DOSHA

Doshas are simply biodynamic forces that govern our mind, body, emotions as well as behaviour and when balanced maintain the proper function of your body. These Doshas are a combination of the Panchamahabhutas or the Five Great Elements that form everything inside and around us. These doshas also known as your unique blueprint hold the key to your health and happiness.

WHAT IS PRAKRITI OR DOSHA TYPE?

Ayurveda is the in fact personalized medicine. Ayurveda celebrates the unique individuality of people by categorizing them on the basis of their Doshic dominance. Prakriti or Dosha type is the unique combination of Doshas in your body. The dominant doshas indicate your Prakriti. You could be dominant in a single Dosha or have 2 dominant Doshas or could have a balance of all three Doshas. Fun fact: Your Prakriti is formed at the very time you are conceived and remains constant till your very last breath, and governs your behaviour, thoughts, actions and reactions.

WHY DO I NEED TO KNOW MY PRAKRITI OR DOSHA TYPE?

Doshas form the very crux of your being and determine everything about your life- your physical body, your mind, your emotions, your behaviour. Knowing your unique Dosha type can help you understand how your body, mind, emotions work to empower you to make the best decisions for your unique self whether it is choosing healthy foods, lifestyle and activities or spiritual pursuits like meditation. Dosha typing can help you interact with the world in a way that is pleasant to both you In Ayurveda, disease is defined as the state of imbalance in the Doshas. So balancing your Doshas is the secret to a disease free healthy life. Dosha type can also predict the disease patterns you can be predisposed to and serve as a great prevention tool. So I encourage you to get started.