Angular

The angle requires an abrupt change of direction, or rather it requires the subject to always have a prompt responsiveness, the subject has the means to develop its own personality keeping it distinct from others. The angularity, in this sense, is an indication of introversion in that it protects the properties of the Self. Its actions are actions of personal defence.
The angle constitutes, moreover, a coefficient of the impulse to act and awakens intellectual activity, in the shape of attention and sensibility, thanks to the incitement (A Angles) that sparks the reaction and thanks to the resistance (B Angles) that does not give in and has the ability to self-command in order not to give way under difficulties.

  • A Angles and B Angles
    Handwriting sample: A Angles and B Angles

The angles are necessary for any action that requires a constant and long struggle, but they can obstruct the lucidity of conscience and express itself in a fight for the triumph of Self, even against reason.
The angle, moreover, increases the attention and therefore the perception of each little sentiment, it favours introspection and makes thought more distinct and refined. On this point Moretti writes:

The Angle is the sign of selfishness, but at the same time it is the sign of the impulse to fight with ourselves and with others, an impulse that for its very nature cannot help but be fully conscious in that it involves all the attention and the intentions of the Self. We can say that the Angle leads Self not to a dead end as can happen with the Curve sign, but it throws it in the middle of the calm or stormy waves of an immense sea so that it realises all that springs from or can spring from the calm or the storm… So that the Self is forced to measure, weigh and consider its responsibilities towards itself and towards others… (Moretti, 1955, p. 88)

In its analogical significance, the Angle requires an interruption of the movement, a pause, followed by the resumption of the graphic, and each break, psychologically speaking, prepares the stance, therefore it is the opposite of the Curve sign. Saudek also observes that the Angle is preferred by people who do not seek decisive compromises, but prefer the conflict with difficulties.
Moretti distinguishes two types of angles, that is two distinct forms of direct defence of Self:

  • the reaction against each attack perceived as directed to Self (A Angles);
  • the resistance in attachment in order not to be deprived of what the Self cares about (B Angles).