About Ayurvedic Body Treatment

Following are some of the characteristics of the three body types or doshas as used in all Ayurvedic treatments. The goal of this treatment is to balance your particular dosha. The three doshas are Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The general character of each dosha can be typified or represented by a specific animal. For example, the Vata person has energy like a hummingbird (nervous and sensitive), the Pitta person has energy like a lion (strong and fierce), and the Kapha person has energy like an elephant (slow and lumbering). We are often a combination of one or more doshas; some people display signs of all three doshas and are called tri-dosha. Here are some of the characteristics of the three doshas. Do you identify with one more than the others?

Vata: Thin body frame. Hard to gain weight but easy to lose. Cold skin, tans easily. Dry, frizzy, thin dark hair. Brown, gray or violet eyes, fairly small. Appetite is irregular. Constipation is not uncommon. Poor stamina. Light sleeper. Fearful, indecisive, nervous and perceptive temperament. Learns quickly and forgets quickly. Erratic and talkative speech. Spiritually disciplined. Fearful dreams, often with flying. Sexually cold and variable. Dislikes dry and cold climate. Dislikes routine. Difficulty making up mind. Changes mind easily. Restless and active. Likes movement.

Pitta: Medium, proportioned and toned body type. Easily gains or loses weight. Skin is warm. Light and reddish skin tone, sunburns easily. Hair is straight and fine and reddish. Eyes are green, hazel, light brown and almond shaped. Intense appetite. Loose and regular bowels. Sweats profusely. Moderate stamina, often driven. Moderate or light sleeper. Temperament is angry, intelligent, arrogant and successful. Learns quickly, forgets slowly. Articulate speech. Tendency to material success. Fiery, violent and intense dreams. Sexually hot and intense. Prefers cold climate and well ventilated places. Enjoys planning and organizing, especially if self-initiated. Sees things clearly, makes up mind rapidly. Likes competition.

Kapha: Body frame is heavy, broad and evenly proportioned. Gains weight easily but has difficulty losing it. Skin is cool, fair and oily and tans easily. Hair is oily, wavy, thick blonde, black or dark brown. Eyes are black, blue, dark brown, big and sensual. Appetite is consistent. Moves bowels slowly and regularly. Sweats moderately. Excellent stamina but prone to lackadaisical behavior. Sleeps long and deep. Temperament is greedy, calm, stable, and stubborn. Learns slowly, forgets slowly. Speech is cautious and slow. Spirituality is fundamentally material. Dreams are watery, sensual and in long sequences. Sexually warm and enduring. Tolerates most climates, dislikes humidity. Works well with routine. Takes time making up mind/sticks to decisions. Calm demeanor, likes leisure activity.

Many people can identify with qualities from all three dosha types, but predominantly with one. All doshas are balanced during a treatment. You arise from a session feeling refreshed, clean, and very relaxed.!

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