h2g2 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: Earth Edition

I felt it lacked something...like it's an unfinished thought. What about the practice, when shaking hands, of a person to grab the forearm of the person whose hand they're shaking (grab it with the other arm, that is, to establish a more solid contact (and prevent that other arm from lolling about like a dying fish))? I learned that from my high school drama teacher. It helps the person you greet with it remember you as a more direct and passionate individual.

maybe you add a few words about the disappointment one gets if the handshake gives a feeling of receiving a piece of cold, floppy, dead meat

Hear, hear! I heartily agree!