THE way you hold your smartphone could reveal surprising secrets about your personality – from how you work to the way you love.
Experts say everything from using a single thumb to scrolling with both hands gives away clues about your confidence, decision-making and career strengths.
Holding your phone with both hands but scrolling with one thumb shows a methodical, cautious nature
Phone in one hand
If you casually hold your phone in one hand and scroll with the thumb, you radiate confidence without trying.
You’re upbeat, make others laugh, and have a knack for rallying people together. “You might excel in fields like marketing, sales, or event organising that require a lot of energy and fast thinking.”
Friends are drawn to you because you make them feel good about themselves.
In work, you’re the one who jumps in to lead a project. Your enthusiasm is infectious, though your love of risk means you sometimes leap before you look.
The quirky findings come from lifestyle experts at TOI Lifestyle Desk, reported in etimes.in.
They say your phone-holding style can uncover deep-rooted behaviours that influence your life choices.
One thumb, both hands
Holding your phone with both hands but scrolling with one thumb shows a methodical, cautious nature.
You’re the reliable friend or colleague who double-checks everything before acting.
“You’re a good fit for professions that need accuracy, such as project management, engineering or finance.”
People trust you to get things right, whether it’s planning a big event or balancing the books.
You prefer structure over chaos and like knowing exactly what’s coming next.
That might make you seem a bit safe, but your steadiness is exactly what keeps things on track.
Both thumbs, both hands
Using both thumbs while gripping the phone firmly signals speed, precision and high energy.
You thrive in fast-paced jobs and handle pressure well.
“You are always ahead of the curve, flexible and forceful,” making you ideal for roles in operations, journalism, aviation or tech.
You’re the person who takes charge when everyone else is flapping.
Deadlines, emergencies and last-minute changes don’t faze you. If anything, you thrive on them.
Just remember to slow down now and then, or you could burn yourself out.
Index finger scrolling
Holding your phone in one hand and scrolling with your index finger suggests introspection and creativity.
You think deeply before acting and see the world differently. “Your ability to observe the world from a unique perspective is what sets your work apart.”
You’re the dreamer, the thinker, the one who spots details others miss.
Whether it’s art, writing, design or research, you excel in work that rewards originality.
But your habit of overthinking can sometimes keep you stuck – learning to trust your gut could open even more doors.
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