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Shaking Hands!

I always offer an open hand to give a firm, manly handshake, but some people grab my fingers and shake them. I hate that. It leaves me wondering if I’ve given the limp wrist, but the more I think about it the more I realise it isn’t my fault; people should wait until they feel the palm of the greeter’s hand against their own before gripping and shaking.
 
I always feel dirty and unclean after someone gives me that limp, tip of the finger handshake. *shudder*

If you are going to do that then don't bother shaking my hand.
 
I think a handshake's always a good opportunity to establish some dominance with a real 'gripper'. Also, turning your own hand slightly inwards so it's on top is good for establishing who is in charge.
 
I always feel dirty and unclean after someone gives me that limp, tip of the finger handshake. *shudder*

That's it. I've been looking for a good reason to adopt the limp handshake and now I've got one. I'll report back on how it goes.
 

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