(NAPSA)—Ajob applicant may put his “best face forward,” but if the person interviewing him has learned to read faces using a 3,000-year-old Chinese practice known as Mien Shiang, she should be able to read him like a book. In her fascinating new book, “” (Plume), author Patrician McCarthy shows how Mien Shiang can be applied to relationships in the workplace and in all aspects oflife. “If you know Mien Shiang 73 [pronounced lmetero ice yen Shungl, | you can determine anyone’s character, per@ sonality, health, wealth potential, social standing and longevity simply by looking at his or her face,” said McCarthy. Such knowledge could come in handy. For example, if you were the head of personnel, wouldn’t you like to knowif the person you were about to hire was a natural leader? If you were about to commit to a romantic relationship, wouldn’t it help if you could measure a person’s passion for life by the bridge of his nose? McCarthy’s book explains how this effective and time-tested art can be used to better understand others and help people discover their deeper selves. “By looking in the mirror and studying your face, you can develop a profound understanding of your true nature,” said McCarthy. Fully illustrated with revealing anecdotes and examples of each technique, the bookis available at stores nationwide or through www.penguin.com. For more information, visit www.mienshiang.com.
