaries.

Symmetry or asymmetry of eye placement

Symmetrically placed eyes indicate inner order, logical thinking. One eye slightly higher or wider is a subtle sign of inner conflict. Such people are often dual: outwardly one thing, inwardly another. Usually, these traits belong to people in creative professions – artists, writers, manipulators, philosophers.

2.2 Size of the Eyes: Scale of Perception and Degree of Sensitivity

Large eyes

These eyes soak up the world like a sponge. People with such eyes tend to be emotional, sensitive, and observant. They are easily excited, inspired, but also easily hurt. They often have a strong visual imagination and a creative mindset. By nature, these are open people who “trust their eyes” and do not hide their reactions.

Small eyes

These eyes are like aiming sights. They don’t look – they assess. The character of a person with such eyes is rational, restrained, cautious. Such people are not inclined to express emotions. They have an analytical mind and strategic thinking. They conserve energy, “observe carefully,” and don’t rush headlong into relationships.

Almond-shaped eyes

The most universal and balanced shape. Like a smooth, elongated raindrop. This shape implies high intuition, flexibility, and the ability to “read” the environment in its owner. Such eyes are found in people who can be different: calm and sharp, gentle and decisive. They know how to keep distance without closing off and show warmth without spilling over. These eyes are often found in people who are diplomatic, wise, and internally stable.

Interestingly, almond-shaped eyes in animals are often found in those who are both hunters and observers – foxes, wolves, cats.

Narrow, “slit-like” eyes

These eyes look squinted even when calm. They seem to be constantly analyzing something. Their character: thoughtful, secretive, practical.

These people have internal discipline, conserving energy, time, and emotions. Often they are critical thinkers, not easily swayed by external impressions. They never fully show what they feel. Even if they love – they show it sparingly. They may be suspicious, closed to new things, and have difficulty trusting. Interestingly, in Eastern cultures, narrow eyes are associated with self-control and inner order.

Deep-set eyes

These eyes look out from the shadows, as if from inside a cave. But there is no darkness there, only depth. Such eyes indicate seriousness, strategic thinking, and a tendency toward self-reflection in their owner. These people do not rush to open up or let everyone into their space. Their inner life is often much richer than their external activity. Often they are introverts with a vast inner world. Many tend toward isolation, guardedness, and excessive self-control. It has long been noted that many philosophers, writers, and “quiet leaders” have deep-set eyes.

Bulging eyes

These eyes seem to hang over the world. They don’t just look – they jump out into space. People with such eye shapes are often spontaneous, lively, prone to hyper-reactions. They are very communicative, vividly express emotions, “speak with their eyes,” and at the same time are impatient, quickly excited, sometimes anxious or dramatic. In groups, they are noticeable, loud, impulsive. They are at risk of emotional overload; many have tendencies toward panic and sudden mood swings. Notice that many actors-comedians and charismatic TV hosts often have bulging eye shapes.

Downturned outer corners of the eyes (sad eyes)

In such eyes, it’s as if someone has already cried. Even if the person is smiling. People with such eyes have a delicate emotional makeup, nostalgia, and a tendency toward self-sacrifice. Often – compassionate, but a little tired. As if they carry the sadness of other people with them. These people are good listeners, gentle friends, but rarely truly relax. They can be dependent on attachments, prone to “living someone else’s pain.” Such eyes are often found in those who have “overworked” emotional burdens in life – therapists, teachers, older brothers and sisters.

Upturned outer corners of the eyes (predator eyes)