My test reveals that I bend towards Pitta. According to Ayurveda, if Pitta dominates we tend to be intense, intelligent, and goal-oriented with a strong appetite for life. Yep. I'd say that's accurate. However, when Pitta is out of balance a person can be compulsive, irritable and can suffer from indigestion or inflammation problems. Yep. I'd say that's accurate too.
The goal of Aruyveda is to learn how to maintain a balance of the three energies. By balancing your vata, pitta and kapha energy through sensory exercises - diet, music, aromatherapy, meditation - you can aim to keep your energies in good proportion. Proper balance will help keep your body, mind and spirit in good health.
Here is a little more about Pitta via The Chopra Centre for Wellness:
"Balancing Pitta requires opening up some space during your day so you are not perpetually generating friction. Think soothing and cooling. Here are some tips to maximize balance and well-being:
Body
- Take a yoga class – it's non-competitive yet will still give you a great workout
- Perform a daily self massage with soothing herbalized oil
- Take deep breaths throughout the day
- Avoid drinking caffeine or alcohol – it fuels the fire
- Eat your largest meal of the day at lunch and favor cooling foods with a predominance of bitter, sweet, and astringent tastes
- Drink Soothing Tea
- Put your full attention on your meals when eating
- Stay cool
- Meditate twice a day to calm the mind and soothe the body
- Find time each day to un-plug and relax
- Wear soothing fragrances
- Listen to medium tempo melodies
- Minimize heavy reading, eating, or watching TV right before bed
- Diffuse soothing fragrances into your environment
- Favor cool and soft colors – blues, greens and white
- Spend time each day communing with nature"
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