Proper middle finger presentation is essential but, we cannot deliver the one finger salute the same in all circumstances. Working on your presentation brings more intention to your finger. Life is too short to waste on poorly delivered fingers.
Things to consider when giving the digitus impudicus, meaning the shameless, indecent or offensive finger.
Its use can be traced all the way back to the days of ancient Greece– flipping the bird (or giving someone the finger) is the world’s favorite naughty gesture. But there’s definitely an art to it. The subtle nuances of the physical finger, facial expression, and context of the act itself, can make it anything from deeply offensive to friendly and joking and sometimes even a statement of friendship-love.
When "giving the finger" steps need to be followed for the proper delivery. The man in the video above and millions of other men, women and children are digitally challenged. Do your part to stop the epidemic. Please read our review of this bird flipper above and learn to give a better finger. Make it clear when delivering a finger that you care and want others to understand, "this finger is for you".
Do not project the finger to the side
Everyone knows the finger should be prominently and forcefully put forward towards the intended target. The execution should be a straight upright finger, facing forward stopping at a preferred 90 to 110 degree bend in the elbow while always keeping the finger between you and your intended target.This video shows the off to the side lazy finger. Not the correct finger etiquette.
We prefer no thumb
The thumb should be tucked tightly in the palm covering the fingers which have been firmly bent at the second knuckle. This is leaving only the middle finger, the longest and strongest to be proudly displayed. The thumb out or any other appendages on the hand that are not firmly tucked behind the palm so the middle finger is clearly the message is just a waste of your time and the receiving party.
Stop the face , please
The facial twist here is just a total distraction and the finger is not part of the conversation. If you have gone through all the steps to deliver a proper and professional finger then you want it to be correct all the way through. The excution of a complete finger consists of more than just the perfect digit diplay it also requires support from the rest of you. The finger needs to be the center of attention in its delivery, display and retraction. Then and only then after the complete finger cycle you may proceed with any follow up verbal abuse, body language or facial expression....
Giving a finger, delivering a middle finger, flipping someone off, administering the one finger salute. Whatever your preferred phrase may be the delivery only emphasis your finger and brings attention to your intent and the short time you have to really show you care. Life is too short to waste on meaningless fingers.
The Driving Finger
The driving finger is used by both driver and passenger to express displeasure with an event or events with other drivers. Here you see a well delivered finger, thumb in ,great delivery and in the driving finger scenario the full face exposure is necessary due to the brief drive by time.
The "Look What I Found" Finger
This is best used when you wish to get their attention first. The usual "Hey" is followed with phrases such as " Look what I found " or " I have something for you " . And don't forget the classic " I found this and I think its yours"
The Extended Delivery Finger
When you need to "drive the message home". The extended delivery finger has many different deliveries and can come out of nowhere because the delivery is usually at a time of extreme duress and displeasure with someone. This is used to ensure you get your point across.
The situation will arise where a proper finger cannot be delivered. In these cases many different acceptable digitus medius manus variations have been developed over thousands of years. Quadrillions of these fingers have been given throughout the world ( *world finger census 2015 ). Here are some examples of acceptable fingers.
The Double Finger
This does not need an explanation . Two is better than one.
The" I might be giving you The Finger " Finger
Always enjoyable to give at any occasion. The " I might be giving you The Finger " is one of the favorites for any age. The ability to give in any situation is always important in life. When using this technique the delivery may be just the common rub of the face as seen here or the classic eye glasses lift. The delivery is up to the user. The duration can give away your stealthy finger and may hinder the effect. The ultimate goal of this delivery technique is the receiver and others in the room need to pause momentarily and contemplate " Did he or she just give The Finger ? " This does require practice with others and in groups.
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