12.1.6. WIDE AND NARROW HEADS
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Width – or narrowness – of the head can be effectively gauged from the back and the resultant findings applied to the types just listed.

An average, well-balanced head – which can be judged by its proportions — usually shows a general conformity to the types as given. This width is measured on a cross line just above the ears, which corresponds approximately to the temples, when noted in a front view.

Wideness shows an energetic mind and is something of the mark of the extrovert, who is anxious to enter into many affairs.

With Type A, round, this accentuates the natural aggressiveness of the individual, particularly when the wide head is proportionately low. It shows a querulous disposition; a habitual annoyance over small things.

With Type B, square, width combined with squareness produces a challenging disposition. Antagonism towards any suggestions may result.

With Type C, pointed, wideness usually broadens the individual’s outlook, enabling him to drop the superficial attitude common to the pointed head.

With all three types, wideness shows a calculating, ambitious nature; that of the social as well as the business climber. Sentiment is often lacking, except as a means to an end.

Narrowness shows definite restraint. It is found with the introvert, who shrinks from the public eye or is satisfied to move in small circles.

With Type A, this shows persons who are apt to worry about what other people think and thereby curb their normally impulsive natures. It is apt, however, to keep them under too great a restraint, thereby preventing them from really great attainment.

With Type B, narrowness shows willingness to be swayed by sentiment. Caution becomes reticence, with an acceptance of outside ideas and suggestions. Hence persons of this type are easily imposed upon.

With Type C, narrowness simply accentuates the already narrow viewpoint of the individual. Here, self-importance in the smallest of circles becomes a personal triumph, any slight accomplishment is magnified as high achievement. Fads and notions are accepted as great philosophies.

With all three types, wideness shows a somewhat adaptable disposition, which is usually quite harmless, if that can be called an attribute. Once out of their respective ruts, they should improve their situations.