Vata types are like the wind and their quickly changing moods reflects this hectic pace. They are generally imaginative, eccentric, exciting and excitable. When balanced, Vata types are often artist and visionaries with a strong sence of human unity. Due to their idealism and spirituality, they are often healers and teachers. When out of balance they can be indecisive, unreliable, restlesss, overly talkative, superficial and anxious. When completely out of balance, they can be fearful, secretive, depressed, mentally disturbed and even suicidal. Their bodies can be thin due to the inefficient way in which they expend energy. Vata types can become especially moody and anxious when they miss a meal. They also lack in endurance and often have to take a break to recooperate. The vata type prefers warm climate, food and drink. Stongly creative, Vata types tend to move on to new pursuits before finishing old projects. They thrive with lots of healing massage, entertainment and total relaxation: A regular schedule can help dispel their anxieties and promote inner harmony.