Dosha Self-Assessment

Your prakriti (constitution) is the unique combination of doshas you were born with. Unlike vikriti (current state), prakriti doesn't change. Answer based on your lifelong tendencies, not current symptoms.

How to Complete This Assessment

For each attribute, check the box (V, P, or K) that best describes you throughout your life
Consider your natural tendencies before illness, stress, or major life changes
If you're between two options, mark both - many people are dual-dosha
After completing all sections, count your checks in each column
Your highest score indicates your primary dosha; two close scores indicate a dual-dosha type

Physical Characteristics

Attribute	Vata (V)	Pitta (P)	Kapha (K)
Body Frame	Thin, light, hard to gain weight	Medium, athletic, proportional	Larger, sturdy, gains weight easily
Weight	Low, difficulty gaining	Moderate, can gain or lose	Heavy, difficulty losing
Skin	Dry, rough, thin, cool	Warm, oily, prone to redness	Thick, moist, smooth, cool
Hair	Dry, thin, frizzy, dark	Fine, oily, early gray/thin	Thick, wavy, lustrous
Eyes	Small, dry, dark, active	Sharp, piercing, light-sensitive	Large, calm, attractive
Nails	Dry, rough, brittle	Soft, pink, flexible	Thick, strong, white
Joints	Prominent, crack easily	Moderate, loose	Large, well-padded
Body Temperature	Cold hands/feet, seek warmth	Warm, dislike heat	Cool, adaptable
Sweating	Minimal, scanty	Profuse, strong odor	Moderate, pleasant
Appetite	Variable, forgets to eat	Strong, irritable if hungry	Steady, can skip meals
Digestion	Irregular, gas, bloating	Strong, acid reflux tendency	Slow, steady, heavy after eating
Elimination	Constipation tendency, dry	Regular, loose when stressed	Regular, well-formed, heavy

Page 1 Subtotals: V: _____ P: _____ K: _____

Mental & Emotional Characteristics

Attribute	Vata (V)	Pitta (P)	Kapha (K)
Mind	Quick, restless, creative	Sharp, focused, analytical	Calm, steady, methodical
Memory	Quick to learn, quick to forget	Sharp, precise recall	Slow to learn, long retention
Learning Style	Auditory, likes variety	Visual, likes depth	Experiential, repetition
Speech	Fast, talkative, tangential	Clear, precise, convincing	Slow, melodious, thoughtful
Sleep	Light, interrupted, insomnia	Moderate, wake if too hot	Deep, heavy, hard to wake
Dreams	Flying, active, fearful	Vivid, colorful, conflict	Water, romantic, few dreams
Under Stress	Anxious, worried, fearful	Irritable, angry, critical	Withdrawn, depressed, attached
Emotions	Changeable, enthusiastic	Intense, passionate	Steady, content, loving
Decision Making	Quick, may change mind	Decisive, confident	Slow, deliberate, steady
Money Habits	Spends impulsively, hard to save	Spends on quality, goals	Saves, accumulates wealth
Activity Level	Very active, restless	Moderate, purposeful	Low, prefers leisure
Walking Pace	Fast, light steps	Moderate, determined	Slow, steady, grounded

Page 2 Subtotals: V: _____ P: _____ K: _____

Your Results

Vata Total

Pitta Total

Kapha Total

Vata Dominant

Creative, quick-minded, adaptable. Needs warmth, routine, grounding. Prone to anxiety, dryness, irregular digestion.

Pitta Dominant

Sharp, focused, driven. Needs cooling, moderation, leisure. Prone to inflammation, irritability, overwork.

Kapha Dominant

Steady, nurturing, patient. Needs stimulation, movement, lightness. Prone to weight gain, congestion, lethargy.

Dual-Dosha Types

If two scores are close (within 3 points), you're likely a dual-dosha type (Vata-Pitta, Pitta-Kapha, or Vata-Kapha). This is common. Focus on balancing whichever dosha is currently elevated (vikriti) while honoring your dual nature. Tri-doshic (all three equal) is rare.

Prakriti Self-Assessment