According to
Ayurveda, there are three primary energies, or Doshas. The Doshas are Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. These Doshas regulate all physical and
psychological behaviors, from basic cell structure to the most complex
mental functions. The Doshas are found in unique proportions in every
individual. This singular combination of the Doshas is called our
constitution or Prakriti, and it will determine our basic physical
appearance, preferences, behaviors, and emotional tendencies. When the
Doshas are in their natural balance with one another, our physical and
mental states are at optimum health. When the Doshas fall out of
balance, disease may manifest. Ayurveda seeks to return the Doshas to
and maintain them at their natural balance in our individual
constitution.
A thick, broad,
well-developed frame and large, long limbs go well with a pleasant, deep
and resonant voice with low, slow, rhythmic speech. The skin is usually
thick, oily, pale or white and cold. Plentiful, thick, wavy, lustrous
and generally brown hair is set on a large, rounded and full face. The
neck is solid, with a near tree-trunk quality. A large, rounded nose and
large, attractive, blue or light brown in color eyes are found in a
mouth that is large with big, full lips. Teeth too are big and white and
set in strong gums.
Kapha: Kapha gives us substance and support. Kapha is mainly concerned
with providing the physical field for the Vata and Pitta energies. It governs cell structure, bodily secretions, and
gives the mind stability.
Physical
Appearance of Kapha physique:large, rounded build, good
muscular development skin: cool, smooth, moist hair:thick, wavy eyes: large, attractive, brown
Temperament
of Kapha mental: calm, tranquil, compassionate,
thorough, rarely forgets physical:steady appetite, slow digestion,
regular elimination, deep sleeper energy: steady, lethargic, good endurance
Kapha predominated people are calm, steady, considerate - stable, patient
personalities they are slow to anger. Not easily provoked, once angry
they do not calm down easily. They are honorable, true to their word and
avoid lies. Loyal, forgiving and understanding, they can be lethargic,
even lazy, if not driven by others. Learning may be slow but memory will
be strong. Excellent in logical analysis, they take time before reaching
conclusions. Long hours of deep sleep and a strong, enduring sex drive
come naturally. While they do save money, it does get spent on food. And
there can at times be an element of dullness, given that a Kapha mind is usually too content to seek fresh mental stimulation.
Satwika individuals are usually noble and spiritual in character, their nature
determined as much by body type as their star constellation, having an
element of Kapha in their constitution.
Free
from passion, anger, greed, ignorance or jealousy, possessing
knowledge and the power of discrimination.
Arsa
Excellent memory, purity, love and self -control, excellent
intellectual frame of mind, free from pride, ego, ignorance,
greed or anger. Possessing the power of understanding and
retention.
Aindra
Devotion to sacred books, study rituals and oblations. Devotion
to virtuous acts, far- sightedness and courage. Authoritative
behavior and speech. Able to perform sacred rituals.
Yamya
Free
from mean and conflicting desires and acts. Having initiative,
excellent memory and leadership. Free from emotional binds,
hatred, ignorance and envy. The capacity for timely action.
Varuna
Free
from mean acts. Exhibition of emotion in proper place.
Observance of religious rights
Kabera
Courage, patience, and hatred of impure thoughts. Liking for
virtuous acts and purity. Pleasure in recreation.
Gandharva
Possession of wealth, attendants and luxuries. Expertise in
poetry, stories and epics. Fondness for dancing singing and
music. Takes pleasure in perfumes, garlands and flowers. Full of
passion.
Factors that
increase Kapha
Exposure to
cold, eating too much sweet, meat, fats, cheese, milk, ice cream,
yogurt, fried food, excessive use of salt. Excessive intake of water,
taking naps after meals. Doing nothing. Sedative and tranquilizers.
Doubts, greed, and possessiveness.
REMEDIES
KAPHA
Food
Decreased quantities of warm food. Pungent, bitter and
astringent tastes. To be taken earlier than 10 am and not
later than 6 pm. Healthy Kapha types should observe fast one
day per week.
Oil
Massage
With
stimulating oils such as punarnavadi oil and srigopal oil.
Kapha means "phlegm" and "that which holds things
together." Kapha provides the substance and support for
our body. In other words it is the bulk of our tissues.
Emotionally, Kapha is the love and support we receive in
life and governs the feelings of compassion, devotion,
modesty, patience and forgiveness. Negatively expressed
, it is greed, attachment and self pity. Kapha is the
physical and emotional "home" in which we reside.
Kapha (water) governs:
solidity of the body
storehouse of energy
stability
lubrication
holding together of the joints
form
fluids in the body
the sense of taste
Kapha rules the
emotions of:
patience
forgiveness
compassion
love
deep sense of satisfaction
sense of being grounded and belonging
attachment
greed
mentally stuck
dullness
Kapha's main
locations are:
the chest
the throat
the head
the pancreas
the sides
the stomach
the lymph
the fat
the nose
the tongue
Its primary site is the stomach
Kapha in the chest
or lungs produces moisture for these areas. Kapha also moistens the
throat, head, sinuses and the nasal passages. In the mouth and tongue kapha produces saliva. The tongue is the organ of taste, which sensory
quality belongs to the water element. Kapha creates the fat tissue which
stores water. It is also contained in our sides that surround the
abdominal cavity in the form of the *peritoneal fluid. An excessive
amount of Kapha will produce an overabundance of mucous and thus
congestion.
*peritoneal fluid - the thin membrane that lines the walls of the
abdomen and covers the organs in it.
Kapha gives support to vata and pitta and gives stability to the body
functions. It is the conserving, consolidating and restraining force for
the other two humors. Kapha helps to ground and control the active and
consuming natures of Vata and Pitta. Without Kapha the other two humors
will disperse and disintegrate their energy; like a candle that no
longer has a wick or wax; the fire and air will soon dissipate.
Attributes of Kapha:
heavy
dull
slow
cold
liquid
dense
thick
soft
stuck
cloudy
oily
damp
Kapha Rules:
constructing of form
anabolism (building up of substance)
the tastes of sweet/salty
childhood years
morning and evening
winter and late spring (damp, cold season)
ATTRIBUTES OF THE
THREE HUMORS; A COMPARISON
Vata
Space/air
movement
old age
catabolism
astringent
light
mobile cold
rough
dry
clear
dispersing
agitated
subtle
hard
neutral
Pitta
Fire/water
transformation
adult years
metabolism
sour/pungent
light
flowing
hot
liquid
oily
spreading
focused
sharp
smooth
clear
aggressive
Look at the chart above and observe the similarities and differences of
the different doshas.
Vata
Seniors
60 yr. - up
detachment
completion
catabolism
bone conditions
fall-early winter
dawn, dusk
Pitta
Adulthood
15 - 60 yr.
production
create/transform
metabolism
heat conditions
late spring-summer
noon, midnight
Kapha
Childhood
0 - 15 yr.
development
building
anabolism
mucous conditions
winter/early spring
morning, evening
Locations :
high, dry,
cool
hot, humid
low, damp,
cool
Look at this chart and think of different seasons of the year and our
lives and how they relate to VPK. Think of different locations and see
if you can see the qualities of VPK in them.
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