According to ayurveda, each of us has a unique mix of physical, emotional and mental characteristics. These three principles are called doshas.
In Ayurveda, health is defined as the dynamic state of balance between mind, body, and environment. It is possible for each of us to achieve and maintain a vibrant and joyful state of health by identifying our mind-body type and then creating a lifestyle that sustains and nurtures our unique nature. Take the Dosha Quiz and determine: “What’s my dosha?” If more than one quality is applicable in each characteristic, choose the one that applies the most.
The principle that received the highest number of checks is the most predominant force in your overall mind body make-up. The principle that received the next highest number of checks is the secondary force in your constitution. The lowest scoring principle, while still an active force in your mind body physiology, is the least dominant in your particular constitution.
What's Your Dosha?
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Question #1: Frame...
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I am thin, lanky, and slender with prominent joints and thin muscles.
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I have a medium, symmetrical build with good muscle development.
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I have a large, round or stocky build. My frame is broad, stout or thick.
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Question #2: Weight...
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Low; I may forget to eat or have a tendency to lose weight.
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Moderate; it is easy for me to gain or lose weight if I put my mind to it.
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Heavy; I gain weight easily and have difficulty losing it.
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Question #3: Eyes...
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My eyes are small and active.
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I have a penetrating gaze.
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I have large pleasant eyes.
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Question #4: Complexion...
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My skin is dry, rough or thin.
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My skin is warm, reddish in color and prone to irritation..
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My skin is, thick, moist and smooth.
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Question #5: Hair...
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My hair is dry, brittle or frizzy.
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My hair is fine with a tendency towards early thinning or graying
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I have abundant, thick and oily hair
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Question #6: Joints...
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My joints are thin and prominent and have a tendency to crack.
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My joints are loose and flexible.
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My joints are large, well knit and padded
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Question #7: Sleep Pattern...
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I am a light sleeper with a tendency to awaken easily.
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I am a moderately sound sleeper, usually needing less than eight hours to feel rested.
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My sleep is deep and long. I tend to awaken slowly in the morning.
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Question #8: Body Temperature...
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My hands and feet are usually cold and I prefer warm environments.
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I am usually warm, regardless of the season, and prefer cooler environments.
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I am adaptable to most temperatures but do not like cold, wet days.
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Question #9: Temperament...
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I am lively and enthusiastic by nature. I like to change.
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I am purposeful and intense. I like to convince.
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I am easy going and accepting. I like to support.
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Question #10: Under Stress...
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I become anxious and/or worried.
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I become irritable and/or aggressive.
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I become withdrawn and/or reclusive.
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Your Dosha is:
Vata - 0
Pitta - 0
Kapha - 0
Vata Characteristics
Mind Creative, quick, imaginative Body Thin, light frame Skin Dry Hair Dry Appetite Delicate, spontaneous, often miss meals Routine Variable, spontaneous Temperament Welcomes new experiences, excitable, friendly, energetic Conversation Style Loves to talk!! Shopping Style Buy, buy, buy. Stress Response Tendency to blame oneself Pitta Characteristics
Mind Sharp, intellectual, direct, precise, discerning Body Medium build, warm, muscular Skin Sensitive, flush, acne-prone Hair Tendency towards early graying or thinning Appetite Strong, can eat just about anything, anytime Routine Very precise and organized Temperament Passionate, driven, courageous, strong sex drive, good leader Conversation Style Speaks to convey a point Shopping Style Spends on luxury items Stress Response Irritable, tendency to blame others. Kapha Characteristics
Mind Detail orientated, steady, consistent Body Sturdy, gains weight easily, has trouble losing it Skin Smooth & oily Hair Thick, oily Appetite Loves to eat but has a slow digestion Routine Methodical and sturdy, resistant to change Temperament Thoughtful, forgiving, sweet, patient, loving, content, slow moving Conversation Style Simple and profound Shopping Style Saves Stress Response I don’t want to deal with it! Withdrawn
