The Pitta dosha controls digestion, metabolism, and energy production. The primary function of Pitta is transformation. Those with a predominance of the Pitta principle have a fiery nature that manifests in both body and mind. Qualities of Pitta: Hot Light Intense Penetrating Pungent Sharp Acidic Physical Characteristics Pittas are usually of medium size and weight. They sometimes have bright red hair, but baldness or thinning hair is also common in a Pitta. They have excelle

A Guide to This Simple Yet Profound Practice “Breathing in progress here.” I saw this notice attached to a friend’s computer recently. Susan had decided to take daily relaxation breaks by focusing on breathing, and the little sign served as a reminder. Breath awareness—observing the flow of breathing—had become an important part of her life. Susan is not alone. For centuries, individuals from every culture have been drawn to the practice of breath awareness. Why? In a lecture