In Ayurveda, three basic energies, called doshas, ​​govern the functioning of the body and mind: vata, pitta, and kapha. All three are present in every person, but in different proportions. The dominant dosha determines the constitution, physical and mental characteristics, temperament, and the kind of lifestyle that brings balance.

Knowing your dosha will help you understand how your body works, what foods support it, what type of yoga is ideal for you, and what to pay attention to in your daily life. This guide will help you recognize which energy dominates within you.

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How to determine your own dosha?

The recognition of the dosha type is based on the examination of three main areas:

1. Physical characteristics

2. Spiritual and mental characteristics

3. Energetic functioning, reactions to stress and environment

Doshas are often mixed: many people carry two types dominantly (for example, vata-pitta or pitta-kapha). If you recognize yourself in two or three descriptions, that's completely natural.

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Vata type – the creative and easygoing personality

Physical characteristics

• thin or skinny body type

• cold extremities

• dry skin and hair

• quick movements, easy walking

Spiritual qualities

• creative, intuitive, spontaneous

• enthusiasm, quick thinking

• tendency to be distracted and anxious

Energy operation

• quick bursts of energy, followed by rapid fatigue

• sensitivity to cold, drafts, noise

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Pitta type – the purposeful and fiery personality

Physical characteristics

• medium build

• warm skin, tendency to blush

• strong appetite and rapid digestion

Spiritual qualities

• logical, focused, leading personality

• ambition, strong willpower

• tendency to irritation or excessive perfectionism

Energy operation

• high performance

• sensitivity to heat and stress

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Kapha type – the stable and calm constitution

Physical characteristics

• strong, massive body build

• soft, oily skin

• slower digestion and movement

Spiritual qualities

• patient, caring, reliable

• calmness and emotional stability

• tendency to clinginess and depression

Energy operation

• good stamina

• slower reaction time, increased energy storage

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What if you recognize yourself in both doshas?

This is common and completely natural.

There are three main mixed types:

• Vata–Pitta : creative energy and strong focus together

• Pitta–Kapha : leadership power and stable foundations

• Vata–Kapha : calm presence with creative thinking

In such cases, based on the symptoms of imbalance, it is worth deciding which dosha was upset first and harmonizing it.

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Ayuna Ritual recommendation according to dosha types

Yoga equipment and essential oils help balance the doshas. Recommendations are based on products available in your webshop.

Recommended for vata type

• Gaiam Here & Now Yoga Mat

• Gaiam Intense Rust Sundial Layers Yoga Mat

• Calming essential oil blend

Recommended for Pitta type

• Gaiam Granite Storm Yoga Mat

• Gaiam Earth Lovers yoga mat

• Cheerful Atmosphere Essential Oil Blend

• Sun Salutation Essential Oil Blend

Recommended for Kapha type

• Gaiam Intense Rust Sundial Flower Yoga Mat

• Gaiam Sun & Moon Yoga Mat

• Inner Fire essential oil blend

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Summary

Knowing your dosha is not a limitation, but an opportunity: a deeper journey of self-discovery that helps you understand your body's signals and natural way of functioning. Once you find your dominant energies, it will be easier to create a lifestyle that creates true balance.