Signs of Pitta Imbalance
Remember, pitta imbalance means more pitta in your life than your being is fond of=excess pitta energy. Below are signs you may have too much pitta coming into your life:
MIND
- irritable
- intense
- overanalyzing
- more critical, especially of self
- impatient
- short-tempered
- focus on problems and areas of improvement instead of appreciating what is good
- overworking “burning the candle at both ends”
- to-do list mania
BODY
- feeling hot
- flushed face, ears, chest
- increased appetite
- loose stools and more frequent bowel movements (See Poop Reading 101)
- yellow/green coat on tongue
- mouth sores
- inflammatory muscles and joints
- headaches (usually behind the eyes and may have light sensitivity)
- rash or skin irritation
- gout
- this list could go on much further but the above are the most common manifestations in my experience
SPIRIT
- Pervading dissatisfaction (nothing is good enough)
How do you bring pitta back into balance? Well, it’s about decreasing intensity, activity and heat in every way you can in your life: diet, work, relationships, exercise, routine. And increasing cooling, calming, stillness, sweetness and appreciation/joy in every way you can in your life. The best way to start will depend–everyone of us is unique.