At the moment when you were first concieved (BAM!) your Prakruti, or basic mind-body constitution, was determined.
Prakruti is the principle "type" which defines your physical, mental, and spiritual self; it resembles your state when you are at your happiest, healthiest, and most balanced. Your Prakruti is defined by your principle Dosha, or type. It's kind of like an astrological sign only there are just three: Pitta, Kapha, and Vata.
My Prakruti Dosha is Pitta!!
HOWEVER..... my Vikruti- my current condition, is pretty out of balance, leaning very heavily towards Vata. This would explain why I have had trouble sleeping, dry skin, and an irritable temper also known as "princess syndrome" (I can see some of you rolling your eyes through my magical-telepathic-computer-third eye-chakra-lens).....
Enough about me...
How have YOU been? Sleeping okay? Moody? Hungry? Are you feeling mentally sluggish or overly obsessive? Sad? Impatient? Any of these things can be a sign of a dosha imbalance. Having a severe imbalance can lead to discomfort, ailment, illness, disease, and yes.... death. Let's not get too morbid though- that's not what this is about! Ayurveda is all about learning to take charge of your health in a practical and (relatively) simple manner. So if you haven't already determined your Prakruti and Vikruti then it's time to do so.
The websites in my previous post offer questionnaires which will tell you what's up with your doshas. The first one listed is quite a long test, but very accurate. The second one is accurate, but not as detailed, and much quicker.
GOOD LUCK!!!
And remember, be honest. The first step to making a dream come true is waking up.
Wishing you Wellness!
Alice
Sites for diagnosing your doshas:
More detailed test-
http://www.holisticonline.com/ayurveda/ayv-diagnostic-tests.htm
Quick, less detailed test-
http://store.chopra.com/dosha-survey.asp
My Prakruti Dosha is Pitta!!
HOWEVER..... my Vikruti- my current condition, is pretty out of balance, leaning very heavily towards Vata. This would explain why I have had trouble sleeping, dry skin, and an irritable temper also known as "princess syndrome" (I can see some of you rolling your eyes through my magical-telepathic-computer-third eye-chakra-lens).....
Enough about me...
How have YOU been? Sleeping okay? Moody? Hungry? Are you feeling mentally sluggish or overly obsessive? Sad? Impatient? Any of these things can be a sign of a dosha imbalance. Having a severe imbalance can lead to discomfort, ailment, illness, disease, and yes.... death. Let's not get too morbid though- that's not what this is about! Ayurveda is all about learning to take charge of your health in a practical and (relatively) simple manner. So if you haven't already determined your Prakruti and Vikruti then it's time to do so.
The websites in my previous post offer questionnaires which will tell you what's up with your doshas. The first one listed is quite a long test, but very accurate. The second one is accurate, but not as detailed, and much quicker.
GOOD LUCK!!!
And remember, be honest. The first step to making a dream come true is waking up.
Wishing you Wellness!
Alice
Sites for diagnosing your doshas:
More detailed test-
http://www.holisticonline.com/ayurveda/ayv-diagnostic-tests.htm
Quick, less detailed test-
http://store.chopra.com/dosha-survey.asp
I am also Pitta! It hit me on the spot :) I am just learning about ayurveda and can't claim to know much but I briefly read about the diff. body types in my holistic health book for integrative nutrition. Good for you for getting in to this, I bet it has proven to be a fulfilling and rewarding pursuit!
ReplyDeleteHey!!! Just checked your blog out- fantastic. What an adventure YOU are on. You're the real adventurer! Isn't it amazing how food has so many subtle affects on our mind/body? I am also Pitta, by the way.... ;) With a pretty severe Vata imbalance. Which means I'm waaaayyy too high strung. I'm working on it though, all my close friends will agree they see a positive change. Ha! Be well!
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