In Sanskrit, commitment is called
"Vachan" which comes from the root word "Vaak", meaning strength or power of speech.
"Vaak" is expressed through the medium of "Vaani" (Speech), and spoken words mainly influence "Akash" or Space.
Since this article is on "Commitment", I will focus on how individuals belonging to different "doshas" (bodily constitutions) respond to the function of speech and his/her ability to make and keep commitments, and why each particular dosha tends to handle it in a certain way.
Firstly, let’s examine the tendency of those who are predominantly "Vata". Since Vata people are usually quite expressive, quick and forthcoming, they have a tendency to make promises impulsively due to excitability. When Vata is supported by "Pitta" as the secondary element, the individual can become very analytical and cautious. Once he/she makes a promise, he/she makes sure that the promise is fulfilled basically due to two main reasons viz. he would not like to inconvenience the other person by not fulfilling the promise (due to his sensitive nature, influenced by vata) and secondly he is careful to protect his own goodwill and reputation (the quality influenced by pitta).
If Vata is supported by "Kapha" as the secondary element, then promises are made impulsively due to the excitibility of the Vata influence, but fulfilling the promise may be delayed due to the generally slow moving effect of Kapha. In general though, Vata people never fail to fulfill their promise in order to
avoid embarrassment, and if such a situation does happen, they make an effort to ensure such a mistake does not recur.
Secondly
Pitta dosha - generally people with a predominantly Pitta dosha are more reliable than the other two. They are wary of making false promises.
If their Pitta is supported by Vata, they take some time to make a promise. And when Pitta is supported by Kapha, they take even longer to make a commitment or promise due to the confusion and lack of determination caused by
Kapha. As far as fulfillment of the promise is concerned, Pitta people are very careful and particular about it. Generally they are quite prompt to fulfill the promise but Kapha can delay the execution. If due to some reason,
they fail to fulfill their promise, they have the courage and honesty to accept blame and face the consequences without making any excuses.
The difference between Vata & Pitta people with regard to making and keeping a promise or commitment is : Vata people make hasty promises most of the time due to being easily excited, unless their secondary dosha is Pitta. And Pitta individuals only make promises when they are confident of fulfilling the promise, unless their secondary dosha is Kapha.
Lastly the Kapha dosha - Individuals with Kapha as the predominant dosha are generally slow and hesitant to make promises due to a lack of confidence. If Kapha is supported by Vata, then making promises can be quicker due to the excitable nature of Vata, but fulfillment is delayed due to the lazy nature caused by Kapha. It is very common for Kapha individuals not to fulfill their promises. Neither does it make much of a difference to them when others criticize them for this trait - they can be rather thick skinned due to the strong influence of Kapha. When Kapha is supported by Pitta however, the scenario is quite different. In such cases, Kapha people work hard and try to fulfill their promises by all available means and do not give up till they are able to do so.
I will conclude by saying that making a change in the diet & eating according to one's basic constitution in order to maintain a healthy balance of doshas, can positively change one's character. That means, a Vata person can slow down and refrain from making hasty promises, a Pitta person can learn to trust people and be able to comfortably make promises when required, while a Kapha individual can boost his confidence level and be more forthcoming instead of remaining reserved.
The difference between Vata & Pitta people with regard to making and keeping a promise or commitment is : Vata people make hasty promises most of the time due to being easily excited, unless their secondary dosha is Pitta. And Pitta individuals only make promises when they are confident of fulfilling the promise, unless their secondary dosha is Kapha.
Lastly the Kapha dosha - Individuals with Kapha as the predominant dosha are generally slow and hesitant to make promises due to a lack of confidence. If Kapha is supported by Vata, then making promises can be quicker due to the excitable nature of Vata, but fulfillment is delayed due to the lazy nature caused by Kapha. It is very common for Kapha individuals not to fulfill their promises. Neither does it make much of a difference to them when others criticize them for this trait - they can be rather thick skinned due to the strong influence of Kapha. When Kapha is supported by Pitta however, the scenario is quite different. In such cases, Kapha people work hard and try to fulfill their promises by all available means and do not give up till they are able to do so.
I will conclude by saying that making a change in the diet & eating according to one's basic constitution in order to maintain a healthy balance of doshas, can positively change one's character. That means, a Vata person can slow down and refrain from making hasty promises, a Pitta person can learn to trust people and be able to comfortably make promises when required, while a Kapha individual can boost his confidence level and be more forthcoming instead of remaining reserved.
