Determine Your Ayurvedic Mind-Body Type - Prakṛti

Prakṛti

Your prakṛti was set at conception and determined, in part, by your genetics. Please answer the following questions based on your lifelong tendencies not on any current or recent conditions.

MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL PATTERNS

Under stress, I often become

A

Worried, nervous, or overwhelmed

B

Irritable, frustrated, or feel a sense of urgency

C

Emotionally fatigued, withdraw, and feel stuck or depressed

My moods

A

Shift quickly, in response to stress or the environment

B

Are generally steady, but can become intense when triggered

C

Tend to be slow moving and take time to shift

My speech

A

Is quick, spontaneous, and I often jump from topic to topic

B

Is direct, with intention, and persuasive

C

Is calm, slow, and thoughtful

My focus throughout my lifetime

A

Shifts quickly, and I may lose focus if I’m not stimulated.

B

Narrows onto a goal, and I direct my attention deliberately.

C

Settles in slowly but becomes hard to disrupt.

Which statement best describes your decision-making throughout your lifetime?

A

I am changeable and often have difficulty making decisions; I may also revise a decision as quickly as I've made it.

B

I make decisions easily, but can change my mind with new information.

C

I make decisions slowly, but once I decide, I rarely change my mind.

Which statement best describes your memory throughout your lifetime?

A

I remember things clearly at first, but they fade quickly if I don’t revisit them. I may forget something you told me 10 minutes ago.

B

I remember key details and facts clearly, especially when they matter or support a goal.

C

I have incredible memory, I remember information well over the long term, especially once it has settled in.

Which statement best describes your goal pursuits throughout your lifetime?

A

I pursue goals in bursts of energy and inspiration but might have difficulty staying focused on achieving them.

B

I focus intensely and pursue goals with drive and determination, but am also prone to burnout.

C

I move steadily and methodically toward goals, but it may be difficult to get started.

Which statement best describes your approach to conflict over your lifetime?

A

When challenged, I need space to collect myself and my thoughts.

B

When challenged, I become more assertive or direct.

C

When challenged, I seek harmony or avoid conflict.

BODILY FUNCTIONS

Sleep throughout most of my lifetime is

A

Light; I awaken easily, and it can be difficult for me to fall back asleep.

B

Easy; I sleep soundly, but can work late into the night to complete something.

C

Deep; it can be difficult to awaken and I move slowly in the morning.

Appetite throughout my lifetime is best described as

A

Variable, I often forget to eat and prefer to eat smaller meals more frequently.

B

Strong and regular, I prefer to eat 3x/day and rarely skip meals.

C

Slow and steady, I can easily go for 4+ hours between meals without discomfort.

Digestion symptoms I tend towards are

A

Gas, bloating or belching after meals.

B

Heartburn, acid indigestion, acid reflux, or nausea after meals.

C

Heaviness, or feeling sleepy after eating.

My elimination can best be described as

A

Irregular, one time per day or less, often times dry and hard, at times I may strain or push.

B

Regular, I tend to have 1-2 bowel movements daily, usually with regularity and ease but it can sometimes be loose.

C

Slower, I tend to have one bowel movement per day but it feels heavier and sluggish.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Ethnicity Disclaimer: Please keep in mind that physical characteristics are best evaluated within the context of your ethnicity. Traits such as eye color, skin tone, and hair type should be compared with others who share a similar background.

My hair is

A

Fine, dry, or prone to frizz

B

Soft, mostly straight, and tends to be thin or gray early

C

Thick, smooth, or strong

My face shape is

A

Oval, narrow

B

Angular, square

C

Round, no hard angles

My bones and joints throughout my lifetime

Q3

A

Are prominent, tend to pop, crack, or feel less stable

B

Are not prominent; feel functional but can become irritated with overuse

C

Feel smooth, stable, and well-cushioned

My eyes

Q4

A

Are small, often look curious, searching, or distracted

B

Are moderate in size; have a sharp, piercing quality (if unsure, ask a friend), are deep set

C

Are large/round, moist, and often look calm or reassuring

My body frame over my lifetime is

Q5

A

Lean, thin, more compact, and gains weight slowly

B

Medium/moderate, more definted, and gains or loses weight with equal effort

C

Fuller, denser, more broad, and holds weight easily

My skin texture throughout my lifetime is

A

Dry, rough, thin, wrinkles

B

Slightly oily, smooth, moles/freckles, sensitive or easily irritated

C

Soft, moist, oily, smooth, well-lubricated