What is the International Institute of Handwriting Studies (IIHS)?

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The International Institute of Handwriting Studies (iihs.com) is an organization led by Vimala Rodgers that focuses on handwriting research and its relationship to the brain, hand, and psyche. The site serves people interested in handwriting analysis, personal growth, and the idea that changing how you write can change your life. It offers educational content, a shop, a directory of certified teachers, and FAQs.

Who leads IIHS

The institute is directed by Vimala Rodgers, described on the site as an educator, handwriting expert, and "impassioned Alphabetician." Her stated focus is on the inherent spirituality of the letters of the alphabet and their effect upon the psyche. She is also described as a pioneer in brain/hand research and was trained as a Peak Performance Coach at Stanford.

What the site covers

The homepage and navigation point to several areas:

  • About Vimala – background on the founder and her approach to handwriting.
  • Shop – featured products, including books and materials related to the method.
  • Certified Teachers – a way to contact a certified instructor.
  • FAQs – answers to common questions, with an email option for unanswered ones.
  • Testimonials – client feedback, including a quote from author Louise L. Hay.
  • More from Vimala – resources such as Vimala's Alphabet & Ligatures and books by IIHS graduates.

How the method is described

The site presents handwriting as more than penmanship. A central claim, reflected in a testimonial from Louise L. Hay, is: "when you change your handwriting, your whole life changes for the better." The institute frames its work around releasing "old negative patterns" through deliberate changes to how letters are formed.

Graduates of Vimala's advanced courses can pursue certification as authorized Handwriting Instructors by creating a project based on what they learned and having it approved by Vimala.

Who it's for

IIHS is aimed at people who:

  • Are curious about handwriting analysis and its psychological or spiritual dimensions.
  • Want to explore personal change through modifying their handwriting.
  • Are looking for a certified teacher or instructional materials.
  • Want to read testimonials or connect with a community around this practice.

If you want to learn the method directly, the site's shop and certified teacher directory are the main entry points. If you have a specific question, the FAQ page is the first place to check before emailing.