Elvis Presley
Self-Image
The writer channels his vitality where it is needed at the moment. He jumps from one thing to another with a minimum of stress. There is no special emphasis on any particular area of life, but he seems to fling the energy in a variety of directions with little focus. Some part of his body is always moving in a constant discharge of energy. Flexible and ready to adapt, he has no trouble making last-minute adjustments.
Elvis suffers from a strong degree of internal conflict, feeling pulled first one way, then another. These conflicts may be related to a particular situation, but it is more likely the way he generally faces life. His sense of pride compels him to do his best, always. He wants others to see him in the best possible light, so that if he believes he has been less than authentic, it leaves him feeling troubled and let down. Elvis tries to use good judgment, but his emotions often get the better of him.
Graphological justification: Emphasis is on the picture of movement. There is very little rhythm or regularity in the writing, and the organization is disturbed; but the clear line spacing indicates some ability to keep his perspective. The lower zone is disproportionate to the other zones, and is overly long and malformed. This indicates unresolved conflicts and past issues. As Felix Klein might say, "he dipped his bucket into the well of the subconscious and did not like what he found there."
Inner Drives
It is important for Elvis to make sure his expectations are within a realistic range; otherwise he will set himself up for disappointment. He has high standards for himself, sometimes beyond what he can handle. He is not possessive or jealous about ownership, but has a rather casual approach. Elvis enjoys beautiful, luxurious surroundings as much as the next person, but he can perform just as well in less elegant surroundings. He is somewhat torn between being conservative and being extravagant. While he may be artful and inventive, Elvis does not appear to have the confidence needed to allow his creativity to blossom to its full potential without support and encouragement.
Graphological justification: Again, movement is emphasized. He is driven, rather than being the driver. There is a lack of proper steering, which suggests someone who was restless and uncertain about where he wanted to go. The tall upper zone and high-crossed t-bars indicate his high standards and need to push himself beyond his limitations. The muddy ductus may be at least partly due to multi-generational photocopies, but it does seem to point to what is known about Elvis as someone who over-indulged in drugs and other sensual outlets. The secondary threading is a sign of feeling "strung out."
Intellectual Style
He is willing to listen to new ideas even when they do not match his current perceptions, and his point of view is open to adjustment on some levels. Stimulated by opportunities for learning, he is quick to take hold of new information. A quick thinker who uses good judgment, Elvis finds it natural to tap into his intuition and sum up people or situations quickly and easily.
Graphological justification: Although there is a great deal of repression in the writing, the overall spacial arrangement is open. There are also occasionally some expanded letters in the upper zone. Thus, even though he preferred to stick with what he knew intellectually, he was not totally closed-minded. Intuition is indicated in the thready quality of the connecting strokes, with wide letter spacing in many words. However, the inconsistency reveals that he more often would jump to conclusions without benefit of enough facts.
Social Style
His apparent generosity may have a hidden price. It could be money, time, or admiration. In other words, he may be tempted to buy friendships. He gives indication of being forthright in what he says, but what he does not say and does not talk about may be entirely another matter. Keeping a sense of humor helps him see the lighter side of things. When Elvis needs some space, you can expect him to disappear for a while, physically, emotionally, or both. He welcomes physical contact and loves to hug and hold his partner close. Elvis expects you to take care of yourself while visiting at his home. His outward restraint may lead others to believe he is shy, but modest probably is a more accurate term. He probably makes sure you are well supplied with food and drink, then leaves you to take care of yourself.
Graphological justification: The long, wandering lower zone and overall picture of restless movement are often chosen by those who are profligate in their generosity. Add to that the lack of controls and excess and extravagance are indicated. The irregularity in letter and word spacing, combined with the extremely variable middle zone show difficulty with social boundaries. His affability and congeniality would be mixed with bursts of irritability and a need to be alone, which could make life difficult for those in his sphere of influence, as they would never know what was coming.
Emotional Responses
His enthusiasm is highly contagious. Elvis has a big heart that often overflows with emotion. Once he takes up a cause, it is only a matter of time before everyone around him joins him in it. He will attempt certain activities or tasks if he has been successful at the same thing in the past. However, if his endeavors have proved unsuccessful, he is less likely to try again. He is reasonably resourceful, but prefers to take a conservative path when problems arise. His concern for others, while strong, is not carried to extremes. When Elvis is feeling down and depressed, afraid that his hopes and dreams are not going to materialize, he is apt to engage in positive self-talk. He tells himself that tomorrow is another day and things are bound to get better.
Graphological justification: The overflowing of emotion is seen in the strong variability and inconsistency manifest throughout the writing (the original sample is 5 pages). A combination of thread and angles is used by the manipulator who does whatever is expedient to get his needs met. The tendency towards conservatism whenever possible is revealed in the copybook style of writing and the retracings and narrowness which show fear of the unknown.
Work Style
He is diligent in pursuing his goals, even when they are not as interesting as he thought they would be. When he faces too many obstacles or if a project becomes too routine and boring, he may be tempted to give up. However, an innate sense of responsibility keeps him going until he has finished what he started.
Graphological justification: Again, the restless movement, including unsteady baseline and uneven right margin suggest someone who tends to be easily sidetracked. However, he does continue to the end of the line and has apparent strong pressure (inconclusive due to examining a photocopy), which help see him through.
Red Flags
A need for excessive control may prompt this person to demean others and build himself up to make them feel less. A lack of inhibitions indicates someone who does not always consider the needs of others. Therefore, he is probably not averse to taking up the time, energy, and resources of others, whether they welcome his presence or not. Elvis is the type of person for whom every relationship degenerates into a power struggle. He must be right, must win, must come out on top in every discussion.
He seems to be looking for satisfaction from sources outside himself, rather than seeing that his needs must first be met on an inner level. Elvis has a variety of responses to similar situations: blunt one minute, bold, full-speed-ahead the next; back-into-the-shell, you first, out of my way, I refuse to move, and so on. He is restive and unsettled, which can cause a sense of unease in the people around him.
Graphological justification: More of the same. Restless movement, unevenness, variability. The need to be right is seen in the over-connectedness, which indicates an insistence on intellectualizing, or "thinking through" his feelings and trying to reason them out, rather than just feeling them.
The writer channels his vitality where it is needed at the moment. He jumps from one thing to another with a minimum of stress. There is no special emphasis on any particular area of life, but he seems to fling the energy in a variety of directions with little focus. Some part of his body is always moving in a constant discharge of energy. Flexible and ready to adapt, he has no trouble making last-minute adjustments.
Elvis suffers from a strong degree of internal conflict, feeling pulled first one way, then another. These conflicts may be related to a particular situation, but it is more likely the way he generally faces life. His sense of pride compels him to do his best, always. He wants others to see him in the best possible light, so that if he believes he has been less than authentic, it leaves him feeling troubled and let down. Elvis tries to use good judgment, but his emotions often get the better of him.
Graphological justification: Emphasis is on the picture of movement. There is very little rhythm or regularity in the writing, and the organization is disturbed; but the clear line spacing indicates some ability to keep his perspective. The lower zone is disproportionate to the other zones, and is overly long and malformed. This indicates unresolved conflicts and past issues. As Felix Klein might say, "he dipped his bucket into the well of the subconscious and did not like what he found there."
Inner Drives
It is important for Elvis to make sure his expectations are within a realistic range; otherwise he will set himself up for disappointment. He has high standards for himself, sometimes beyond what he can handle. He is not possessive or jealous about ownership, but has a rather casual approach. Elvis enjoys beautiful, luxurious surroundings as much as the next person, but he can perform just as well in less elegant surroundings. He is somewhat torn between being conservative and being extravagant. While he may be artful and inventive, Elvis does not appear to have the confidence needed to allow his creativity to blossom to its full potential without support and encouragement.
Graphological justification: Again, movement is emphasized. He is driven, rather than being the driver. There is a lack of proper steering, which suggests someone who was restless and uncertain about where he wanted to go. The tall upper zone and high-crossed t-bars indicate his high standards and need to push himself beyond his limitations. The muddy ductus may be at least partly due to multi-generational photocopies, but it does seem to point to what is known about Elvis as someone who over-indulged in drugs and other sensual outlets. The secondary threading is a sign of feeling "strung out."
Intellectual Style
He is willing to listen to new ideas even when they do not match his current perceptions, and his point of view is open to adjustment on some levels. Stimulated by opportunities for learning, he is quick to take hold of new information. A quick thinker who uses good judgment, Elvis finds it natural to tap into his intuition and sum up people or situations quickly and easily.
Graphological justification: Although there is a great deal of repression in the writing, the overall spacial arrangement is open. There are also occasionally some expanded letters in the upper zone. Thus, even though he preferred to stick with what he knew intellectually, he was not totally closed-minded. Intuition is indicated in the thready quality of the connecting strokes, with wide letter spacing in many words. However, the inconsistency reveals that he more often would jump to conclusions without benefit of enough facts.
Social Style
His apparent generosity may have a hidden price. It could be money, time, or admiration. In other words, he may be tempted to buy friendships. He gives indication of being forthright in what he says, but what he does not say and does not talk about may be entirely another matter. Keeping a sense of humor helps him see the lighter side of things. When Elvis needs some space, you can expect him to disappear for a while, physically, emotionally, or both. He welcomes physical contact and loves to hug and hold his partner close. Elvis expects you to take care of yourself while visiting at his home. His outward restraint may lead others to believe he is shy, but modest probably is a more accurate term. He probably makes sure you are well supplied with food and drink, then leaves you to take care of yourself.
Graphological justification: The long, wandering lower zone and overall picture of restless movement are often chosen by those who are profligate in their generosity. Add to that the lack of controls and excess and extravagance are indicated. The irregularity in letter and word spacing, combined with the extremely variable middle zone show difficulty with social boundaries. His affability and congeniality would be mixed with bursts of irritability and a need to be alone, which could make life difficult for those in his sphere of influence, as they would never know what was coming.
Emotional Responses
His enthusiasm is highly contagious. Elvis has a big heart that often overflows with emotion. Once he takes up a cause, it is only a matter of time before everyone around him joins him in it. He will attempt certain activities or tasks if he has been successful at the same thing in the past. However, if his endeavors have proved unsuccessful, he is less likely to try again. He is reasonably resourceful, but prefers to take a conservative path when problems arise. His concern for others, while strong, is not carried to extremes. When Elvis is feeling down and depressed, afraid that his hopes and dreams are not going to materialize, he is apt to engage in positive self-talk. He tells himself that tomorrow is another day and things are bound to get better.
Graphological justification: The overflowing of emotion is seen in the strong variability and inconsistency manifest throughout the writing (the original sample is 5 pages). A combination of thread and angles is used by the manipulator who does whatever is expedient to get his needs met. The tendency towards conservatism whenever possible is revealed in the copybook style of writing and the retracings and narrowness which show fear of the unknown.
Work Style
He is diligent in pursuing his goals, even when they are not as interesting as he thought they would be. When he faces too many obstacles or if a project becomes too routine and boring, he may be tempted to give up. However, an innate sense of responsibility keeps him going until he has finished what he started.
Graphological justification: Again, the restless movement, including unsteady baseline and uneven right margin suggest someone who tends to be easily sidetracked. However, he does continue to the end of the line and has apparent strong pressure (inconclusive due to examining a photocopy), which help see him through.
Red Flags
A need for excessive control may prompt this person to demean others and build himself up to make them feel less. A lack of inhibitions indicates someone who does not always consider the needs of others. Therefore, he is probably not averse to taking up the time, energy, and resources of others, whether they welcome his presence or not. Elvis is the type of person for whom every relationship degenerates into a power struggle. He must be right, must win, must come out on top in every discussion.
He seems to be looking for satisfaction from sources outside himself, rather than seeing that his needs must first be met on an inner level. Elvis has a variety of responses to similar situations: blunt one minute, bold, full-speed-ahead the next; back-into-the-shell, you first, out of my way, I refuse to move, and so on. He is restive and unsettled, which can cause a sense of unease in the people around him.
Graphological justification: More of the same. Restless movement, unevenness, variability. The need to be right is seen in the over-connectedness, which indicates an insistence on intellectualizing, or "thinking through" his feelings and trying to reason them out, rather than just feeling them.
Biography of Elvis Presley
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Many volumes could be (and have been) written about Elvis the entertainer and personality. So rather than document areas that others have done so well, we thought we might cover some of the less well publicized parts of Elvis' life.
Background: Elvis:
Elvis exhibited many compulsive/obsessive qualities throughout his life which both helped and hindered his personal and public life. One of the areas that Elvis wanted to excel in was acting. He wanted to be the next James Dean and as a result was obsessed with Dean. He anguished over the fact that the roles he was given in movies were not (in his mind) substantial. Elvis knew all the words to "Rebel Without A Cause" that featured James Dean and Natalie Wood. Elvis sought out Wood because of her connection to James Dean. That relationship ended when Natalie came to visit Graceland and Elvis' mother Gladys (who was domineering and jealous) drove Natalie away. Natalie confided to her sister Lana that "he can sing, but he can't do much else". Elvis served in the army between 1958 and 1960 stationed in Germany. |
Right after Elvis was discharged from the Army, he brought the then 16 year old Priscilla Beaulieu to Graceland where she was kept in a pristine state until Elvis married her on 5/1/67. His obsessive control over Priscilla extended to forcing her to dye her hair black (like his own) and the wearing of heavy eye makeup. After the birth of their daughter Lisa Marie (9 months to the day after being married), Elvis would not become intimate with Priscilla again. Their marriage ended in divorce in 1973.
Elvis was very generous both to friends and acquaintances and was known to lavish expensive gifts when the whim hit him. One of his gifts, a pink Cadillac (for his mother) is permanently displayed on a huge cement pedestal on Elvis Presley Blvd in Memphis. In fact, his overly generous nature cost him most of his personal fortune. That fortune was not restored until Priscilla, who as executor, managed the Presley estate (that Lisa Marie inherited), and built it up again. Elvis is reported to have been somewhat of a voyeur and enjoyed watching others have sex, particularly women. Elvis also preferred the dark and had rooms at Graceland painted black for that reason. Elvis' lifestyle was hard for many to keep up with. He would sleep all day and party all night. Elvis liked rich food and was fond of peanut butter and banana sandwiches that were fried in butter. He also like grits cooked in the same manner and had a refrigerator in his room well stocked with junk food. He could consume large quantities of popsicles at a sitting. This compulsion for eating would carry over into eating binges in his later life. Elvis had a gun collection and was a karate expert, earning a black belt. President Nixon gave him a position as a special agent dealing with, ironically, drugs which later dramatically affected his life. Elvis didn't like to be alone and would surround himself with others, some his friends and others paid to accompany him. The Memphis Mafia as it was called and Elvis would frequent many night spots in Memphis. A little known fact is that two of Elvis' hit records were adaptations of Italian ballads. One of the songs, "It's Now Or Never", was a rework of the Italian ballad "O Sole Mio" written in 1899. The preceeding information was researched by Rosa Silvestri and Marie Crouch. Other Links to Elvis Presley websites: Guest Analyst: Sheila Lowe, CG This analysis was generated by the Sheila Lowe's Handwriting Analyzer Sheila Lowe and RI Software at http://www.writinganalysis.com |
