The Ayurvedic Summertime Survival Guide:
Keeping A Cool & Balanced Mind In The Pitta Season
By Dr. Puja Shah
Do you find your mood or temperament changing in the summer? As the summer heat swells, so does the Pitta Dosha’s fiery nature, which can lead to emotional disturbances like irritability, impatience, and even anger.
The key to rebalancing and cooling down your emotions is to give your Pitta Dosha some tender, loving care.
With the right practices, you can even transmute all that stress and frustration into Pitta’s positive traits, which include focus, drive, and passion. Here are some to get you started.
Practices to Balance Pitta Emotions
- Mindfulness and Meditation: Regular mindfulness and meditation practices can help calm the mind and reduce emotional intensity. Focus on deep, slow breathing and visualizations of cooling, serene environments. Meditation techniques such as guided imagery, body scans, and mantra repetition can be particularly effective in soothing Pitta-related emotional turmoil.
- Cooling Activities: Engage in activities that have a cooling effect on your emotions. Spending time in nature, near water bodies, or practicing gentle yoga can help soothe your mind. Incorporate cooling pranayama techniques like Sheetali (cooling breath) and Sheetkari (hissing breath) to lower internal heat and calm the nervous system.
- Emotional Awareness: Cultivate awareness of your emotions. Notice when you start feeling irritable or angry, and take a moment to pause, breathe, and cool down. Keeping a journal to track your emotions and triggers can provide valuable insights and help you develop coping strategies.
Herbal Teas for Emotional Balance
- Chamomile Tea: Known for its calming properties, chamomile tea can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Drinking chamomile tea before bed can also improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety.
- Peppermint Tea: Refreshing and cooling peppermint tea can help soothe the mind and alleviate headaches. It also aids digestion, which can indirectly support emotional balance.
- Rose Tea: Rose tea has cooling properties that can help balance emotions and uplift your mood. Its subtle fragrance can have an immediate calming effect on the mind and body.
Journaling and Reflection
- Daily Journaling: Write about your thoughts and feelings daily. This practice can help you process emotions and gain insights into your emotional patterns. Reflecting on your experiences can provide clarity and promote emotional resilience.
- Gratitude Practice: Cultivate gratitude by writing down things you are thankful for each day. This helps shift your focus from negative to positive emotions, fostering a more optimistic outlook.
Connecting with Others
- Supportive Relationships: Surround yourself with supportive and understanding people who can help you stay grounded and balanced. Share your thoughts and feelings with trusted friends or family members to gain perspective and support.
- Communication: Practice open and compassionate communication. Express your feelings calmly and listen actively to others. Developing strong communication skills can help resolve conflicts and reduce emotional stress.
Set Clear Goals and Intentions
- Clarity and Focus: Use Pitta’s clarity and focus to set clear, achievable goals. Break them down into actionable steps and create a plan to accomplish them. Setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals can help maintain focus and motivation.
- Passion and Purpose: Connect with your passions and purpose. Let the intensity of Pitta fuel your motivation and determination to pursue what truly matters to you. Engage in activities that align with your values and bring you joy.
Embrace Change and Transformation
- Adaptability: Pitta’s transformative nature encourages adaptability. Embrace change as an opportunity for growth and learning. View challenges as stepping stones to success and remain flexible in your approach.
- Self-Improvement: Use this time to work on self-improvement. Whether it’s learning a new skill, adopting a healthier lifestyle, or cultivating positive habits, let Pitta’s energy guide your transformation. Setting personal development goals can enhance your overall well-being and sense of accomplishment.
Foster Inner Strength and Resilience
- Mindfulness and Reflection: To stay connected with your inner self, practice mindfulness and reflection. This helps you navigate challenges with resilience and grace. Techniques such as mindfulness meditation, body scans, and gratitude journaling can promote inner strength and emotional stability.
- Balance and Harmony: Strive for balance in all aspects of your life. Pitta’s intensity can be harnessed positively when balanced with self-care and mindfulness. Prioritize activities that promote relaxation and stress relief, such as spending time in nature, practicing yoga, or engaging in creative hobbies.
About Dr. Puja Shah, Editor-in-Chief of The Natural Law
Dr. Puja Shah is an award-winning author whose 93 year old grandmother swore by Ayurvedic remedies and practiced yoga into her last days. And so while her education includes 9 years of medical training as a dentist, 3 teaching qualifications in yoga, and dozens of courses in meditation, it’s no wonder that she always goes back to Ayurveda. Puja harnesses Ayurveda regularly with her children and husband Amish Shah, Founder of The Natural Law.
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