The life line starts between the thumb and index finger and curves around the thumb mount (the Mount of Venus).
Common readings
- A deep, clear line is taken to show steady energy
- A faint line suggests a gentler, more sensitive pace
- A wide curve points to enthusiasm; a close curve to caution
- Breaks or islands mark phases of change or stress
An important correction
Line length does not predict how long you will live. Traditional readers treat it as a sign of vitality and life experience, not lifespan.