What Dosha is Your Menstrual Cycle?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  On average how long has your cycle been the past 6 months?

  • A.
    Less than 25 days
  • B.
    Around 26-28 days
  • C.
    Usually 30+ days
• 2.
  What energy do you feel right before you bleed & during bleeding phase?

  • A.
    Nervousness and anxiety
  • B.
    Lethargy, no energy- Netflix and chill mode
  • C.
    Crankiness and anger
• 3.
  What does your menstrual flow look like? 

  • A.
    Your flow starts heavy the first few days and slowly tapers off and brings lots of heat
  • B.
    Your flow starts slow and you have a moderate flow throughout, you have larger blood clots (quarter sized)
  • C.
    You have a drier, darker blood flow but it's quite scanty with clotting.
• 4.
  What do you tend to crave each luteal phase? 

  • A.
    Sweet & Heavy Foods
  • B.
    Salty & Savory Foods
  • C.
    Sweet & Spicy Foods
• 5.
  Common PMS Symptoms you experience

  • A.
    Cramps that flow from stomach, to back aches, low back pain, spacey feeling
  • B.
    Irritability, criticism of self and others, acne, hot flashes, intense cramps
  • C.
    Dull aching pain in back or cramps, water retention, swollen breasts, emotional
  • D.
    I have no period symptoms
• 6.
  What is your common demeanor throughout the month? 

  • A.
    People say I'm someone they can always count on and I sometimes have trouble doing things for myself because I give so much to others.
  • B.
    People call me spacey, and I have trouble staying grounded in the present moment.
  • C.
    People call me type A, and I have an intense inner fire that I always need to keep busy and do the next task.
• 7.
  If you were to enjoy a dessert during your bleeding phase, what would you pick?

  • A.
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    Chocolate lava cake all the way! A little bit sweet, a lotta bit delicious.
  • B.
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    French cream puff covered in fresh buttercups! Served with a side of whimsy.
  • C.
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    Pistachio macaron! Charming, delightful, and I come in a sensible portion size.
• 8.
  What does a successful life look like to you?

  • A.
    A life filled with joy, magic, and laughter. I want to ignite joy in everyone I meet. Ultimately, I'm here to live my life like a work of art.
  • B.
    A life filled with love! Brimming with close relationships, and intimate connections. I'm here to help people discover their best selves.
  • C.
    A life of passion, love, and crushing my dreams. I want to reach my goals and then surpass them. I'm here to lead and leave a mark.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Your Flow is..... Vata 

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  One thing to note about your cycle dosha the qualities listed below doesn't mean you will have all of them present every single cycle. It is what you have most of that determines which dosha your cycle is most like. Ideally your dosha cycle is the same as your actual dosha. The Qualities of a vata cycle:Drier & Darker bloodScantier flows More clotting Characteristics of a Vata cycleNervousness Pain that is mobile and or erratic anxietySpacey feelingCrampsSparse or scanty periodsInsomnia Constipation BloatingLow back painLuteal phase- cravings for salt or savory foods How to Balance your cycleHere are a few tips if you have a vata cycle on how to balance your monthly flow. Eat- warm, wet & grounding foods Rest- make sure you have time to relax vs running from one activity to the next. Abhyanga with warm sesame oil Enjoy omega 3-rich fish, sweet potatoes, squash & avocados Vata teas for PMS- Dried orange peel, cinnamon, clove, cardamom, ginger, saffron in warm milk of your choice. Check your inbox for the complete free guide to your dosha!Hey spiritual seeker! I'm Andrea Claassen an Ayurvedic Practitioner, 500 hr yoga teacher and Wild Woman Circle leader. I've been in the wellness space since 2007 and have ran my own business since 2012. My goal is to help women live a cyclical lifestyle healing their menstrual cycles and recognizing what your 5th vital sign says about you! Through my in-person retreats, 1-on-1 healing sessions, and group coaching programs I've helped 1000s of people heal their menstrual cycles and live in alignment with their own inner wisdom. My specialty is helping people with period pain, irregular cycles, and type A always on the go people regulate their menstrual cycle to have a smooth transition into their perimenopausal years. Check out my signature group coaching program: Flow With Your Cycle💖 Tune In With these Resources!👇💖1. Listen to my podcast: Peaceful Power Podcast2. Read My Blog 3. In need of healing? Book a free 20 minute Ayurvedic Call with me. We'll start by discussing your emotional, physical, and spiritual health. From there, you'll receive a complete protocol to help you balance your cycle.
• 2.
  Your Flow is.... Pitta

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  One thing to note about your cycle dosha the qualities listed below doesn't mean you will have all of them present every single cycle. It is what you have most of that determines which dosha your cycle is most like. Ideally your dosha cycle is the same as your actual dosha. The Qualities of a Pitta cycle:Flow heavily the first few daysHigh heat brings strong flow that tapers off Characteristics of a Pitta CycleCrankiness Pain that is sharp & intenseIrritability Criticism of self & othersAnger, rageAcneHot flashesExcess bleeding that is bright red in color & hotBurning, rash or inflammation Cravings for sweet & spicy foods in luteal phase How to Balance your Pitta CycleHere are a few tips if you have a pitta cycle on how to balance your monthly flow. Eat- cooling, sweet, calming foods- asparagus, berries, dates, oats, gheeRest- as a pitta we sometimes like to move so light walks, yoga or Tai Chi are best. Avoid tight deadlines or competition as that can make the symptoms worse. Avoid coffee, alcohol or spicy foods that will have the body heat rise.Pitta teas for PMS- Raspberry leaf, rose petals, fennel, lavender, ginger, nettles, dandelion. Check your inbox for the complete free guide to your dosha!Hey spiritual seeker! I'm Andrea Claassen an Ayurvedic Practitioner, 500 hr yoga teacher and Wild Woman Circle leader. I've been in the wellness space since 2007 and have ran my own business since 2012. My goal is to help women live a cyclical lifestyle healing their menstrual cycles and recognizing what your 5th vital sign says about you! Through my in-person retreats, 1-on-1 healing sessions, and group coaching programs I've helped 1000s of people heal their menstrual cycles and live in alignment with their own inner wisdom. My specialty is helping people with period pain, irregular cycles, and type A always on the go people regulate their menstrual cycle to have a smooth transition into their perimenopausal years. Check out my signature group coaching program: Flow With Your Cycle💖 Tune In With these Resources!👇💖1. Listen to my podcast: Peaceful Power Podcast2. Read My Blog 3. In need of healing? Book a free 20 minute Ayurvedic Call with me. We'll start by discussing your emotional, physical, and spiritual health. From there, you'll receive a complete protocol to help you balance your cycle.
• 3.
  Your Flow Is... Kapha!

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  One thing to note about your cycle dosha the qualities listed below doesn't mean you will have all of them present every single cycle. It is what you have most of that determines which dosha your cycle is most like. Ideally your dosha cycle is the same as your actual dosha. The Qualities of a Kapha Cycle:Flow start slow and have a moderate flow throughoutFlows can feel heavy Can have mucous & moist, large clotsCharacteristics of a Kapha CycleThick blood that my have heavy clotting Whitish color or mucousDull painWater retention Depression Lethargy Emotional Nausea & swollen breasts Cravings for heavy, sweet foods in luteal phase How to Balance your Kapha CycleHere are a few tips if you have a kapha cycle on how to balance your monthly flow. Eat-light and warming foods Throughout your cycle make sure you’re moving your body- faster yoga flows, quicker walks, strength training. Abhyanga to move lymph use almond or sesame oil Enjoy bitter greens, asparagus, berries, coconuts, dates, barley, ghee. Kapha teas for PMS- Hawthorne berry, orange peel, ginger, lemon balm, hibiscus, & nettles. Check your inbox for the complete free guide to your dosha!Hey spiritual seeker! I'm Andrea Claassen an Ayurvedic Practitioner, 500 hr yoga teacher and Wild Woman Circle leader. I've been in the wellness space since 2007 and have ran my own business since 2012. My goal is to help women live a cyclical lifestyle healing their menstrual cycles and recognizing what your 5th vital sign says about you! Through my in-person retreats, 1-on-1 healing sessions, and group coaching programs I've helped 1000s of people heal their menstrual cycles and live in alignment with their own inner wisdom. My specialty is helping people with period pain, irregular cycles, and type A always on the go people regulate their menstrual cycle to have a smooth transition into their perimenopausal years. Check out my signature group coaching program: Flow With Your Cycle💖 Tune In With these Resources!👇💖1. Listen to my podcast: Peaceful Power Podcast2. Read My Blog 3. In need of healing? Book a free 20 minute Ayurvedic Call with me. We'll start by discussing your emotional, physical, and spiritual health. From there, you'll receive a complete protocol to help you balance your cycle.