Exploring Prakriti Evolutes and Their Impact on Positive Health: Life Satisfaction and Psychological Wellbeing in Adults

Abstract

Prakriti Evolutes, rooted in Indian Samkhya philosophy elucidates how the elemental composition within individuals shapes their constitution and wellbeing. This paper examines the relationship between the modern concept of positive health—which goes beyond the simple absence of disease to include complete wellbeing—and Prakriti Evolutes, such as Ahamkara, Tridoshas (vata, pitta, and kapha) and Trigunas (sattva, rajas, and tamas). A survey was conducted with 300 adults ages 25-60 years to classify their dominant Prakriti constituent using validated Prakriti assessment tools and correlate these with scales measuring life satisfaction and psychological wellbeing. Understanding one's Prakriti enables individuals to harmonize their lifestyle choices with the rhythms of nature, thereby promoting holistic positive health. Results showed significant differences between Prakriti evolutes groups on life satisfaction and psychological wellbeing. Findings suggest inherent psycho-physiological tendencies may incline certain Prakriti’s toward higher functioning.