What’s your dosha, baby?
By Corey Ann | January 3, 2010
Yoga Teacher Training took a long break - we haven’t met since December 13. We will meet this upcoming weekend. Can we say, withdrawal?
Anyway, at the beginning of break our teacher, Zo, asked us to take a dosha quiz to determine what dosha we are and then reflect on that over the holidays.
What’s a dosha, you ask.
“Ayurveda is India’s 5,000 year old “Science of Life” and it is the art of living in harmony with nature. Your dosha is your Ayurveda mind and body type. There are three doshas in Ayurveda: Vatta, Pitta, Kapha. We each have all three of the doshas in our physiology, just in different proportions, so your dosha is unique and personal; it is like your fingerprint.” -www.whatsyourdosha.com
So, I recommend going to that website and taking the quiz. It’s pretty spot on. I am predominantly Pitta, then Vata, then Kapha. The brief descriptions are below, from www.ayurbalance.com. However you can find lots of information about how to handle stress, diet, sleep, emotions, etc based on your particular dosha.
Pitta:
People with more Pitta in their constitutions tend to be of medium proportions, with a frame that is neither petite nor heavy, warm skin that is very fair or ruddy and may be sensitive, and fine hair that tends towards premature graying or thinning. They are sharp and determined in thought, speech and action. There is an element of purpose to their step, an intensity to their voice. Ambition is usually their second name. They are moderate sleepers and gravitate towards cooler environments. Self-confidence and an entrepreneurial spirit are hallmarks of balanced Pitta.
Vata:
People with more Vata in their constitutions tend to be thin, with a slender frame and prominent joints, delicate skin that is naturally dry, and dry voluminous hair. They are quick and lively in thought, speech and action, and make friends easily. There is an element of airiness to their step, a quality of lightness in their laughter. Change is usually their second name. They are light sleepers and gravitate towards warm environments. Creativity and enthusiasm are hallmarks of balanced Vata.
Kapha:
People with more Kapha in their constitutions tend to be of larger proportions, with a robust frame and padded joints, thick smooth skin that may tend towards oiliness, and rich, wavy hair. They are stable and calm in thought, speech and action, and are easy-going and supportive in relationships. There is an element of steadiness to their step, a quality of serenity in their smile. Loyalty is usually their second name. They are long, heavy sleepers and uncomfortable in damp, clammy environments. Calm and sweetness of disposition are hallmarks of balanced Kapha.
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