The Pitta Torch
About ten days ago I discussed the Vata Buzz and how to counteract the imbalances created if we happen to be Vata dominant
Well what about the transformantional energy of Pitta or what I'll refer to as the Pitta Torch
Pitta exhibits the qualities of hot, light, mobile, sharp/penetrating, liquid, and oily
And Vata exhibits the qualities of cold, light, mobile, rough, dry, subtle, and clear
Some observations We can see with the shared qualities of light and mobile that PV and VP energy makeups REALLY like to move And that excessiveness of these qualities has the need for grounding
We can also see some difference The hot and sharp/penetrating qualities can make for a very discriminating mindbody which sees through the clutter and gets to the "meat of the matter" Also due to these qualities there is a behavioral tenacity that can occur around getting things done So a competitive nature is dominant Intensity with these two qualities can be dramatic and make for a real passionate individual
But what if these two qualities are in excess? Too much hot and sharp/penetrating leads to increased criticality, judgment, anger, rage and abuse. And physically demanding too much of the mindbody, such that overexercising and physical injury is easy to do And competitive? For the Torch, over the top!
So the Buzz needed grounding but for the Torch, we need to cool off
Pitta pacifying foods that cool the mindbody(see foodsheal.com)
Use of a churan to balance yet energetically cool off
Don't use ice water to cool off
Sandalwood in soaps aroma oils is beneficial
Use of cooling spices such as mints, cumin, coriander, fennel seeds, tumeric, fresh ginger and basil in food preparations
Meditation or try yoga nidra
Recognize that the Torch like the Buzz is addictive
The latter is an interesting observation because all energy pattern behavior patterns can be loved and hence addictive For the Torch addiction comes in being right, come hell or high water
See you tomorrow and we'll finish with The Kapha Couch
To health as a Skill Love DrBill
