K A P H A

WATER + EARTH ELEMENTS

COOL  |  HEAVY  | SLOW

The energy of  STABILITY

THE KAPHA DOSHA

Ayurveda classifies the seasons according to their predominant dosha. KAPHA is the season of winter and early spring which have the dark, heavy, damp and cloudy qualities. We will discuss the fundamental aspects of kapha dosha, the kapha individual and how to care for kapha to avoid the colds, coughs, allergies and sinus congestion common in winter and spring. 

Kapha is a combination of water and earth. It is the energy that forms the body’s structure. Kapha supplies the liquid needed for the life of our cells and bodily systems. It lubricates our joints and skin, helps to heal wounds and maintains immunity. Kapha promotes anabolism, the process of building up the body, growth and creation of new cells. The qualities of kapha and winter alike are heavy, slow, damp, oily, slimy, soft, static and sweet. Understanding and recognizing these qualities are important for self healing. When an imbalance has manifested, successful treatment requires increasing opposite qualities. 

The kapha individual is the synthesis of grace, calm and sensuality. A kapha type has a solid, sturdy body with large bones. Kapha is the archetypal Mother Earth. Kapha individuals are grounded, connected to the physical world and are known as the best huggers. Due to the presence of water kapha individuals move with a slow and luxurious progression forward in life. In balance Kapha is expressed as love, calmness, forgiveness, strength, vigor and stability.

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