what’s my dosha?
Take this fun quiz and check mark the answers that apply to you. If two points for the same category apply you can check mark both. Add the totals for each dosha of Vata, Pitta, Kapha at the end to find out your Dosha type.
You might have a single dominant Dosha, be a combination of two (bi-doshic) or have all three Doshas equally balanced (tri-doshic).
question
vata
pitta
kapha
Build & frame
slender, slim, lean frame
medium, muscular, symetrical
large, heavy frame
Body weight
lose weight easily & hard to gain
stable constant weight
easily gains weight & hard to lose
Muscle build
difficult to develop muscle
develops muscles easily
curvaceous round body
Skin
dry, cool, thin, tans easily
warm, rosy, freckles, acne prone, burns & sweats easily
oily, thick, smooth, clear, high perspiration
Hair
dry, curly/kinky, dark, coarse
fine, straight, light or reddish, early grey
thick, oily, soft, lustrous
Face
Oval, angular/thin
heart shaped, well defined jaw line
round, full
Eyes
Small, sharp, sparse lashes, darting
medium, intense, steady gaze, reddish when angry or alcohol intake
long lashes, large, big, bright
Digestion
Irregular digestion, sensitive stomach
steady, strong digetion
slow, heavy, feel sleepy after eating
Appetite
variable, irregular, anxious when hungry
strong, steady, angry when hungry
steady, regular, can miss meals no problem, emotional eater
Thirst
variable
high, strong
minimal, steady
Circulation
cold often, cold hands & feet
warm extremities, warm often
not fond of cold or damp environements
Preferred climate
warm & humid
cold and dry
warm and dry
Environmental
sensitive to cold, dislike wind, prefer sun
prefers cool & shade, burns easy, sensitive to heat
dislikes humidity, prefers warm and dry
Stamina
bursts of energy, tires quickly
medium
steady and high
Action & activity
fast & very active, great multi-tasker, spontaneous
moderate & competitive, planned & precise, organised
lethargic and slow, steady, can’t multitask
Nature/ Temperament
anxious, insecure, unpredictable, nervous, creative, excitable, indecisive, enthusiastic, changeable
irritable, jealous, judgemental, critical, angry, intelligent, powerful, focused, short tempered, competitive, workaholic, ambitious, passionate, emotional
calm, quiet, loving, patient, loyal, steady emotions, relaxed, nurturing, slow to act, lethargic, unresponsive, disengaged
Memory
great short term memory but quick to forget
medium & sharp, accurate
slow to grasp but never forgets
Achieving goals
easily distracted & interrupted
focused and driven
slow and steady
Mood
changes quickly
intense emotions
level and steady
This phrase best fits me
jack of all trades, master of none
it’s my way or the highway
i’d rather save my energy
