PITTA

Fire and Water / Transforming Force

Pitta is the dynamic force comprised of the elements of fire and water. The nature of Pitta is light, hot, oily, mobile, liquid and sharp. The Pitta dominate individual is of a medium height and bone structure, with well-proportioned medium size features. The natural state of the Pitta person is intense, purposeful, sharp and orderly. In excess, Pitta can lead to anger, jealousy, inflammation, hypertension and ulcers. The hot, passionate and piercing nature of Pitta is calmed by cool, soothing and diffusing means.

Characteristics

  • Height, Body frame, Weight

  • Face

  • Eyes

  • Hair

  • Joints

  • Skin

  • Circulation

  • Eating & Sleeping Habits

  • Appetite & Thirst

  • Digestion - upper

  • Elimination

  • Energy & Endurance

  • Immunity

  • Routines

  • Memory

  • Decisiveness

  • Speech

  • Personality

  • Stress Response

  • Social Preferences

  • Spending Habits

  • Sleep Quality

  • Climate Preference

  • Symmetrical, balanced or well developed – can gain or lose weight easily

  • Medium or proportionate facial features

  • Medium, sparkling or intense eyes

  • Fine, straight, or silky hair – early graying or balding

  • Medium, loose, flexible, or toned joints

  • Slightly oily, soft, or fair skin that easily burns  – prone to freckles, moles, or rashes

  • Warm hands and feet – good circulation

  • Regular eating or sleeping habits

  • Strong appetite or thirst – irritable when hungry

  • Good digestion – can eat large quantities – strong metabolism

  • Regular or frequent elimination – may have diarrhea

  • Moderate and focused energy – moderate endurance

  • Moderate resistance to illness

  • Likes to plan – will make logical and rational changes – purposeful

  • Sharp memory – focused mind

  • Makes decisions easily - sees things clearly

  • Talks in a concise and orderly manner – fluid speech – may be impatient or cutting

  • Efficient, organized or accurate

  • Strong willed, irritable, frustrated, resentful, impatient or angry

  • Prefers small gatherings, selective but close friendships

  • Plans spending, money is for achieving purpose

  • Fall asleep easily and sleep soundly –  awaken alert and rested      

  • Prefers a cool and dry climate – dislikes hot, humid and sunny weather