Do you know your Dosha?

Hello Vata! Vata consists mostly of the two elements air and ether. The qualities of Vata dosha (light, cool, dry, quick) will be noticeably expressed in your mind and body. Autumn represents Vata for its cool, crisp days. Your body is probably naturally thin and slender. Your hands and feet may tend to get cold easily, and your skin is cool and dry to the touch. Your sleep may sometimes be a bit elusive, or easily disturbed.You are energetic, and creative. Intellectually you have an agile mind that moves quickly and may be prone to forget things just as easily as you learn them! Your emotions are likely fluid as well and can be highly dependent on the weather, people around them, and foods they eat. People with strong Vata tendencies are whirlwind types who often find themselves rushed or in a hurry.

Balanced Vata- learns quickly, highly creative, multitasker, kind-hearted, flexible, clear and alert mind, balanced digestion and elimination, good circulation and even body temperature,

Imbalanced Vata- is forgetful, anxious, can get overwhelmed easily, highly sensitive to the cold, has trouble sleeping, irregular appetite and eating patterns, prone to digestive issues with bloating and gas.

You can balance Vata Dosha by; choosing warm cooked foods like roasted root vegetables, soups and stews. Swapping your morning smoothie for spiced stewed apples. Doing one thing at a time, creating a calm, organised home and work place, sticking with a good routine for waking, eating and sleeping. Grounding activities like gardening or meditating in nature will help get you out of your own head and into your body to find the perfect balance of life. Try a barefoot walk in the grass to ground yourself.

Hello Pitta! Pitta is made up of fire and water.  Pitta has qualities of hot, light, sharp, oily, liquid, and mobile. Pitta escalates in Summer time during warm sunny weather, Pitta people are  passionate about life and known for being associated with a tenacious personality, People with pitta are said to usually have a muscular build, be very athletic, and serve as strong leaders. They’re highly motivated, goal-oriented, and competitive. Pitta types generally love good and interesting debates. Serious debates and arguments are sure to get the Pitta rising. You are made up of a significant portion of fire and water and you know how to transform and make things happen. You have ambition, a sharp memory and a love of learning. The water element keeps you from burning out, however you will have to respect that flow and practice of staying calm and flexible when things don't go your way.

Balanced Pitta- intelligent, purposeful, learns quickly, self-determined, masters skills easily, strong desire for success, strong, natural leaders, quick metabolism, good circulation, healthy skin and hair.

Imbalanced Pitta- inflammation, headaches, impatient, prone to conflict, always hungry, mood swings when hungry, prone to acne, receding hairlines, sensitive to hot temperatures.

You can balance a Pitta Dosha by; focusing on work-life balance and avoiding extreme heat in their food and surroundings. Spending time near natural bodies of water will help you honour that part of your soul. So will soothing activities like Yin Yoga or listening to relaxing music. Being able to enjoy the lighter side of life is important. Cool off your fire with a soothing mint tea, relax in the shade and focus on eating mild foods. Tame your fire with coconut water, cucumber, watermelon and coriander.

Hello Kapha! Kapha consists of the elements are water and earth. Kapha has the qualities of steady, stable, heavy, slow, cold, and soft. Spring is known as Kapha season, as many parts of the world slowly exit hibernation. Kapha people are loving, supportive, compassionate beings with a strong and stable physical appearance. Kapha people are loyal to their friends and devoted to their family. They’re known for keeping things together and being a support system for others. They rarely get upset, think before acting, and go through life in a slow, deliberate manner. Kapha is made up of water and earth, with Kapha increasing during the Spring when it’s cool and wet outside. Excess kapha can build up from sleeping in, napping, living a sedentary lifestyle, and eating sugary or fried foods. Symptoms of elevated kapha dosha are low motivation, stagnation, mucus, congestion and sugar cravings.

Balanced Kapha- empathetic, caring, trusting, patient, calm, wise, happy, romantic, strong bones and joints, strong and healthy immune system.

Imbalanced Kapha- prone to weight gain, slow metabolism, sluggishness, over-sleeping, breathing issues (i.e., asthma, allergies), higher risk of heart disease, mucus buildup, susceptible to depression, needs regular motivation and encouragement.

You can balance Kapha by; focusing on regular exercise, a healthy diet, maintaining a warm body temperature (e.g., by sitting in a sauna or eating warm food), and establishing a regular sleep routine. The grounding nature of your dosha means you will have to break a daily sweat to stay balanced. Try switching things up with a dance class, power Yoga class or a jog in nature to keep things fresh and fun. Perk yourself up with stimulating spices in your food and drinks like, chilli and ginger.