Ayurvedic Prakriti Questionnaire

Answer each question honestly, choosing the response that best reflects your typical characteristics.

Physical:

1. My body frame is typically: a) Thin b) Medium c) Heavy

2. My skin is usually: a) Dry b) Oily/Warm c) Cool/Moist

3. My hands and feet are often: a) Cold b) Warm c) Cool

4. My appetite is: a) Variable b) Strong c) Slow

5. My digestion is: a) Variable b) Strong c) Slow

6. My movement and speech are: a) Quick b) Medium c) Slow

7. My Nails tend to be: a) Brittle and dry b) Soft and flexible c) Thick and strong.

8. My hair is usually: a) Dry and sparse b) Fine and oily c) Thick and lustrous.

9. My tolerance to cold weather is: a) Low b) Moderate c) High.

10. My typical bowel movements are: a) Irregular, often dry b) Regular, loose c) Regular, heavy.

Mental/Emotional:

1. My mind is often: a) Restless b) Focused c) Calm

2. I tend to be: a) Anxious b) Irritable c) Patient

3. My sleep is: a) Light/Interrupted b) Sound c) Deep/Prolonged

4. I am generally: a) Enthusiastic b) Assertive c) Compassionate

5. My memory is typically: a) Quick to forget b) Sharp and precise c) Slow but lasting.

6. When stressed, I tend to: a) Worry and become fearful b) Become angry and frustrated c) Become withdrawn and lethargic.

7. My speech pattern is typically: a) Fast and changing b) Sharp and direct c) Slow and methodical.

8. I tend to be more drawn to: a) Creativity and change b) Achievement and competition c) Stability and routine.

9. My emotional responses are typically: a) Variable and quick b) Intense and direct c) Steady and slow.

10. My overall energy level is: a) Variable and sporadic b) Consistent and moderate c) Consistently stable.

Scoring:

• Count the number of "a" responses (Vata).

• Count the number of "b" responses (Pitta).

• Count the number of "c" responses (Kapha).

The Dosha with the highest count is likely your dominant Dosha. If two Doshas have a similar count, you have a dual-Dosha Prakriti. If all the counts are similar, you may have a tridoshic Prakriti.

Important Considerations:

• This questionnaire is a general guide. For a more accurate assessment, consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner.

• Most people have a combination of two dominant Doshas.

• Your Prakriti is your inherent constitution, but your current state of imbalance (Vikriti) may differ.

• It's essential to address imbalances and support your Prakriti for optimal health.

Written by Dorie Wicklund

Dorie Wicklund is a multifaceted wellness practitioner and coach dedicated to cultivating consciousness in others. She has been in the wellness field for over 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge in the areas of Ayurveda, Integrative Health, herbalism, nutrition, essential oils, career and academic guidance, intuitive practices, and life and spiritual coaching. Dorie also has a deep understanding of energy healing modalities like Reiki, EFT, bio-fork tuning, meditation, and breathwork practices.