DOSHAS

Ayurveda recognises the five elements in nature: Ether, Air, Water, Earth, and Fire. All five are found in the universe, the body, and in each individual cell.

When the five enduring elements – Air, Ether, Fire, Water and Earth join to create the physical body, they form three subtle energies called Doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.

Every being is composed of three doshas in varying combinations; the specific blend of doshas produces a constitution which is unique to each individual. The constitution is determined at conception, and provides insight about our genetic makeup and who we truly are. Most people have 1 or 2 dominant doshas, with the other dosha (s) being less prominent.

Over time, we’re influenced by the environment, lifestyle, diet, and the seasons. This alters our doshic levels and creates our current circumstance. Our current doshic imbalances, can provide insight into any disease or ailments we may be facing. By bringing our elements and doshas back into balance, we find our way home and open the door to the best possible version of ourselves.

*Text from Surya Spa